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Before they were 2025 Grammy Award winners, they were Tiny Desk performers

February 3, 2025 • Many of the major winners who picked up trophies on music's biggest night have graced the Tiny Desk. Watch their performances here.

If you love 'An Evening with Silk Sonic,' listen to these 5 songs next

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If you love 'An Evening with Silk Sonic,' listen to these 5 songs next

November 12, 2021 • Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak, masters of throwback, have delivered a tribute to Black pop's imperial era. If you're feeling the album's sound, there's plenty more where it came from.

New Music Friday: The top 6 albums out on Nov. 12

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New Music Friday: The top 6 albums out on Nov. 12

November 12, 2021 • The Bruno Mars-Anderson .Paak collab as Silk Sonic tops NPR Music's shortlist of the best albums out this week, along with new ones from Courtney Barnett, Aesop Rock, Jon Hopkins and more.

New Music Friday: The top 6 albums out on Nov. 12

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Heavy Rotation: 8 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

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Heavy Rotation: 8 Songs Public Radio Can't Stop Playing

October 30, 2021 • NPR member stations share a mix of popular songs playing on their airwaves in October, including music from alt-J, Anderson .Paak, The Killers and more.

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Silk Sonic, 'Skate'

August 6, 2021 • With the second single from their forthcoming album, An Evening with Silk Sonic, Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars prove that not only are they fans of Motown, they've also done their homework.

NPR Music's 27 Favorite Songs Of 2021 (So Far)

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NPR Music's 27 Favorite Songs Of 2021 (So Far)

June 30, 2021 • Our favorite songs from this strange period of re-emergence, the first six months of 2021.

Betty Who's 5 Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts

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Betty Who's 5 Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts

June 11, 2021 • Musician and Tiny Desk alum Betty Who picks her top Tiny Desks.

Roséwave: 102 Songs To Soundtrack Your Summer

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Roséwave: 102 Songs To Soundtrack Your Summer

June 9, 2021 • Whether you're ready for Hot Vax Summer or preparing for a more cautious reentry to everyday life, roséwave understands. Here are 101 songs to soundtrack your summer, wherever you're at.

NPR AZNs Pick Their Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts

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NPR AZNs Pick Their Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts

May 28, 2021 • The employee group, which supports NPR staff members through advocacy and cultural visibility, reflects on some favorite performances in celebration of Asian/Pacific Islander American Heritage Month.

Tiny Desk Playlist: 2021 Grammy Winners Who've Stopped By The Tiny Desk, Vol. 2

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Tiny Desk Playlist: 2021 Grammy Winners Who've Stopped By The Tiny Desk, Vol. 2

March 15, 2021 • The Tiny Desk space — both at the D.C. office and now in our (home) concert series — has been host to several Grammy winners over the last 13 years.

Nelson George's 5 Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts

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Nelson George's 5 Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts

February 12, 2021 • Nelson George, author, cultural critic and filmmaker with a passion for African American culture, picks his favorite soulful Tiny Desk concerts.

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The Best Tiny Desk Concerts Of 2020

December 28, 2020 • Watch 20 of the year's greatest Tiny Desk performances, featuring a small sample of the talented artists who delivered intimate sets from NPR Music's D.C. offices.

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Heat Check: Can't Get It For Free

June 23, 2020 • In a week of rapid headlines and surprise releases, these tracks from City Girls, Noname, Anderson .Paak and more attempt to restore the feeling without disregarding reality.

Anderson .Paak's 'Lockdown' Examines The Quiet Spaces Of An Uprising

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Anderson .Paak's 'Lockdown' Examines The Quiet Spaces Of An Uprising

June 19, 2020 • In a new song and video, Anderson .Paak and video director Dave Meyers take a hushed look at the lives amidst the movement.

Anderson .Paak's 'Lockdown' Video Depicts A Day In The Life Of Protesters

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We Insist: A Timeline Of Protest Music In 2020

Anderson .Paak's 'Lockdown' Video Depicts A Day In The Life Of Protesters

June 19, 2020 • This song, part of our 'We Insist' timeline of 2020's noteworthy protest music, was released June 19.

The Free Nationals And Anderson .Paak Return To The Tiny Desk

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The Free Nationals And Anderson .Paak Return To The Tiny Desk

April 20, 2020 • The Free Nationals and Anderson .Paak make their triumphant return to the Tiny Desk along with some other special guests.

Rosé Rising: 24 Songs For Your Summer Star Chart

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Rosé Rising: 24 Songs For Your Summer Star Chart

July 10, 2019 • Our playlist highlights each astrological sign's best and worst attributes, whether you're as meticulous as fellow Virgo Beyonce, moody as a Cancer (and Frank Ocean) or free-spirited as Bjork.

Best Albums Of 2019 (So Far): Aldous Harding To Holly Herndon

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Best Albums Of 2019 (So Far): Aldous Harding To Holly Herndon

June 25, 2019 • We asked our panel of public radio writers one question: What is your favorite album of 2019 so far? There were so many ways to answer.

'SNL' Musical Guests, Ranked From No. 1 To Greta Van Fleet

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'SNL' Musical Guests, Ranked From No. 1 To Greta Van Fleet

May 20, 2019 • BTS! DJ Khaled! Paul Simon! Kanye West dressed as a bottle of sparkling water! This season of Saturday Night Live had it all, and now all 21 performances have been cruelly ranked for your enjoyment.

Flying Lotus Imagines A Desert Full Of Fools In 'More' Video

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Flying Lotus Imagines A Desert Full Of Fools In 'More' Video

May 13, 2019 • Flying Lotus and director Shinichiro Watanabe team up to share a dystopian animation to the song "More."

The 10 Best New Albums We Heard In April

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The 10 Best New Albums We Heard In April

April 30, 2019 • Lizzo gives us a powerful gospel of self-love, PUP serves up odes to nihilism, Glen Hansard opens up his acoustic palette, plus seven more albums you need to hear.

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The 20 Best New Songs We Heard In April

April 30, 2019 • Lil Nas X upended country's traditional gatekeepers, FKA Twigs experienced a phoenix-esque rebirth, Carly Rae Jepsen shimmied into the corners of what-could've-been, plus 17 must-hear songs.