Houston, who died Oct. 7, started out on the gospel circuit as a child, sang backup for Aretha Franklin and later guided her daughter, Whitney, to superstardom. Originally broadcast in 1998.

The longtime Colorado resident talks about writing his latest album and running his own venue, called The Skylark Lounge.

Since last November, 12 lawsuits have been filed against Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs for sexual and physical assault. Here's who is officially involved in the allegations.

The mogul, who was indicted and arrested on federal charges in September, will be tried in a Manhattan court next summer.

Lebanon is a cultural hub for Arab music. Lebanese music writer Danny Hajjar has been talking with musicians there about how they're dealing with escalating conflict in the region.

NPR Music's new book, How Women Made Music, looks at the role of women in popular music. From the Grammy stage to lawsuits, women have been the subject of protest and celebration.

The indie band brings its authenticity and bedroom pop style to the Tiny Desk’s slightly bigger space.

Two of 2024's biggest new hitmakers consolidate their hold on the top of the pop charts, while a pair of stars from a previous generation — Katy Perry and Lady Gaga — both stumble with new work.

The pair perform songs from their collaborative jazz album, Milton + esperanza.

On the aching Dunya, the artist stands at an east-west crossroads, trying to resolve a young striver's years of trauma with a folklorist's drive to preserve what's left.