Music

"6LACK Partners with Endel: The Fusion of R&B and AI-Driven Soundscapes for Mental Health" Groundbreaking alternative R&B artist 6LACK, known not only for his compelling music but also his advocacy for mental health, is back in the spotlight. This time, he’s unveiled a powerful album titled "Since I Have A Lover," which encapsulates the essence of self-love and the journey of healing, especially in an era when mental health is […]

It's no secret that Roberta Flack's rendition of "Killing Me Softly With His Song" is a monumental piece of music history. Celebrated by industry giants like Rolling Stone magazine and awarded the prestigious Grammy, it's a track that has resonated with generations. With over 130 commercial covers, including the unforgettable 1996 version by The Fugees, it is a testament to the song's enduring appeal. But imagine experiencing this timeless song […]

Credit: Photo: Grace Widyatmadja Before Nile Rodgers & CHIC set the Tiny Desk off, the icon established a sort of mission statement for the group's sound: "If we can funk in this, you know we can funk." They surely can. In stints since 1972, CHIC has assured its position as funk ambassadors — a position its members clearly relish — and no space is resistant to their grooves. When Rodgers […]

Credit: Photo: Estefania Mitre Jordan Ward showed up to NPR headquarters radiating with a warm energy that felt familiar, like linking up with your favorite cousins at the cookout. After all, the immense amount of creativity and synergy displayed by Ward and his bandmates during this Tiny Desk performance is indicative of pure fellowship. The St. Louis-bred singer-songwriter started his professional career as a backup dancer for stars like Justin […]

In Pharoah Sanders' final years, Luaka Bop expressed interest in doing a proper reissue of Harvest Time. The label chose to release it as a box set alongside Sanders' final recorded album, Promises. Photo by John van Hasselt/Sygma via Getty Images Autumn is here in the Western hemisphere, and with it the anniversary of the birth of John Coltrane, Sept. 23rd, a jazz holiday I call Coltrane's equinox. It's the […]