Some songs take their sweet time to find success among audiences. Maybe they were overshadowed by a bigger hit song at the ...

As we move through 2026, the hip-hop world is witnessing a renaissance of creativity and scale, with titans like Drake, Kendrick Lamar, and Travis Scott leading the charge with major album drops and ...

Too $hort is teasing his upcoming album, SirToo$hortVol. 2., with the release of its lead single, “Drink & Smoke" featuring ...

Bob Marley’s life finally hits the big screen this week in the form of Bob Marley: One Love. In his 36 years, Marley lived a life so rich and tumultuous, not all of it can be distilled into a biopic.

This week’s new music Friday also features Chaka Khan, Khalid, DJ Premier & Alchemist, Too $hort with E-40 and Tyga, Little ...

Brian Wilson goes lounge pop—that’s the tagline for “Busy Doin’ Nothin,” a sneaky gem on the lo-fi Friends. Brian was totally inspired by Burt Bacharach, Chris Montez, and bossa nova music. His wife ...

Music moves, music soothes and most important, music can improve your mood. Press play on these happy songs for a boost of cheer. The power of music is no joke—it can affect our mind, body and mood.

May 8, 2026 • MUNA. Stephen Sanchez. Lykke Li. NPR Music's Stephen Thompson chats with Celia Gregory from WNXP in Nashville about their favorite albums out Friday, May 8. Plus, a handful of NPR Music ...

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