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At Last, Billie Eilish's James Bond Theme Song Is Here
Thursday, February 13, 2020
"No Time to Die," the theme to the first new Bond film since 2015, trades on the moody melancholy of the newly minted Grammy winner.
The 2020 Oscars' Best Original Song Nominees, Cruelly Ranked
Friday, February 07, 2020
Let's pick a winner and some losers from among a crop that includes a Disney showstopper, an Elton John banger, Randy Newman's latest Pixar romp and two songs about standing.
The 5 Funniest Tiny Desk Concerts
Thursday, February 06, 2020
Emo puppets, a bonkers dance party, Weird Al unplugged, zany improvisations and a Monty Python veteran all made us laugh behind the Tiny Desk.
The Forgotten Wordplay And Songcraft Of Harvey Danger
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
For NPR's "One-Hit Wonders/Second-Best Songs," NPR Music's Stephen Thompson recommends "Happiness Writes White" by the band Harvey Danger. The band is known mostly for their 1997 hit "Flagpole Sitta."
Playing SXSW 2020? Send Us Your Songs
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
For the 13th straight year, NPR Music is heading to Austin in search of discoveries. To prepare, we want to hear music by every artist scheduled to perform at the festival.
BTS Drops 'Black Swan' — And A Lavishly Choreographed Art Film
Friday, January 17, 2020
The first single from Map of the Soul: 7, out Feb. 21, is a swirl of string-swept emo-rap introspection. The band released it Friday, alongside a video featuring Slovenia's MN Dance Company.
Billie Eilish And The Long Line Of James Bond Theme Songs
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Teenage pop star Billie Eilish will compose and sing the theme song for the next James Bond movie. Here's how she fits into a long tradition of Bond songs.
Whitney Houston, The Notorious B.I.G. Among 2020's Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Houston, the only woman included in the 2020 class of a male-dominated institution, will be joined by Biggie Smalls, Nine Inch Nails, The Doobie Brothers, T. Rex and Depeche Mode.
Mark It Down: Ashley McBryde Is In For A Massive Year
Monday, January 13, 2020
In advance of her second album, the country singer has released a cathartic video for her new single, a rowdy revenge fantasy called "Martha Divine."
An Early 2020 Preview: 5 Upcoming Albums We Can't Wait To Hear
Friday, January 03, 2020
From Moses Sumney's upcoming double album to a folk supergroup starring two of the minds behind Hadestown and Fruit Bats, here are some of Stephen Thompson's early picks for 2020.
Neil Innes, Monty Python Collaborator And Rutles Member, Dead At 75
Monday, December 30, 2019
The singer and writer performed in The Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, appeared in Monty Python and the Holy Grail and later formed the Beatles pastiche, The Rutles, with Eric Idle.
Here We Are Now: On 'Smells Like Teen Spirit' Hitting A Billion Views On YouTube
Wednesday, December 25, 2019
In 1991, it was an instant classic. Now, 28 years later, Nirvana's breakthrough joins YouTube's billion-views club, ushering in waves of teenage feelings for new generations.
After 25 Years, Mariah Carey's 'All I Want For Christmas Is You' Is No. 1 At Last
Monday, December 16, 2019
Released in 1994, this modern Christmas classic tapped out at No. 3 last season. This year, the Queen of Christmas claims her No. 1 crown.
Watch The First Full Trailer For Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'In The Heights' Film
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Before Hamilton, Miranda was known for writing the music and lyrics for 2008's award-winning Broadway musical In the Heights. A movie version, starring Hamilton's Anthony Ramos, comes out June 26.
Sheryl Crow: Tiny Desk Concert
Tuesday, December 03, 2019
Sheryl Crow's Tiny Desk Fest concert included a handful of early hits that have become pop standards.
Grammy Nominations In Hand, Bon Iver Releases Its First Video Since 2012
Thursday, November 21, 2019
On Wednesday, the band was nominated for four Grammy Awards, including album and record of the year. Now, it's unveiled a thoughtful new video for "Naeem."
62nd Grammy Awards Nominations Announced
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
The 62nd Grammy Awards nominations came out Wednesday. Lizzo had the most nominations. Other notable nominees include Lil Nas X and Billie Eilish. The ceremony will air Jan. 26, 2020.
Harry Styles Sings, Hosts And Acts On 'SNL' — And Shows Off A New Song
Sunday, November 17, 2019
Watch the former One Direction star as he performs the television debut of his two newest singles, "Lights Up" and the brand-new "Watermelon Sugar."
'Tis Already The Season To Argue About 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'
Friday, November 08, 2019
John Legend and Kelly Clarkson have recorded a consent-minded update to the 1949 holiday standard, sparking a new debate that's sure to drain the last vestiges of joy from the season.
What Goes Into Releasing An Artist's Music Posthumously
Wednesday, November 06, 2019
George Michael is one of the latest musicians to have music released posthumously. A lot goes into how that music gets released, who profits and what players make it happen.