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Today marks the 25th anniversary of the death of rapper Christopher Wallace, the Notorious B.I.G. His rhymes were hugely influential and resonate, especially with those in his hometown of Brooklyn. -
He was just another Mexican immigrant hustling to survive. But within a few years he became a bestselling singer whose music flowed from California to Mexico, mesmerizing fans with his songs about outlaws and drug traffickers. -
Adrian Florido speaks to Miami-based musician riela about her new EP, Llorar y Perrear. -
Each week, the guests and hosts on NPR's Pop Culture Happy Hour share what's bringing them joy. This week: new music from Drug Church, learning to knit and Judy Greer. -
While Russian artists and institutions grapple with how they are viewed internationally, American cultural organizations make what amounts to foreign policy decisions. -
This weekend in the arts: "Syntax;" The Rosin Box; Denja Harris and Rafael Rios-Mathioudakis; "Love is an Action;" Le Salon de Musiques; and the Candlewood Arts Festival in Borrego Springs. -
Tamar-kali, who composed the music for Mudbound and Shirley, has a new project: an opera that you can watch online. -
For the occasion of its half-centennial, cultural critic and poet Hanif Abdurraqib takes the measure of Stevie Wonder's unmatchable artistic achivements in the early-to-mid '70s. -
The bands may be smaller this year, but students say they're prepared to keep the culture alive and entertain hundreds of thousands of revelers. -
In her new album, 'Squeeze,' Sasami invites listeners to process their rage and disillusionment as a way to bring them closer to healing.
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