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Strings says his guitar has been his best friend for as long as he can remember. He has a new album, So Much for Goodbyes, inspired by his mom. Originally broadcast Sept. 8, 2025.

On Thursday, the woman identified as Jane Doe filed a declaration in Manhattan federal court stating that all of her original claims against the rapper were false.

The Australian musician's newest album is named for a neighborhood bar in Melbourne that just so happens to have a recording studio upstairs.

Rolling Stone reporter Cheyenne Roundtree says rumors of abuse followed the media mogul for years. Her book examines how Combs remained so powerful, despite decades of warning signs and allegations.

A stage dive ... from the Tiny Desk? We feature Turnstile, plus sets from artists who have collaborated with the Baltimore hardcore band: Sheer Mag and Blood Orange. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.

The Dominican singer raises the everyday to a level of artistic beauty, yet manages to make life feel breathable. Silvana Estrada guests in this stripped down set.

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with New York Times reporter Emily Cochrane about a feud that has erupted over Dolly Parton's estate.

Seth MacFarlane is best known for creating Family Guy and American Dad! He's also an accomplished singer. Now, he's out with a new record of Muppets songs.

The dam appeared to break in 2024, as South African phenom Tyla made Grammy and chart history. But for a wide field of buzzed-about voices, the path to a crossover has narrowed.

Let's take a look at how and why "Choosin' Texas" has come to define and dominate the pop charts in 2026.