In Performance http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1040&ft=1&f=1040 Listen to new music, podcasts, live concerts and studio sessions. Watch video sessions. Read interviews with musicians and music reviews. NPR covers the best new songs from rock, pop, folk, jazz, urban, world, and classical music. en Copyright 2013 NPR - For Personal Use Only NPR API RSS Generator 0.94 Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://media.npr.org/images/npr_news_123x20.gif In Performance http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1040&ft=1&f=1040 After Big Year, Emeli Sande's 'Version Of Events' The Scottish singer-songwriter performed at the Olympics in 2012, and her debut album <em>Our Version of Events</em> sold more copies than any other in the U.K. Emeli Sande performs for host Michel Martin and chats about her whirlwind success. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/01/17/169610336/emeli-sande-rocks-out-with-michel-martin?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2013/01/17/169610336/emeli-sande-rocks-out-with-michel-martin?ft=1&f=1040 The Scottish singer-songwriter performed at the Olympics in 2012, and her debut album Our Version of Events sold more copies than any other in the U.K. Emeli Sande performs for host Michel Martin and chats about her whirlwind success.

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]]> Hip-Hopping With A Harp Singer-songwriter Rashida Jolley uses the harp to create a sound that's entirely her own. She combines pop, hip-hop, rhythm and blues and classical music into her debut album, <em>Tales of My Heart</em>. Jolley shares her musical inspirations with host Michel Martin in an encore presentation. Tue, 01 Jan 2013 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2013/01/01/168345177/hip-hopping-with-a-harp?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2013/01/01/168345177/hip-hopping-with-a-harp?ft=1&f=1040 Singer-songwriter Rashida Jolley uses the harp to create a sound that's entirely her own. She combines pop, hip-hop, rhythm and blues and classical music into her debut album, Tales of My Heart. Jolley shares her musical inspirations with host Michel Martin in an encore presentation.

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]]> Gospel Diva Vicki Yohe On 'Sounding Black' Vicki Yohe has blond hair, blue eyes, and the look of a country-western singer. But she's an urban gospel music star and most of her fans are black. Yohe talks with host Michel Martin about race, music, faith, and her latest album, <em>I'm at Peace: A Praise and Worship Experience</em>. Thu, 20 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/20/167709027/gospel-diva-vicki-yohe-on-sounding-black?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2012/12/20/167709027/gospel-diva-vicki-yohe-on-sounding-black?ft=1&f=1040 Vicki Yohe has blond hair, blue eyes, and the look of a country-western singer. But she's an urban gospel music star and most of her fans are black. Yohe talks with host Michel Martin about race, music, faith, and her latest album, I'm at Peace: A Praise and Worship Experience.

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]]> Frederic Yonnet Crowd Sources His New Album Frederic Yonnet is known for bringing the harmonica to urban jazz, R&B and hip-hop. He's working on the album <em>Reed My Lips: The Rough Cut</em>. It's available as a digital download, but the final mix will be out next year with suggested changes from fans. Yonnet joins host Michel Martin for a special encore performance chat. Mon, 03 Sep 2012 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2012/09/03/160396941/frederic-yonnet-crowd-sources-his-new-album?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2012/09/03/160396941/frederic-yonnet-crowd-sources-his-new-album?ft=1&f=1040 Frederic Yonnet is known for bringing the harmonica to urban jazz, R&B and hip-hop. He's working on the album Reed My Lips: The Rough Cut. It's available as a digital download, but the final mix will be out next year with suggested changes from fans. Yonnet joins host Michel Martin for a special encore performance chat.

