NPR Music Tiny Desk Concerts

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122 Episodes

  • Sunny Jain's Wild Wild East
    E1
    Sunny Jain's Wild Wild EastSunny Jain's music promotes the idea of not just crossing boundaries but obliterating them all together.
  • Kevin Kaarl
    E2
    Kevin KaarlThe Chihuahuan artist transfigures traditional Sinaloan instrumentation into folky new styles.
  • The Good Ones
    E3
    The Good OnesThe Rwandan group's determination to spread its musical message is an inspiration.
  • yMusic
    E4
    yMusicThe band's unique sound, driven by its peculiar blend of trumpet, winds and strings, seems like a compelling soundtrack for an age when music genres are becoming increasingly arbitrary.
  • The Japanese House
    E5
    The Japanese HouseThe U.K. singer-songwriter recasts four of her electro-pop songs in fresh arrangements.
  • Hania Rani
    E6
    Hania RaniThe Polish pianist and composer blurs the lines of ambient, classical and house in this performance.
  • BLK ODYSSY
    E7
    BLK ODYSSYAn 18-minute flex that proves the artist is the modern personification of funk.
  • Thee Sacred Souls
    E8
    Thee Sacred SoulsThe San Diego-based trio made its mark at the Tiny Desk with satin vocals and vintage melodies.
  • Katie Von Schleicher
    E9
    Katie Von SchleicherWith an eight-piece band, the singer-songwriter brings her wry charm to the Tiny Desk.
  • Timo Andres
    E10
    Timo AndresTo mark Philip Glass' 87th birthday, the astute pianist Timo Andres stops by to play a contrasting pair of the composer's popular etudes.
  • Joshua Redman
    E11
    Joshua RedmanJoshua Redman illustrates why he is one of today's best saxophonists.
  • Carrtoons
    E12
    CarrtoonsBen Carr, who performs as Carrtoons, keeps the producer-led Tiny Desk tradition alive in this set.
  • Berhana
    E13
    BerhanaThe Atlanta singer pays homage to his roots with Ethiopian jazz pianist Kibrom Birhane and members of the Ethio Cali band.
  • Tinashe
    E14
    TinasheTinashe's Tiny Desk performance proves her artistry has never been one-dimensional.
  • Cinder Well
    E15
    Cinder WellThe California-raised, Ireland-based songwriter performs a set of folk songs that wind around the passage of time.
  • Irreversible Entanglements
    E16
    Irreversible EntanglementsThe free jazz band with a punk ethos runs through six songs without breaks.
  • Jeezy
    E17
    JeezyThe Atlanta superstar focuses on the early chapters of his career in his Tiny Desk.
  • Kelela
    E18
    KelelaThe artist brings a distinctive, creative vision to her Tiny Desk performance.
  • Butcher Brown
    E19
    Butcher BrownThe Richmond, Va. band brings its signature hot and funky "solar music" to the Desk.
  • Wednesday
    E20
    Wednesday"I learned how to play guitar watching Tiny Desk concerts," lead singer Karly Hartzman says. The Asheville rock band translates its noisy, country-influenced sound to a quieter setting.
  • Squirrel Flower
    E21
    Squirrel FlowerThe Chicago-based indie rocker plays stripped back versions of her thundering rock songs.
  • 311
    E22
    311What better way to spend March 11 than with 311 bringing love and nostalgia to the Tiny Desk.
  • Jennifer Koh and Missy Mazzoli
    E23
    Jennifer Koh and Missy MazzoliTwo adventurous musicians trace the history of their fruitful collaboration in a set of pieces both ferocious and beautiful.
  • Justin Timberlake
    E24
    Justin TimberlakeThe artist, who just dropped his new album Everything I Thought It Was, comes to the Tiny Desk with a set that leans heavily on his early solo catalog.
  • Chappell Roan
    E25
    Chappell RoanThe utterly commanding artist takes the Tiny Desk stage with a magnetic performance and a towering wig.
  • Soul Glo
    E26
    Soul GloFor the first time, a hardcore punk band graces the Tiny Desk — and ignites a mosh pit in the office.
  • Big Sean
    E27
    Big SeanThe respected lyricist and hip-hop hitmaker comes to the Desk for one of the longest set lists in Tiny Desk history.
  • Víkingur Ólafsson
    E28
    Víkingur ÓlafssonThe thoughtful pianist from Iceland plays a set of gentle pieces — from Bach to Bartók — evoking nostalgic memories of his childhood.
  • Thandiswa Mazwai x globalFEST 2024
    E29
    Thandiswa Mazwai x globalFEST 2024One of post-apartheid South Africa's most influential musicians comes to the Tiny Desk.
