The Thistle & Shamrock: Cymru
This week's episode of The Thistle & Shamrock explores traditional Welsh music with Crasdant, Plethyn, Siân James and more.
Music
Rex Orange County (feat. Tyler, the Creator), 'OPEN A WINDOW'
The songwriting on Rex Orange County's latest single, "OPEN A WINDOW," reminds producer Bobby Carter of a time when we weren't allowed to leave our homes and even an open window seemed like freedom.
Bluegrass musician Del McCoury explores love gone bad on 'Almost Proud'
McCoury's been prominent in bluegrass since the 1960s, when he performed in Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Boys. His new album, with sons Rob and Ronnie, in an energetic work that also takes a dark turn.
World Cafe 30th Anniversary Playlist: 2011
2011 was an exemplary year, with memorable releases by Drake, Radiohead, Adele, PJ Harvey and more.
He died 25 years ago, but Notorious B.I.G is still synonymous with Brooklyn
Wednesday marks the 25th anniversary of the death of rapper Christopher Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G. His influential rhymes still resonate with the people in his hometown of Brooklyn.
Abdullah Ibrahim: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
This performance by the celebrated South African pianist and NEA Jazz Master reflects on the past and helps clarify the present.
Yo-Yo Ma performs a musical protest outside the Russian Embassy
The world-famous cellist made a personal stand with Ukraine on Monday, setting up his instrument on the sidewalk in Washington, D.C., next to an improvised street sign reading, "Zelensky Way."
Patricia Kopatchinskaja: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
A fearless risk-taker who makes warhorses sound freshly minted, Kopatchinskaja, from her Vienna apartment, sets fire to Beethoven and offers rarely heard American music.
Entries We Love: Selina Moon, 'Let It Go'
Selina Moon is no stranger to the Tiny Desk Contest. In this year's entry, the uplifting "Let It Go" transports the listener from behind their screen to a place of enchantment.
Entries We Love: Devin + Tori, 'Better'
In this Tiny Desk Contest entry, Devin's soft pop-meets-R&B instrumentals feel like the foundation of a home, and Tori's soulful vocals are its building blocks.