Dec 22nd, 2009 · Our gift to you this year: 10 of NPR Music's favorite live recordings, all for free download. Keep the very best concerts we recorded across the country in 2009 — and, by "the country," we mean "Washington, D.C.; Newport, R.I.; New York City; Austin, Texas; and just across the room at Bob Boilen's desk."
Nov 14th, 2009 · Until earlier this month, Rhode Island was the only place in the country where prostitution was legal across an entire state. A new law has closed the loophole that legalized prostitution if it took place indoors, but it's also fueling concerns that victims of the sex trade are being put at even more risk.
Aug 24th, 2009 · The second full-length album from the Providence, R.I.-rooted band Deer Tick is called Born On Flag Day. Fresh Air rock critic Ken Tucker has a review.
Aug 9th, 2009 · One of the most diverse and intriguing lineups in recent memory is at the annual jazz festival in Newport, R.I. Saturday brought sets from the Dave Brubeck Quartet, The Bad Plus, Steven Bernstein's Millenial Territory Orchestra, the James Carter Organ Trio, and more.
Aug 8th, 2009 · One of the most diverse and intriguing lineups in recent memory is at the annual jazz festival in Newport, R.I. Saturday brought sets from Esperanza Spalding, Mos Def, Cedar Walton All-Stars, and more.
Jul 13th, 2009 · Download two free 12-song samplers of the artists covered by NPR Music at the annual folk and jazz festivals in Newport, R.I. NPR Music will offer live streaming, podcasts and full coverage of the legendary music event on Aug. 1, 2, 8 and 9.
Jul 12th, 2009 · Festival producer George Wein has booked one of the most intriguing lineups in recent memory, with living legends, top masters of today's mainstream and innovative new voices sharing the same stages. Listen live from Newport, R.I on Aug. 8-9.
Jul 10th, 2009 · The name may change, but the spirit remains as the legendary folk festival from Newport, R.I., enters its 50th year. Classic Newport alums celebrate the anniversary, including Pete Seeger, Joan Baez and Judy Collins. Newer bands like The Decemberists, The Low Anthem and The Avett Brothers will also perform. Hear the concerts live Aug. 1-2.