  • Tarta Relena x globalFEST 2024
    E30
    Tarta Relena x globalFEST 2024The Spanish duo's timeless, poetic songs evoke images of lyricists and vocalists from centuries past.
  • El Laberinto del Coco x globalFEST 2024
    E31
    El Laberinto del Coco x globalFEST 2024A five-song set from a genre-bending collective built around the folklore and rhythmic styles of bomba.
  • Linda May Han Oh
    E32
    Linda May Han OhIn this Tiny Desk, Oh presents a mix of cuts from her 2023 release, The Glass Hours, and new works.
  • Yaya Bey
    E33
    Yaya BeyThe New York-bred singer-songwriter creates a sense of closeness with her audience in this soul-stirring set.
  • Fujii Kaze
    E34
    Fujii KazeNPR unveils the very first performance for Tiny Desk Concerts JAPAN, featuring talented Japanese singer and pianist Fujii Kaze.
  • Sleater-Kinney
    E35
    Sleater-KinneyAt the Desk, Sleater-Kinney was all business — as wiry and vital as ever.
  • Hauschka
    E36
    HauschkaIt's hard to spot everything Hauschka deployed for this mostly improvised set, from pink putty to strings stuffed with tin foil.
  • Lise Davidsen
    E37
    Lise DavidsenThe Norwegian soprano, with plenty of horsepower, unleashes a high C, and much subtle singing, in a thrilling set.
  • Hot Chip
    E38
    Hot ChipThe electro-pop group performs some of its enduring classics at the Tiny Desk.
  • Ne-Yo
    E39
    Ne-YoForever the showman, the R&B star and songwriter brings some of his biggest hits to the Tiny Desk.
  • Tiny Desk Premiere: Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives
    E40
    Tiny Desk Premiere: Marty Stuart and His Fabulous SuperlativesThe country and bluegrass music legend performs an excellent set with a finale fit for church.
  • WILLOW
    E41
    WILLOWThe artist plays new songs from her forthcoming album, empathogen, as well as throwback hits at the Tiny Desk.
  • Otoboke Beaver
    E42
    Otoboke BeaverThe outrageously fun Japanese punk band speeds and screams through its catalog.
  • Kiefer
    E43
    KieferWith decades clocked behind the piano and a strong catalog, Kiefer Shackelford is primed for this moment.
  • Yasser Tejeda
    E44
    Yasser TejedaThe gifted guitarist combines traditional Dominican music with jazz and rock in his performance.
  • Luciana Souza
    E45
    Luciana SouzaThe Brazilian jazz singer and Trio Corrente perform selections from their Grammy-nominated album Cometa.
  • Gary Bartz
    E46
    Gary BartzThe 83-year-old NEA Jazz Master turns the Tiny Desk into a place of musical worship.
  • Tiny Desk Premiere: Ana Tijoux
    E47
    Tiny Desk Premiere: Ana TijouxAt the Tiny Desk, the French-born Chilean rapper features tracks from across her catalog rich with cultural commentary and political critique.
  • The Staves
    E48
    The StavesThe Tiny Desk setting perfectly illuminates the power of The Staves' sisterly harmonies.
  • Bob James
    E49
    Bob JamesThe jazz pianist performs a decades-spanning set, including a new, improvised version of "Nautilus" with DJ Jazzy Jeff and Talib Kweli.
  • Nelly Furtado
    E50
    Nelly FurtadoNelly Furtado's Tiny Desk performance felt like a victory lap — a greatest-hits reel and a homecoming all at once.
  • The Philharmonik
    E51
    The PhilharmonikThe 2024 Tiny Desk Contest winner — the multi-genre artist The Philharmonik — performs a celebratory set.
  • Sean Paul
    E52
    Sean PaulThe Jamaican superstar Sean Paul’s Tiny Desk set is all gas and no breaks.
  • Tems
    E53
    TemsThe Nigerian singer-songwriter performs standout songs from her forthcoming album, Born in the Wild.
  • Lakecia Benjamin
    E54
    Lakecia BenjaminThe alto saxophonist burst into her Tiny Desk Concert like a meteor breaching the atmosphere.
  • Tierra Whack
    E55
    Tierra WhackThe Philly rapper gave playful, grade school shenanigans in her Tiny Desk featuring a surprise guest.
  • Chaka Khan
    E56
    Chaka KhanThe “Queen of Funk” graces the Tiny Desk with a set list to groove to.
  • Kierra Sheard
    E57
    Kierra SheardThe Gospel singer brings her faith to the Tiny Desk with a stirring medley of her greatest hits.
  • Meshell Ndgeocello
    E58
    Meshell NdgeocelloThe Grammy-winning artist brings powerful cuts from her forthcoming album, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, as well as fan favorites, to this performance.