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]]> Jake Shimabukuro Gives Ukelele A Chance To Shine Once known as a kitschy toy, the ukulele is now a hit with even the hippest musicians. Young people worldwide comb YouTube for instructional videos to learn to play the four-stringed instrument. And to ukulele fans, player Jake Shimabukuro is the big kahuna. Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2011/12/20/144022388/jake-shimagukuro-gives-ukelele-a-chance-to-shine?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/12/20/144022388/jake-shimagukuro-gives-ukelele-a-chance-to-shine?ft=1&f=1040 Once known as a kitschy toy, the ukulele is now a hit with even the hippest musicians. Young people worldwide comb YouTube for instructional videos to learn to play the four-stringed instrument. And to ukulele fans, player Jake Shimabukuro is the big kahuna.

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]]> Ellie Goulding's Music 'Lights' Up U.K., U.S. The Welsh musician's new album <em>Lights</em> topped the U.K. albums chart. She won the "Critics Choice Award" at the Brit Awards and the "BBC Sound of 2010." Host Michel Martin speaks with Ellie Goulding about her childhood and career, as well as the link between art and pain. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:34:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/07/28/138758853/ellie-goulding-s-music-lights-up-uk-us?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/07/28/138758853/ellie-goulding-s-music-lights-up-uk-us?ft=1&f=1040 The Welsh musician's new album Lights topped the U.K. albums chart. She won the "Critics Choice Award" at the Brit Awards and the "BBC Sound of 2010." Host Michel Martin speaks with Ellie Goulding about her childhood and career, as well as the link between art and pain.

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]]> Martha Wash: The Queen Of Clubland Looks Back As part of the duo The Weather Girls, Martha Wash gained fame with the smash hit "It's Raining Men." Here, Wash talks about her new music, overcoming injustice as she rose in the music industry, and perceptions of physical appearance versus talent. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/07/21/138576102/queen-of-clubland-talks-talent-vs-looks?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/07/21/138576102/queen-of-clubland-talks-talent-vs-looks?ft=1&f=1040 As part of the duo The Weather Girls, Martha Wash gained fame with the smash hit "It's Raining Men." Here, Wash talks about her new music, overcoming injustice as she rose in the music industry, and perceptions of physical appearance versus talent.

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]]> Award-Winning Gospel Duo Releases 'Something Big' Sister-act Mary Mary has reigned over the gospel scene for more than a decade, propelled by uplifting lyrics and a blend of different genres. Host Michel Martin speaks with Erica and Tina Campbell about life, their passion for the word of God and their new album, <em>Something Big</em>. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/06/16/137221713/award-winning-gospel-duo-releases-something-big?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/06/16/137221713/award-winning-gospel-duo-releases-something-big?ft=1&f=1040 Sister-act Mary Mary has reigned over the gospel scene for more than a decade, propelled by uplifting lyrics and a blend of different genres. Host Michel Martin speaks with Erica and Tina Campbell about life, their passion for the word of God and their new album, Something Big.

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]]> Afropean Soul Sisters Bring A 'Nu Revolution' They burst onto the international music scene more than a decade ago, with a blend of European and African styles they call "Afropean." Now the French-based duo, Les Nubians is back with a new album serves up more of their global soulful sound. Guest host Farai Chideya speaks with the singing sisters about their latest project, as they perform a selection of songs off their album, titled <em>Nu Revolution</em>. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/03/24/134822770/Afropean-Soul-Sisters-Bring-A-Nu-Revolution?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/03/24/134822770/Afropean-Soul-Sisters-Bring-A-Nu-Revolution?ft=1&f=1040 They burst onto the international music scene more than a decade ago, with a blend of European and African styles they call "Afropean." Now the French-based duo, Les Nubians is back with a new album serves up more of their global soulful sound. Guest host Farai Chideya speaks with the singing sisters about their latest project, as they perform a selection of songs off their album, titled Nu Revolution.

