The Women Behind The Songs: Ester Dean
Fun, fearless and freethinking, Ester Dean's vivacious personality comes across in her work. The songwriter has written hits for Rihanna, Nicki Minaj and Katy Perry.
Music
A Thousand People In The Street: 'For What It's Worth' Captured Youth In Revolt
Though often associated with the Vietnam War, Buffalo Springfield's signature song was inspired by a confrontation back home, which erupted on a few famous blocks in Los Angeles.
The Thistle & Shamrock: Love Songs
Hear music revolving around the love of whisky and homeland with Maura O'Connell, Shooglenifty and Moya Brennan.
The Pedrito Martinez Group: Tiny Desk Concert
The Afro-Cuban percussionist mesmerizes with his almost otherworldly talent on congas.
From The Lumineers To 'Rattlesnake' Kate, Neyla Pekarek Goes Solo
The Lumineers cellist left the band this past fall. In January, she officially struck out on her own with a solo album, Rattlesnake.
More Than 50 Years In, Mavis Staples Is Still Delivering Messages Of Hope And Justice
She's a political activist and a rock star. In this session, hear lots of music and legendary stories from Mavis Staples.
Video: Behind The Oscar-Nominated Music Of Spike Lee's 'BlacKkKlansman'
Composer and trumpeter Terence Blanchard reveals the creative process that led to BlacKkKlansman's "Blut und Boden (Blood and Soil)."
Greg Ward's New Album 'Feels Like A Walk Home' And A Tribute To Chicago
Saxophonist and composer Greg Ward's Stomping Off From Greenwood is a love letter to the city where he came of age as a musician.
LA's Paisley Underground Scene Reunites With New Album
Dream Syndicate's Steve Wynn, The Three O'Clock's Danny Benair and The Bangles' Vicki Peterson share stories and songs from their new collab album, 3 x 4.
Aldous Harding Talks About Her Intriguing New Song And Video
The New Zealand singer says her strangely alluring video for the song "The Barrel" has been described as "Amish Sci-fi." But its ultimate meaning depends on what you think you see.