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The nouveau swing of Donald Harrison Jr., Big Chief and NEA Jazz Master

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The nouveau swing of Donald Harrison Jr., Big Chief and NEA Jazz Master

Hear stories from New Orleans saxophonist Donald Harrison Jr.'s upbringing, words from his mentee, drummer Joe Dyson, and a performance on his home turf recorded at Snug Harbor.

The nouveau swing of Donald Harrison Jr., Big Chief and NEA Jazz Master

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Can classical music really be inclusive? Composer Jessie Montgomery thinks so

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Can classical music really be inclusive? Composer Jessie Montgomery thinks so

With orchestras clamoring for her work, the rising artist feels a responsibility and opportunity to help reframe classical music and the institutions that present it.

In Dua Lipa's ever-expanding world, 'there's no time limit and there's no what-ifs'

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In Dua Lipa's ever-expanding world, 'there's no time limit and there's no what-ifs'

The pop star is returning to stages two years after releasing an acclaimed second album, Future Nostalgia, and being forced like everyone else to hunker down for the long chill.

In Dua Lipa's ever-expanding world, 'there's no time limit and there's no what-ifs'

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Wednesday

On her new album, Tomberlin cultivates a community garden

Tomberlin's sophomore album, i don't know who needs to hear this..., is a beautiful patchwork of expansive sounds that explores a wide spectrum of emotions. Michelle Yoon/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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On her new album, Tomberlin cultivates a community garden

The singer-songwriter says her sophomore album, i don't know who needs to hear this..., is a kind of altar for her feelings, made by bringing other "deep feelers" into the studio with her.

Tuesday

Why Beastie Boys' 'Check Your Head' album still matters 30 years later

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World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

Why Beastie Boys' 'Check Your Head' album still matters 30 years later

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A lack of interest and supervision from its label allowed Beastie Boys to experiment, resulting in their critically acclaimed third album, Check Your Head.

Culture Corner: The Beasite Boys

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Rapper-activist Linqua Franqa is on a mission to change both music and politics

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Rapper-activist Linqua Franqa is on a mission to change both music and politics

Athens, Ga. is often regarded as one of the best college towns in America, but around 30% of residents live below the poverty line. Mariah Parker—aka Linqua Franqa—is looking to bridge that divide.

Rapper-activist Linqua Franqa is on a mission to change both music and politics

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Rosalía is unafraid to pull from every corner of the world

Rosalía's music, persona and visuals are gripping in a way that's distinct from your typical pop star. Daniel Sannwald hide caption

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Rosalía is unafraid to pull from every corner of the world

The genre-bending star talks her new album Motomami, expressing sexuality in music and her global approach to pop.

Rosalía is unafraid to pull from every corner of the world

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Friday

On 'Just Like That...,' Bonnie Raitt is a model of continuity

Since the start of her career, Bonnie Raitt's performance of roadhouse rockers, pop ballads, funky sophistication and plenty else has evidenced a deep understanding of mutuality and its absence. Her new album, Just Like That..., is out April 22. Ken Friedman/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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On 'Just Like That...,' Bonnie Raitt is a model of continuity

Raitt says she has long admired artists who continued to stretch well into their careers. On her latest album, she does the same, acknowledging the passage of time without surrendering to nostalgia.

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