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]]> Clare And The Reasons On Mountain Stage Clare and Olivier Manchon are at the heart of the chamber-folk ensemble Clare and the Reasons. Its second album, <em>Arrow</em>, is a collaborative effort that shows off the band's big sound. Here, it performs on <em>Mountain Stage</em> with Bob Hart and a brass section from West Virginia University. Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2010/06/16/127885806/clare-and-the-reasons-on-mountain-stage?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2010/06/16/127885806/clare-and-the-reasons-on-mountain-stage?ft=1&f=1040 Clare and Olivier Manchon are at the heart of the chamber-folk ensemble Clare and the Reasons. Its second album, Arrow, is a collaborative effort that shows off the band's big sound. Here, it performs on Mountain Stage with Bob Hart and a brass section from West Virginia University.

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]]> David Lindley On Mountain Stage The musical palette of multi-instrumentalist David Lindley is as varied and eccentric as his colorful onstage apparel. For this intimate <em>Mountain Stage</em> performance, Lindley played instruments as varied as a Hawaiian lap-steel guitar and a traditional Middle Eastern oud. Tue, 15 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/03/16/95937873/david-lindley-on-mountain-stage?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/03/16/95937873/david-lindley-on-mountain-stage?ft=1&f=1040 The musical palette of multi-instrumentalist David Lindley is as varied and eccentric as his colorful onstage apparel. For this intimate Mountain Stage performance, Lindley played instruments as varied as a Hawaiian lap-steel guitar and a traditional Middle Eastern oud.

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]]> Mindy Smith On Mountain Stage In her third appearance on <em>Mountain Stage</em>, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Mindy Smith performs music from her 2006 album <em>Long Island Shores</em>. She also dips into her 2004 debut, <em>One Moment More</em>, and performs a cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene." Mon, 14 Mar 2011 09:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/03/14/95883892/mindy-smith-on-mountain-stage?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/03/14/95883892/mindy-smith-on-mountain-stage?ft=1&f=1040 In her third appearance on Mountain Stage, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Mindy Smith performs music from her 2006 album Long Island Shores. She also dips into her 2004 debut, One Moment More, and performs a cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene."

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]]> KT Tunstall: A Big Voice For A Big World Tunstall came of age at a time when pop princesses were all the rage. Her song "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" was a smash hit, earning her a Grammy nomination. Now she's released her third album, <em>Tiger Suit</em>. Wed, 17 Nov 2010 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/2010/11/17/131386748/singer-kt-tunstall-wows-fans-with-tiger-suit?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2010/11/17/131386748/singer-kt-tunstall-wows-fans-with-tiger-suit?ft=1&f=1040 Tunstall came of age at a time when pop princesses were all the rage. Her song "Black Horse and the Cherry Tree" was a smash hit, earning her a Grammy nomination. Now she's released her third album, Tiger Suit.

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]]> The Tallest Man On Earth In Concert Swedish singer and guitarist Kristian Matsson is a soft-spoken guy who stands somewhere around five and a half feet tall. But on stage, he's known as The Tallest Man on Earth, and he's got one of the boldest, most captivating voices around. Here, he stops in Washington, D.C. for a full concert, recorded live at the 9:30 Club, with an opening set by S. Carey Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:30:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/2011/04/04/130217980/the-tallest-man-on-earth-in-concert?ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/2011/04/04/130217980/the-tallest-man-on-earth-in-concert?ft=1&f=1040 Swedish singer and guitarist Kristian Matsson is a soft-spoken guy who stands somewhere around five and a half feet tall. But on stage, he's known as The Tallest Man on Earth, and he's got one of the boldest, most captivating voices around. Here, he stops in Washington, D.C. for a full concert, recorded live at the 9:30 Club, with an opening set by S. Carey

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]]> Robert Plant And Band Of Joy, Live In Concert Band of Joy doesn't just back Robert Plant. It's a band that happens to have Plant as a member. Listen to this remarkable ensemble run through several Led Zeppelin songs and some great covers at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City. Mon, 20 Sep 2010 11:19:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129992517&ft=1&f=1040 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=129992517&ft=1&f=1040 Band of Joy doesn't just back Robert Plant. It's a band that happens to have Plant as a member. Listen to this remarkable ensemble run through several Led Zeppelin songs and some great covers at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City.

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