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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.

Best Songs Of 2019 (So Far): Lizzo To Zach Fox

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Best Music Of 2019

Best Songs Of 2019 (So Far): Lizzo To Zach Fox

June 26, 2019 • There's no one sound to a year, but public radio writers across the country do set their ears to the most essential music. We asked them: What is your favorite song of 2019 so far?

Mashrou' Leila's 'Roman' Cries For Resistance

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Mashrou' Leila's 'Roman' Cries For Resistance

July 19, 2017 • The rock band from Beirut returns with a heady, heartfelt song that challenges stereotypical perceptions of Middle Eastern women — from all comers.

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Mashrou' Leila: Tiny Desk Concert

June 24, 2016 • A rock band from Beirut gives a stunning performance, with songs that mix hedonism and heady, hyper-literate lyrics.

A Band From Beirut Speaks To Tragedy In Orlando

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All Songs Considered

A Band From Beirut Speaks To Tragedy In Orlando

June 15, 2016 • The members of Mashrou' Leila have faced hatred themselves. At the Tiny Desk, the Lebanese band performs a song with haunting parallels to Sunday's events.

Jordan Reportedly Bans Band With Gay Frontman From Performing

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Jordan Reportedly Bans Band With Gay Frontman From Performing

April 27, 2016 • The members of Mashrou' Leila say Jordanian authorities are trying to stifle their political message — and endorsements of gender equality and sexual freedom.