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This trio hopes 'Won't Give Up' will become an anthem for the climate movement

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This trio hopes 'Won't Give Up' will become an anthem for the climate movement

November 14, 2023 • NPR Tiny Desk contest winner Quinn Christopherson, drag queen Pattie Gonia and world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma would like "Won't Give Up" to be sung at climate change rallies and in concert halls.

This trio hopes 'Won't Give Up' will become an anthem for the climate movement

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On Quinn Christopherson's debut album, stories of growth emerge in monumental details

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On Quinn Christopherson's debut album, stories of growth emerge in monumental details

September 16, 2022 • On Write Your Name In Pink, the Alaskan singer-songwriter turns a compassionate eye toward his memories, threading together small moments to reveal moving stories about love, addiction and growth.

New Music Friday: The best releases out Sept. 16

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New Music Friday: The best releases out Sept. 16

September 16, 2022 • The superstar K-pop girl group BLACKPINK is one of the biggest pop juggernauts in the world, with billions of streams and massive world tours to its name. Born Pink, its second full-length album — and "full-length" is relative here, since we're talking about eight songs in under 25 minutes — promises to further expedite BLACKPINK's domination of the U.S. charts.

New Music Friday: The best releases out Sept. 16

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Quinn Christopherson, 'Celine'

August 8, 2022 • Rather than a tribute to the beloved Canadian diva, "Celine" is actually a touching ode to Quinn Christopherson's mother.

New Mix: Phoebe Bridgers, Wilco, Quinn Christopherson, more

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New Mix: Phoebe Bridgers, Wilco, Quinn Christopherson, more

April 26, 2022 • All Songs Considered's Bob Boilen shares his favorite new tracks of the week, including a live recording for the 20th anniversary of Wilco's Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, a new single from Phoebe Bridgers and more.

New Mix: Phoebe Bridgers, Wilco, Quinn Christopherson, more

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Quinn Christopherson, 'Loaded Gun'

December 13, 2021 • A love letter to Quinn Christopherson's younger self that yearns with sweet specificity.

Tiny Desk Playlist: Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

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Tiny Desk Playlist: Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

November 12, 2021 • Native American artists have brought an incredibly diverse array of sounds and styles to the Tiny Desk, representing just a slice of the breadth and beauty of Indigenous art.

New Mix: Quinn Christopherson, mehro, Anjimile, IDLES, more

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New Mix: Quinn Christopherson, mehro, Anjimile, IDLES, more

October 26, 2021 • All Songs Considered host Bob Boilen shares his favorite new tracks of the week, including a new one from Tiny Desk contest winner Quinn Christopherson, the English punk group IDLES and more.

New Mix: Quinn Christopherson, mehro, Anjimile, IDLES, more

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Tiny Desk Contest Family Hour

May 13, 2021 • We brought together all six Tiny Desk Contest winners for some music and conversation. Hear the songs that earned them a ticket to the Tiny Desk, plus their advice for entering the Contest.

Tiny Desk Contest Family Hour

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Watch Tiny Desk Contest Top Shelf Episode 4 Featuring Quinn Christopherson

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Watch Tiny Desk Contest Top Shelf Episode 4 Featuring Quinn Christopherson

July 2, 2020 • Live on YouTube, Bob Boilen and Quinn Christopherson (winner of the 2019 Tiny Desk Contest) watched their favorites 2020 entries and discussed what made them stand out.

Tiny Desk Contest Top Shelf: Watch Our Judges' Favorite Entries Every Week

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Tiny Desk Contest Top Shelf: Watch Our Judges' Favorite Entries Every Week

June 8, 2020 • Tune in Thursdays at 3 p.m. ET as Bob Boilen and other Contest judges watch and discuss the best Tiny Desk Contest entries they saw this year.

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The Austin 100: Quinn Christopherson

March 17, 2020 • Quinn Christopherson's songs sketch out raw, vivid character studies that reflect on his family, addiction and the dramatic shift in perspective that took place when he came out as a trans man.

Tiny Desk Concerts From Our 5 Tiny Desk Contest Winners

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Tiny Desk Concerts From Our 5 Tiny Desk Contest Winners

February 20, 2020 • These five artists make music that is singular enough to stand out among the thousands of others who enter the Contest each year with high hopes of playing at the Desk.

Bob Boilen's Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts Of 2019

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Bob Boilen's Favorite Tiny Desk Concerts Of 2019

December 27, 2019 • The man behind the desk (when musicians aren't playing, anyway) shares his favorite performances of the year, which include a mix of old favorites, up-and-coming discoveries and a few surprises.

Quinn Christopherson Is Protective Of His Tiny Desk Contest-Winning Song 'Erase Me'

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Quinn Christopherson Is Protective Of His Tiny Desk Contest-Winning Song 'Erase Me'

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October 28, 2019 • The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest winner visits World Cafe and shares stories about the evolution of his career.

Quinn Christopherson On World Cafe

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NPR Music's Top 20 Songs From May

June 3, 2019 • May surprised us with a Jarvis Cocker reinvention and Sleater-Kinney's blistering return. And, yeah, it was really hard to choose just one Carly Rae Jepsen bop.

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Quinn Christopherson: Tiny Desk Concert

June 3, 2019 • Quinn and his musical partner, guitarist and singer Nick Carpenter, arrived from the cool of Anchorage to the swelter of D.C. and performed with remarkable confidence and grace.

New Mix: Rhye, Quinn Christopherson, Tōth, Another Sky, Ari Roar, More

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New Mix: Rhye, Quinn Christopherson, Tōth, Another Sky, Ari Roar, More

May 28, 2019 • This week's All Songs Considered features a gorgeous, solo piano instrumental from Rhye, Tiny Desk contest winner Quinn Christopherson's unique look at male privilege, psych-pop via Ari Roar and more.

New Mix: Rhye, Quinn Christopherson, Tōth, Another Sky, Ari Roar, More

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Meet Quinn Christopherson, Winner Of The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest

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Meet Quinn Christopherson, Winner Of The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest

May 16, 2019 • Hailing from Anchorage, Alaska, Christopherson is a thoughtful songwriter with a powerful sense of perspective.

Meet Quinn Christopherson, Winner Of The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest

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Announcing The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest Winner

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Announcing The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest Winner

May 16, 2019 • After receiving over 6,000 entries this year, we've picked a winner of the 2019 Tiny Desk Contest. Meet the gifted songwriter who captivated our panel of judges.

Announcing The 2019 Tiny Desk Contest Winner

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This Tiny Desk Contestant Braved The Elements To Pay Tribute To His Grandmother

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This Tiny Desk Contestant Braved The Elements To Pay Tribute To His Grandmother

May 20, 2018 • Musician Quinn Christopherson shares the story of his original song submission for the 2018 Tiny Desk Contest.

This Tiny Desk Contestant Braved The Elements To Pay Tribute To His Grandmother

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