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R.E.M. played its first concert there in 1980 and still draws fans to its hometown. A visit to Athens can be like a pilgrimage of the band's music. -
Jason Isbell sings about his split from musician Amanda Shires on his latest album Foxes in the Snow. "What I was attempting to do is document a very specific time where I was going through a lot of changes," he says. -
This month, we're featuring Irish songwriter and recent hitmaker Hozier. On Tuesday, April 8, we'll have music from Hozier every hour from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Then, at 7 p.m., Gretchen Unico will take a deeper dive into his music with an hourlong special. -
In a volatile music industry, some musicians are gravitating towards OnlyFans, a social media platform that has garnered a reputation for hosting sexual content. -
World music, Pittsburgh bands and brass ensembles return to Schenley Park’s Vietnam Veterans Pavilion on May 9-10 for a free festival. This year’s lineup includes members of Mdou Moctar, the Detroit Party Marching Band and Lemon Bucket Orchestra. -
Indie rock trio Haim is back with a dance-ready, bass heavy track; Texas musicians Chaparelle showcase a new playful song, “Inside the Lines;” and Lord Huron wonders what’s possible in life with “Nothing I Need” — here’s what new on rotation on WYEP this week. -
Love is hard and Pittsburgh artist Halloway has been through it. Halloway’s new album, “Rhapsody” reads like a novel with each song pushing the tragic tale further while reminding us to love well and love gently. -
Even as the songs on Forever Is a Feeling chronicle a love that's come to fruition in public, Dacus still creates a particular kind of safe space for the fans who delight in swooning with her. -
The National lead singer, Matt Berninger is back with a new song filled with lush guitars and a bittersweet message; Sammy Rae & The Friends tell the story of Doug, a office guy who's secretly a disco dance legend; and Nigerian-born artist Uwade releases a new track with light grooves and a soulful vibe — here's what's new in rotation on WYEP this week.
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My Politic is an indie-folk duo who specialize in telling stories through their songs. Their newest release “Signs of Life” is a reminder to stay curious, connected, and engaged with the world especially in these difficult and uncertain times. -
Brittany Howard is a singular talent. If you witnessed her performance of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now” at the Kennedy Center Honors in 2021, you’re aware of her ability to not just sing any variety of genres, but to also turn hearts inside out. -
Check out a new song by Michael Franti about how to deal with what's happening in the world, or listen to Suzanne Vega's "Speakers' Corner" about struggling and survival — here's what's new on rotation on WYEP this week.
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