The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: National Fried Chicken DayMac Wilson • Jul 6, 2023So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention chicken, other popular fried foods, side dishes, baskets or buckets?
PhotosFleet Foxes captivate First Avenue audienceNikhil Kumaran • Jul 5, 2023Fleet Foxes filled First Avenue on Tuesday with their echoing harmonies and lush instrumentation.
ReviewsNew Wham! documentary shows 'temporal nature of youth'Reena Advani and Rob Schmitz • Jul 5, 2023The pop duo Wham! was only around for four years, but its songs have lasted decades. Chris Smith's Netflix documentary tells its history from the viewpoints of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley.
Coffee BreakCoffee Break: National Bikini DayMac Wilson • Jul 5, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention bikinis, swim wear, beach attire or beach activities?
News and InterviewsHistory of the anthem, "Will the Circle Be Unbroken"NPR Staff • Jul 3, 2023From family memorials to jam sessions to every show at the Grand Ole Opry, the familiar singalong helps people feel connected to those who have died — whether legendary musicians or loved ones.
In MemoriamRick Froberg was the perfect punk vocalistJames Doubek • Jul 3, 2023Froberg's voice was unmistakable. In Hot Snakes and Drive Like Jehu, the frontman had the sweet mix of snarl and shrill.
News and InterviewsAlbert Hammond Jr. talks 'Melodies on Hiatus'Ayesha Rascoe • Jul 2, 2023NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with indie rock musician Albert Hammond Jr. about his latest solo album, "Melodies On Hiatus," which meditates on big changes in his personal life as a middle-aged adult.
PhotosPHOTOS: Meet the stars of the Black Opry RevueAmanda Lopez and John Morrison • Jun 30, 2023The Black Opry Revue show emerged from a simple directory of Black country and Americana artists and blossomed into a full-blown community of artists and fans.
The Morning Show - with Jill RileyCoffee Break: Bands with alphabet namesJill Riley • Jun 30, 2023For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by bands with letter-only names should we play?
The Local Show®Interview: The Honeydogs reform original lineup for ‘Everything, I Bet You’ vinyl releaseDiane • Jun 30, 2023Adam and Noah Levy chat with Local Show host Diane about The Honeydogs’ iconic local record ‘Everything, I Bet You’ and its upcoming vinyl release and remaster. Originally released in 1996, this songwriter-focused, guitar-forward rock album secured a successful career path in music for each of its original members.