Music Interviews

Conceived as a tribute to her late father, the song took on a new meaning for Rubinos when she considered its lyrics in light of the Black Lives Matter movement.

All Vincent Desiderio knew when he agreed to fly to Los Angeles was that West was a fan of his work. Twenty-four hours later, he found out just how deep the rapper's appreciation went.

The producer known as Blood Orange says his new album is for everyone who grows up feeling "underappreciated." To serve them, he has to be wholly himself.

The Brazilian-American singer named her latest album after a song by Caetano Veloso, whose lyrics written while in exile from Brazil struck a chord.

Though not well known for its jazz scene, Houston has produced some of the country's best jazz musicians, including Jason Moran.

For the three singers, collaborating on the new album case/lang/veirsbrought surprises, slip-ups and, finally, satisfaction.

On her latest album, one of the most talked-about young artists in rock ponders just what kind of happiness is worth chasing. She speaks with NPR's Rachel Martin.

Our producer, David Luke, father of David Luke III, put together this podcast, in which past guests like Danny Brown, Solange Knowles and T.I spoke about fatherhood and father figures. It's OK to cry.

In Houston and San Francisco, David Gockley commissioned operas destined for stages worldwide. As he retires, he reflects on reviving Scott Joplin and premiering Nixon in China.

The hip-hop artist's latest album shows two sides of his upbringing in the Bronx.