Music

Kanye West submits Minnesota ballot petition
Kanye West’s petition is subject to review but he’d be one of several third-party or independent candidates for president on Minnesota’s ballot, which could make the difference in a close race.
A new children's album celebrates kids who identify as transgender and nonbinary
Noel King speaks to music therapist and musician Julie Be of the group Ants on a Log about a new all-star children's album that celebrates kids who are transgender and nonbinary.
How hip-hop brought a young Hmong American and his grandma together
You might think of hip-hop as a traditionally American art form, but it’s not the only musical tradition that shows off verbal dexterity. Hmong American hip-hop artist Tou SaiK Lee learned that firsthand from an unlikely source — his grandmother.
Is singing together safe in the era of coronavirus? Not really, experts say
Schools, faith and community groups as well as professional musicians are all struggling with the risks of singing. Experts present the most recent research and offer strategies to mitigate the risks.
A new book traces the history of boy bands, the pop phenomenon 'Larger Than Life'
Author and music critic Maria Sherman talks about her new book, “Larger Than Life: A History of Boy Bands from NKOTB to BTS” and forgoing rock elitism to give into the joy of boy band pop songs.
Lady A the band sues Lady A the singer
The country trio changed its name from Lady Antebellum last month, saying it was "regretful and embarrassed" by racist history. But it's now in a legal fight with a Black artist over the moniker.