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Equal At Last? Women In Jazz, By The Numbers

January 12, 2021 • Half of the top 10 spots in 2019's NPR Music Jazz Critics Poll went to women. But a deeper look at the data from across the poll's lifetime complicates claims about women's equality in jazz.

Julia Jacklin, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Julia Jacklin, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 11, 2017 • The folk-rock singer from Australia's Blue Mountains makes music that confronts all the anxieties a 20-something feels about getting older. Hear songs from her debut album, Don't Let The Kids Win.

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Joseph, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Joseph, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 11, 2017 • The Portland trio, composed of sisters Natalie, Meegan and Allison Closner, makes music that invites its audience to share in its bond of sisterhood. Hear Joseph's set at Newport Folk now.

Joseph, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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John Paul White, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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John Paul White, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 11, 2017 • "If you came to this set looking to be cheered up, you're screwed," White deadpanned from the stage. His music can give goosebumps, even on a sunny summer day; hear his set at Newport now.

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Pinegrove, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Pinegrove, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 8, 2017 • Hear the band play its tender songs about home, friendship and growing up, live at Newport Folk.

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Margaret Glaspy, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Margaret Glaspy, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 8, 2017 • The folk-rock singer performed songs from her acclaimed debut album — plus some new tracks — at Newport.

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Drive-By Truckers, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Drive-By Truckers, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 8, 2017 • The band kept up a keen-edged commentary on xenophobia, censorship and racism throughout its set of gritty Southern rock. Hear its set now.

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Fleet Foxes, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Fleet Foxes, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 8, 2017 • Stream the beloved folk-rock band's headlining set from the first night of the festival.

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John Prine And Friends, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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John Prine And Friends, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 4, 2017 • Hear one of Americana's most influential songwriters perform some of his timeless tunes alongside special guests Margo Price, Roger Waters, Justin Vernon and more.

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Marlon Williams, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Marlon Williams, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 4, 2017 • Though he was new to many in the audience, the New Zealander's lonesome set was the one festivalgoers were talking about for the rest of the weekend. Hear it now.

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Son Little Summons A Gospel Singer's Spirit In 'Demon To The Dark'

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Son Little Summons A Gospel Singer's Spirit In 'Demon To The Dark'

August 1, 2017 • In the latest single from the Philly future-soul singer's forthcoming album New Magic, Little communes with the spirit of the early-20th-century gospel artist Washington Phillips.

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What We Saw At Newport Folk 2017

August 1, 2017 • The Newport Folk Festival is not just a festival — it's an annualized community. Photographer Adam Kissick captured it.

Brent Cobb, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Brent Cobb, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

August 1, 2017 • The Georgia-born roots musician's songs tell detailed, easy-paced stories of family and close friends. Hear his Newport Folk set, with special guest Jade Bird.

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The Wild Reeds, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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The Wild Reeds, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

July 31, 2017 • Mackenzie Howe, Sharon Silva and Kinsey Lee's set at Newport Folk was assured and robust, a testament to potent voices made more powerful when united.

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Big Thief, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Big Thief, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

July 31, 2017 • The rising indie-rock band performed some new, unreleased songs during its Newport set.

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Hurray For The Riff Raff, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Hurray For The Riff Raff, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

July 31, 2017 • Stream Alynda Segarra's impassioned set from Newport.

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Shovels & Rope, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

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Shovels & Rope, Live In Concert: Newport Folk 2017

July 31, 2017 • The charismatic husband-and-wife duo returned to Newport after a three-year hiatus.

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Margo Price Explains Her New EP, 'Weakness,' Track By Track

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All Songs Considered

Margo Price Explains Her New EP, 'Weakness,' Track By Track

July 27, 2017 • After her huge artistic breakthrough last year, this new four-song collection reveals Margo Price's eagerness to stretch her craft, both musically and lyrically.

Through My Sister's Eyes: Allison And Katie Crutchfield On Each Other's Music

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Music Interviews

Through My Sister's Eyes: Allison And Katie Crutchfield On Each Other's Music

July 14, 2017 • As teens, the twins always played music together. Since then, their careers have led them in different, parallel directions. We asked each twin to share thoughts and memories about her sister's work.

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