New research explores music's impact on learning, memory, and emotions in two studies. One reveals that familiar music can enhance concentration and learning, while the other demonstrates that music ...

July 3, 2026 • On a special mid-year episode of New Music Friday, host Stephen Thompson and a lineup of NPR Music writers and critics reflect on their favorite albums of the year so far. June 26, 2026 ...

June 26, 2026 • Beth Orton. Chanel Beads. Cécile McLorin Salvant. Host Stephen Thompson chats with Ayana Contreras from KUVO in Denver about their favorite new albums out Friday, June 26. Plus, a ...

Steve Carell stars in HBO’s new comedy series Rooster, but what songs are on the soundtrack? Find the list below. Carell plays Greg Russo, a successful novelist, whose daughter Katie (Charly Clive) ...

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