Classic Dose: Larry Heard
Larry Heard, the producer behind Kanye West's "Fade," changed the course of dance music 30 years ago with a handful of singles. Andy Beta speaks to the house legend about his unexpected renaissance.
Music Lists
Heavy Rotation: 10 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing
Let a panel of 10 public-radio hosts recommend you some new music, including songs by Warpaint and Noname, plus a premiere from Tom Brosseau.
Alt.Latino Shares New Favorites
Felix Contreras and Jasmine Garsd of NPR's Alt-Latino join NPR's Rachel Martin to talk about an album that Contreras already thinks is his favorite of the year, as well as some other great tracks.
5 Musicians Pick Their Favorite Herbie Hancock Recordings
He's never been afraid to tap the current musical zeitgeist — and has reached new listeners each time. Ron Carter, Lionel Loueke, Flying Lotus and others share tracks by their friend.
Let The Games Begin: A Playlist For Rio
As the Summer Olympics start, celebrate the glories of Brazilian music — from bossa nova to the rollicking Northeastern forró of Luiz Gonzaga and the classical mixology of Villa-Lobos.
From The 2016 Crop Over Festival, A Feast of Caribbean Soca Music
Barbados stands at the forefront of the soca music industry, thanks to a thriving local music scene and the worldwide popularity of its annual Carnival. Hear this year's best-in-show.
Recommended Dose: Our Favorite Dance Tracks Of July
It's Friday: Ring in the weekend with the six best electronic dance jams we heard this month.
Alt.Latino Brings New Music To Refresh Your Summer Playlist
Need a playlist boost for that summer road trip, or some hours lounging at the beach? Jasmine Garsd and Felix Contreras of NPR's Alt-Latino share some new tunes with NPR's Lynn Neary.
Guest Dose: Lindstrøm
Hear a rare DJ mix from the producer who helped define the psychedelic space-disco sound.
Weekend LISTening: World Cafe's 11 Favorite Glaswegian Bands
Today's World Cafe guest, Frightened Rabbit, inspires this weekend's list of fellow Glasgow bands.