Watch Robert Plant perform for NPR Music
Watch Robert Plant And The Sensational Space Shifters perform for NPR Music. The former Led Zeppelin frontman performs songs from his new album ‘Lullaby and…The Ceaseless Roar’, released earlier this month.
By Kegan Warner
Eight notable musicians who took the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge seems to be finally slowing down, though it’s been incredibly successful raising money for ALS research. Here are eight notable musicians who took the plunge and helped fund ALS research.
By Kegan Warner
‘The Simpsons’: 15 notable musical guest appearances
Sonic Youth, David Byrne, The White Stripes and The Ramones all appeared in guest spots over the past 25 years.
By Kegan Warner
RIYL: Spoon
Our next “Recommended If You Like” feature covers Spoon, who just released their eight album, “They Want My Soul.” If you’re a Spoon fan, here’s five other similar artists to check out.
By Kegan Warner
UMS Artist Highlight: Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Our next UMS Artist Highlight covers New Zealand indie rock band Unknown Mortal Orchestra.
By Kegan Warner
RIYL: Andrew Bird
If you’re an Andrew Bird fan, here are five similar artists we recommend, with streamable tracks from each.
By Kegan Warner
Basement tapes and beyond: 12 albums recorded at home
There are quite a few recent albums renowned for being recorded outside of a traditional studio by those championing the DIY philosophy. Here are 12 of the very best.
By Kegan Warner
RIYL: Bon Iver
You’re probably familiar with the work of Justin Vernon who, through his Bon Iver project, pioneered a sub-genre of folk music. If you’re a fan, here are five other artists you might like.
By Kegan Warner
Mistakes Of My Youth, Eels
Eels front man Mark Oliver Everett brings together “an album full of spontaneous band collaborations” for their 16th studio album, and as the title suggests, it’s chalk full of his […]
By Kegan Warner
RIYL: Kurt Vile
Kurt Vile: a man so beloved by his hometown of Philadelphia that their mayor named August 28 “Kurt Vile Day.” If you’re a fan, here are a few other artists you will enjoy.
By Kegan Warner
Preview exclusive Record Store Day releases
All week long we’re previewing Record Store Day exclusive releases. There are hundreds of singles, and even full albums that will only be available this Saturday, April 19. Check out the full list, then listen to a few of our recommendations.
By Kegan Warner
Stream the new single “Good Pit” from The Baltic
OpenAir is excited to debut a new single from Denver teenage band The Baltic.
By Kegan Warner
Distance, The Congress
This week’s Download of the Week is “Distance” from Denver rock and roll band The Congress.
By Kegan Warner
RIYL: The Black Keys
Welcome to our new feature “RIYL,” which, if you’re not acronymically inclined, stands for “Recommended If You Like.” Each time around, we’ll highlight a band that you might already love, […]
By Kegan Warner
Never Chase A Man, Esmé Patterson
Esme is about to release her second solo album Woman to Woman on Greater Than Collective records. The album is a collection of responses to songs about women.
By Kegan Warner