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Parton, who died at 80 on Tuesday, had charm, depth, beauty, wit and radiant goodness. She was also a songwriter whose work told the story not just of country music but of the country itself.
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The artist was a star performer in country music and went on to become one of the genre's most recognizable and universally adored ambassadors to broader popular culture.
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Death Cab for Cutie has a gift for making the ordinary feel breathtaking. The band splits this mostly acoustic set between new songs and fan favorites.
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The 1976 film is about a '60s trio based loosely on The Supremes. It wasn't a big hit, but it has a devoted cult following, and critic Ken Tucker says it features some of Aretha Franklin's finest performances.
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Charlie Puth, one of the biggest pop hitmakers of the last decade, turns the Tiny Desk into a jazz club.
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South Florida producer Sam Berler has created an aesthetic he dubs "mallcore" that has seen Miami natives embrace his music and social media content.
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The husband-wife duo, and their tight band, deliver fresh, soul-inflected songs of uncommon power.
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The 2026 list includes new works from household names Douglas Stuart, Marlon James and Elizabeth Strout as well as a few debut authors.
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The Illharmonic Orchestra blends hip-hop and classical music during live performances. Its leaders tell NPR's Juana Summers how they build community with their shows, which feature all-Black musicians.
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The Long Beach emcee assembles a vibrant young band to play selections from Cry Baby and a highlight from Dark Times.
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After four decades as a founding member of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Flea goes solo with a stellar jazz band.
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Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller presented the nominees on Wednesday morning. The Pitt led all shows with 25 nominations, followed closely by the final season of Hacks with 24.