Valley on their latest album, 'Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden'
The Toronto band sought the energy of their early days for their first album as a trio.
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From Peter Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer' to King Crimson, Tony Levin's bass lines serve the song
Influential bassist Tony Levin speaks with NPR's Eric Deggans about Levin's work with the experimental rock band King Crimson.
Undone by the loss of his brother Eddie, Alex Van Halen looks back in a new memoir
Though Alex had been the guitarist in the family, when they formed Van Halen, it quickly became clear who would play: "[Ed] made that instrument sing." Originally broadcast Oct. 29, 2024.
After nearly two years, SZA's 'SOS' rockets back to the top of the album chart
No album in the history of the Billboard album chart has ever had a longer gap between stints at No. 1. Elsewhere, Christmas music dominates for one last week.
Southern women are shaping the sound of hip-hop's future
In 2024, GloRilla, Latto and Doechii all delivered landmark rap albums. Not just because they had the best bars, but because each trusted themself enough to make an artistic and commercial leap.
MUSICIANS WE LOST IN 2024
A montage of some of the musicians who died in 2024. For a more complete list, visit NPR Music's article on musicians we lost this year.
5 people have been charged in the death of Liam Payne
An Argentine judge ordered pretrial detention for two of the charged for suppling Payne with drugs. Prosecutors had filed initial charges against three people in November but didn't reveal their names.
Toast of the Nation 2025
Ring in the new year with celebratory sounds from around the world.
Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks joined Fleetwood Mac 5 decades ago
Fifty years ago on New Year's Eve, Fleetwood Mac welcomed two musicians: Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham. Their artistry redefined the rock band and their mercurial relationship captivated fans.
Jimmy Carter and the Allman Brothers
Jimmy Carter said that his love of music -- and his friendship with The Allman Brothers in particular -- helped him get elected.