Singer-songwriter Jesse Welles has made a name for himself by singing the news. NPR's Rob Schmitz speaks with Welles about his music and what motivates his creativity.

A Lebanese singer famous for songs about resistance & war is laid to rest during another Israeli invasion in the region he wrote songs about.

Vermonter Noah Kahan reflects on his New England roots as he rises to stardom with new album The Great Divide. NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Vermont Public's DJ Llu about the record.

A new project highlights music recorded in american prisons - some of it surprisingly light and catchy.

The rising country star Ella Langley rules both the album and song charts this week, but Justin Bieber also sees a rise in popularity following his nostalgic performance at Coachella.

Ringo Starr still loves performing, even at age 85.

Thomas led the San Francisco Symphony from 1995 to 2020, helping to establish its reputation as a world-class orchestra. In 2021, he was diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain cancer.

The Spanish singer and multi-instrumentalist dances between ferocity and softness. Amaia's music plays with flamenco, but never forgets home.

The Dominican singer Tokischa built her career through a series of transgressions. On a new album, she veers in a different direction.

The stadium-filling singer-songwriter's fourth album is full of finely detailed songs that expand his sound without sacrificing subtlety.