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Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of the Beatles' arrival on U.S. shores. There are countless books and TV and radio specials. Paul Ingles reports on one aspect of the original madness — the radio wars that erupted around the Beatles.

NPR's Tavis Smiley talks with Dan Kuramoto and his musical partner, June Kuramoto, about growing up Japanese in East Los Angeles. The Kuramotos' group, Hiroshima, has enjoyed a 30-year career in jazz. Their latest CD is called The Bridge.

Grammy-winning bluesman Keb' Mo' is known for his witty lyrics, and his new CD is no exception. The man once known only as Kevin Moore talks with NPR's Michele Kelemen about Keep It Simple.

Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews Jones' second album, Feels Like Home, on the jazz label Blue Note.

Opening for the first time in three years, the festival brings memories of 2006 when the annual celebration of music and culture went on after Hurricane Katrina.

The California band The Sinseers play a passionate and retro four-song set in this Tiny Desk (home) concert.

Charles and The Judds join two veteran recording musicians in the hall, including the first drummer to join the institution.

A new exhibit set to travel to several cities in the U.S., Canada and Latin America puts a spotlight on techno music, its roots and historical significance.

Girlpool's sound has gotten bigger and bigger over the years. The Los Angeles band's new album "Forgiveness" is a far cry from their debut.

The Cuban jazz legend says he likes to let his trumpet do the talking... sometimes in a whisper, sometimes making a "big noise like no one else."