  • Brittney Spencer
    E59
    Brittney SpencerThe boundary-pushing singer-songwriter brings her country sensibility to the Tiny Desk.
  • Flo Milli
    E60
    Flo MilliThe Tiny Desk has humbled many artists, but Flo Milli strutted into NPR HQ for this set with the unwavering confidence of an OG.
  • SWV
    E61
    SWVWe conclude 2024’s Black Music Month celebration at the Tiny Desk with the catalyst for the all-female lineup.
  • Tiny Desk Premiere: Silvia Pérez Cruz
    E62
    Tiny Desk Premiere: Silvia Pérez CruzThe Spanish singer performs her brilliantly distinct songs at the Tiny Desk.
  • Laura Jane Grace & the Mississippi Medicals
    E63
    Laura Jane Grace & the Mississippi MedicalsThe artist crams more than two decades of music, from solo material to Against Me! cuts, into her performance.
  • María José Llergo
    E64
    María José LlergoLlergo's performance brings the spirit of a Spanish music scene built on tradition but exploding with new energy to the Tiny Desk.
  • Julius Rodriguez
    E65
    Julius RodriguezThe New York-bred and Los Angeles- based pianist and multi-instrumentalist has been regarded as a young master in the jazz world.
  • The Wiz
    E66
    The WizThe cast of the newest Broadway revival turns NPR headquarters into Emerald City.
  • Nathy Peluso
    E67
    Nathy PelusoThe Spanish artist brought all of her genre-bending, vocal powerhouse energy to her Tiny Desk concert.
  • Phish
    E68
    PhishThe beloved jam band plays a handful of classics and new tracks at the Desk.
  • Álvaro Díaz
    E69
    Álvaro DíazThe Puerto Rican rapper brought a relaxed energy and community feel to his performance.
  • Norah Jones
    E70
    Norah JonesThe singer-songwriter makes her long-awaited appearance at the Tiny Desk with a collection of light, breezy tracks.
  • Feist
    E71
    FeistThe singer-songwriter showcases new and old material in her long-awaited Tiny Desk debut.
  • Ryan Leslie
    E72
    Ryan LeslieThe singer-songwriter and entrepreneur adapts his big, synth-heavy sound for his performance.
  • Tiny Desk Premiere: Shae Universe
    E73
    Tiny Desk Premiere: Shae UniverseShae Universe takes us on a journey of love in all its forms in this concert: lust, romance and self-love.
  • Kehlani
    E74
    KehlaniKehlani’s Tiny Desk invites viewers on a ride through several of their biggest hits.
  • The LOX
    E75
    The LOXAfter 30 years in the game, the rap trio brings a fresh, new sound to the Desk.
  • Alana Springsteen
    E76
    Alana SpringsteenSpringsteen showed up ready to make it count, with a carefully arranged set list and an incredible band.
  • Milton Nascimento & esperanza spalding (Home) Concert
    E77
    Milton Nascimento & esperanza spalding (Home) ConcertThe musical icons perform new songs from their forthcoming album, Milton + esperanza, in a rare video performance.
  • Devo
    E78
    DevoThe group brings its playfully subversive style to the Tiny Desk.
  • Chucho Valdés
    E79
    Chucho ValdésThe Cuban pianist brings his legendary blend of jazz, classical and Cuban tradition.
  • Sierra Ferrell
    E80
    Sierra FerrellSierra Ferrell is the May Queen of American roots music — no matter what month it is.
  • Keyon Harrold
    E81
    Keyon HarroldThe artist brings his musical family together across jazz, R&B and hip-hop to the Tiny Desk.
  • Katy Kirby
    E82
    Katy KirbyThe singer-songwriter’s clear voice and distinctive lyrical imagery shine in this dynamic performance.
  • Maxwell
    E83
    MaxwellThe soul singer seduces the Tiny Desk audience with his tender songs of love and heartbreak.
  • Lainey Wilson
    E84
    Lainey WilsonThe whole deeply charming set announced Wilson as a star with staying power.
  • Pygmy Lush
    E85
    Pygmy LushThis Tiny Desk is the atmospheric folk band’s first live performance in seven years.
  • Mdou Moctar
    E86
    Mdou MoctarThere’s a righteous fury to Mdou Moctar’s music, but also a reminder the good fight is always worth fighting.
  • Remi Wolf
    E87
    Remi WolfRemi Wolf may be a superhero who isn’t entirely aware of her powers.
  • Juanes
    E88
    JuanesThe Colombian superstar brought his intensely personal songs, which didn’t lose their power of speaking to heart.
  • Danny Ocean
    E89
    Danny OceanThe Venezuelan artist’s performance reflects his ability to make universal music about love without losing sight of larger human struggles.
