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Media Monitor: NPR Music reviews Phoebe Bridgers' new album, reports on Spotify AI policy and Kennedy Center developments
NPR Music is reporting on Phoebe Bridgers' new album "Lost Weekend," Spotify's AI artist labeling, and ongoing developments at the Kennedy Center. It also covered top cover songs and other music reviews.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Reviews Margaret Glaspy Album, Highlights Other New Releases
NPR Music critic Ann Powers reviews Margaret Glaspy's new album "I Am Both," discussing its strong point of view in the streaming era. The outlet also features other new music and a series on the Grateful Dead.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Explores Grateful Dead Legacy, Reports on Other Artists
NPR Music is reporting on its new "Dead After Death" series, which delves into the Grateful Dead's enduring legacy and evolving fandom, alongside news on artists like Glen Hansard and Shania Twain.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Highlights Bumper Crop of New Releases, Opry Debuts
NPR Music critic Ann Powers reports on a flood of new music releases, including major artists and diverse independent albums. The outlet also covers Grand Ole Opry debuts and other music news.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Reports on Gracie Abrams' New Album, Critical Reception and Industry Trends
NPR Music reports on Gracie Abrams' new album, 'Daughter from Hell,' and its mixed critical reception, drawing parallels to Carly Simon. The outlet also covers music influencing, artist visas, and new Tiny Desk concerts.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Reviews New Rolling Stones Album, Notes Other Music News
NPR Music is reporting on The Rolling Stones' new album "Foreign Tongues," highlighting its dance-floor appeal and the band's enduring energy. It also covers other music news, including an obituary for Bonnie Tyler and new album announcements.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Highlights "Summertime Blues," New Artists and Jazz Legend's Passing
NPR Music explores the 'summertime blues' with Eddie Cochran, reviews new artist Imani Imani, discusses road trip playlists, and reports on the passing of jazz pianist Abdullah Ibrahim, according to its latest newsletter.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Concludes First Leg of Tiny Desk Contest Tour
NPR Music reports the first leg of its Tiny Desk Contest On The Road tour has wrapped up, featuring winner Cure For Paranoia and other artists in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle. The second leg will visit Texas, Denver,…
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Media Monitor: Phoebe Bridgers Returns to Stage, Signaling 'Sad Girl Summer' Trend with Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams
NPR Music reports Phoebe Bridgers' return to the stage, joining Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams in a 'sad girl summer' trend of confessional songwriting, while also covering other new music releases and artist interviews.
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Tiny Desk Contest Tour Kicks Off in Los Angeles, Editor Shares 2026 Favorites
NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest On the Road tour kicks off in Los Angeles with Cure For Paranoia. Series editor Lars Gotrich also shares his favorite "left-of-center" entries from the 2026 contest.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Connects Black Music Month to Civil Rights Movement Amid Voting Rights Act Changes
NPR Music reports on the historical ties between Black Music Month and the Civil Rights Movement, noting recent Supreme Court actions. It also covers new music releases, a Michael Jackson biopic, and a 'Song of the Summer' contender.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music Explores Definitive Millennial Song, Reports on New Releases and Jazz Icons
NPR Music explores what defines the millennial generation's anthem, while also reporting on new albums from Boards of Canada and Drake, and tributes to jazz legends Miles Davis and Sonny Rollins.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music reviews Marisa Anderson's new album, covers Drake, SNL, and symphony appointment
NPR Music reports on Marisa Anderson's new album exploring global folk music, Drake's latest releases, SNL musical guest rankings, and new symphony director Elim Chan.
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Media Monitor: NPR Music highlights Kacey Musgraves' new album, return to country roots
NPR Music is reporting that Kacey Musgraves is releasing a new album, 'Middle of Nowhere,' that returns to her country roots and explores Texas and Mexican influences, drawing parallels to other artists.
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