A Christian worship song has turned up everywhere from prayer services at the Pentagon to the Charlie Kirk memorial service. The song is apolitical, so what accounts for its use at political events?
A little bit country, a little bit Desi: A Pakistani-American’s hybrid music
On May 31, Mo Sabri makes a landmark appearance with the Nashville Symphony for an orchestral rendition of his new album, “Tennessee Desi,” which blends Appalachian styles with Muslim devotional music.
Kesha is back with a new album and world tour
NPR’s Ayesha speaks with the pop star Kesha about her life, her afterlife, her music and her new world tour, “The Freedom Tour.”
Elevating Nashville’s R&B scene is a collective effort | Key Changes
The rising R&B scene here in Nashville is advancing through the collaborative dynamic they’re cultivating and the type of music they’re making.
Ella Langley dominates the ACM Awards and Cody Johnson wins entertainer of the year
Cody Johnson won the top prize of entertainer of the year at the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards, but it was Ella Langley’s show from the start.
And the winner of the 2026 Tiny Desk Contest is …
The winner of the 2026 Tiny Desk Contest is revealed by NPR Music’s Bobby Carter. It’s the 12th time that an unsigned musical artist has won the nationwide challenge.
Remembering the bygone days of a legendary Appalachian steam locomotive
Longtime Louisville & Nashville Railroad employee Charles Castner died last month at the age of 97. He co-wrote a book in 2024 on one of L&N’s most powerful steam locomotives, the Big Emma.
The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are coming up. Here’s who’s nominated and how to watch
The 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards are just around the corner. Shania Twain will host for the first time and women dominate the nominations.
Ashley McBryde fell off the horse and went into the ‘Wild.’ Her new album is her most personal yet
Country star Ashley McBryde’s new album, “Wild,” has arrived. It’s her most personal album to date.
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