  • Daniel, Me Estás Matando
    E90
    Daniel, Me Estás MatandoThe Mexican band brings its signature “Boleroglam” to the Tiny Desk.
  • OKAN
    E91
    OKANThe group’s Afro-Cuban sounds honor tradition while stretching the boundaries of how it's expressed.
  • Ivan Cornejo
    E92
    Ivan CornejoWhether in a stadium of 75,000 or behind a desk in an office building, Ivan Cornejo sings two notes and the heart quiets.
  • Fabiola Méndez
    E93
    Fabiola MéndezThe Puerto Rican artist brings joy to the Tiny Desk with her signature cuatro.
  • Rita Payés
    E94
    Rita PayésThe artist performs a variety of Spanish jazz that’s contemporary and nimble in its delivery, yet leans heavily on tradition.
  • Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso
    E95
    Ca7riel & Paco AmorosoArgentina is a country notorious for unabashed expression and Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso take nothing for granted when it comes to showing up as they are.
  • Eladio Carrión
    E96
    Eladio CarriónThe Kansas-born, Puerto Rico-raised artist blends English language hip-hop and Latin trap seamlessly in this performance.
  • The Marías
    E97
    The MaríasThe indie band brings its authenticity and bedroom pop style to the Tiny Desk’s slightly bigger space.
  • Sheila E.
    E98
    Sheila E.One of the world’s most recognized drummers glides easily from genre to genre in this performance.
  • John Holiday
    E99
    John HolidayThe countertenor’s sparkling personality shines brightly in a wide ranging set that includes jazz, classical and spirituals.
  • Audrey Nuna
    E100
    Audrey NunaThe artist’s setlist perfectly encapsulates how much musical ground she’s able to cover.
  • Kamasi Washington
    E101
    Kamasi WashingtonThe Grammy-nominated saxophonist brought the house down with his reflective, danceable ballads.
  • The Baylor Project
    E102
    The Baylor ProjectThe musical and life partners’ playfulness and love for each other is on full display in this performance.
  • Dua Lipa
    E103
    Dua LipaThe pop superstar finally graced the actual Tiny Desk with joyous music, at a time when we could all use it.
  • Sylo
    E104
    SyloThe Toronto-based R&B artist’s voice is light and airy, but cozy. In reimaginations of his songs, Sylo reflects his quick growth as an artist.
  • Chelsea Wolfe
    E105
    Chelsea WolfeWolfe strips down her colossal sound to its barest, most intimate elements, revealing the profound beauty within.
  • Sheer Mag
    E106
    Sheer MagThe Philly band, a force for good in rock and roll, runs through a career-spanning set with a little help from some bagpipes.
  • LaRussell
    E107
    LaRussellThe Vallejo, Calif., rapper brings his famous backyard vibes to the Tiny Desk.
  • Elmiene
    E108
    ElmieneThe British singer-songwriter performs his charismatic, '90s R&B-inspired love songs.
  • Yunchan Lim
    E109
    Yunchan LimThe youngest ever winner of the Van Cliburn Piano Competition makes our trusty upright piano sound like a 9-foot grand in music by Liszt and Tchaikovsky.
  • Durand Jones
    E110
    Durand JonesThe artist sings fervently of hope, joy and perseverance backed by a group of impressive gospel singers.
  • The Magnetic Fields
    E111
    The Magnetic FieldsThe band performs more than half a dozen songs across the beloved 69 Love Songs.
  • Wyatt Flores
    E112
    Wyatt FloresThe young country artist solidifies himself as a rising star in this captivating performance.
  • Teedra Moses
    E113
    Teedra MosesThe artist celebrates the 20th anniversary of her landmark debut album Complex Simplicity.
  • TV On The Radio
    E114
    TV On The RadioCelebrating the 20th anniversary of Desperate Youth, Bloodthirsty Babes, the band plays a breathtaking and career-spanning set.
  • Rosie Tucker
    E115
    Rosie TuckerThe indie rocker brings their catchy songs full of big ideas to the Tiny Desk.
  • Old Crow Medicine Show
    E116
    Old Crow Medicine ShowThe band performs its revved-up take on roots music at the Tiny Desk.
  • Doechii
    E117
    DoechiiThe Grammy-nominated rapper moved throughout her Tiny Desk with purpose — knowing exactly what she wanted and how to achieve it.
  • Stereophonic
    E118
    Stereophonic
  • Billie Eilish
    E119
    Billie Eilish
  • Waxahatchee
    E120
    Waxahatchee
  • Yo Gabba GabbaLand!
    E121
    Yo Gabba GabbaLand!
  • Sabrina Carpenter
    E122
    Sabrina Carpenter

 

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