Joan Shelley On Mountain Stage
In her third Mountain Stage appearance, the Kentucky singer-songwriter performs an atmospheric set of acoustics accompanied by Nathan Salsburg.
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David Crosby Keeps The Harmonies Coming
Even in his 70s, Crosby's stretching sounds in ways that seem to surprise and delight even the musician himself.
For Many With Disabilities, 'Let It Go' Is An Anthem Of Acceptance
The breakout song from Disney's Frozen has inspired many marginalized groups — but its message of rejecting stigma holds special resonance for disabled people and their families.
Stella Donnelly: Tiny Desk Concert
Watch the Australian singer-songwriter perform three new songs from her upcoming full-length debut, Beware of the Dogs.
Hear Sharon Van Etten Break Down Every Track On Her Stunning New Album
The singer reflects on how her life has changed in the five years since her previous album, shares stories about her new songs, and explains why she decided to demolish her beloved sound.
Revisiting The Pioneering Composer Florence Price
A new recording spotlights the tenacious composer, who was the first African-American woman to have her work performed by a major symphony orchestra.
Margo Price, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2018
Margo Price gave an authentically rich performance at the 2018 Newport Folk Festival.
First Listen: Sneaks, 'Highway Hypnosis'
Sneaks has both the punk spirit and pop sense to carve out her own path in music. Highway Hypnosis is simply the sound of her revving the engine.
Juanes And An '80s Pop Cover Are In This Alt.Latino Sampler
NPR Music's Alt Latino host Felix Contreras shares some new tunes via a "musical blindfold test" with Lulu.
Neyla Pekarek Strikes Out On Her Own In New Album Drawing On Colorado Folklore
NPR's Melissa Block talks to Neyla Pekarek, formerly of The Lumineers, about her debut solo album, Rattlesnake, which was inspired by an actual frontierswoman named "Rattlesnake Kate."