Dwight Yoakam Looks To The Past — And Prince
Yoakam's latest album, Swimmin' Pools, Movie Stars..., is composed almost entirely of songs from his catalog. The only exception? A cover of "Purple Rain."
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Lisa Hannigan On The 'Pivotal Moment' Of Defining A Relationship
Hannigan's song "Funeral Suit" tells the story of a familiar moment early in a relationship: "that crossroads where you ... make a choice." The song appears on her newest album, At Swim.
Watch Richard Shindell Perform Live In The Studio
The veteran folk singer-songwriter calls his new songs "ambitious and lush." Watch him play one, "The Deer On The Parkway," live for Folk Alley.
Will Sheff Isn't 'Singing About Death' — He's Singing About Rebirth
Okkervil River, as fans once knew it, is no longer — but its frontman says he sees the transition as "a free moment." Sheff spoke with Kelly McEvers about the band's new album, Away.
Dawes On World Cafe
Producer Blake Mills brings a new sound to the California band's fifth album. Hear Taylor Goldsmith and company perform live in the World Cafe studio.
Leonard Feather On Piano Jazz
The "Dean of Jazz Journalists" was also a pianist and composer. He performs several original blues tunes in this 1988 session.
WFUV Presents: First Listen Live With The Head And The Heart
NYC's City Winery provided the perfect setting for a lucky crowd of a few hundred to watch the adored folk-rock band perform its new album, Signs Of Light.
A Country Newcomer Finds Inspiration In Tradition
William Michael Morgan, who will soon release his debut album, Vinyl, traces his lineage to country music heritage through the 1980s and '90s, and — of course — YouTube.
Saul Williams: Tiny Desk Concert
In this intense performance, you can feel the singer and poet's passion in every sharp, thoughtful, powerful, provocative word.
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.