Picture an office desk in front of some junky, cluttered bookshelves. For the past 16 years, NPR’s hosted some of the world’s greatest musicians behind that desk. From discovery acts from every genre under the sun, to the biggest, most legendary names, it’s become a rite of passage for great artists to perform at the Desk with their unique, intimate performances.
Since April 17, 2025, Tiny Desk Concerts are now available on the radio! Think of Tiny Desk Radio like a music discovery engine and a VIP venue for your ears. It’s where you’ll hear Tiny Desk performances from some of the most iconic artists of our time -- from Hozier to Alicia Keys to Billie Eilish. Plus, you’ll hear new-to-you acts like Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso - they might just become your next favorite band. It’s intimate, unexpected, and larger than life — it’s Tiny Desk Radio, only from NPR Music.
Find more episodes of Tiny Desk Radio here: https://www.npr.org/series/g-s1-52030/tiny-desk-radio
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How do electronic music artists translate their bleeps and bloops at the Tiny Desk? These three musicians were up for the challenge. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
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We're still in summer mode, so we made y'all mixtape. In fact, NPR Music's Lars Gotrich coined a term that encapsulates the season's sounds and feels: roséwave. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
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We've got a trio of artists who were, or are, central to other bands. Host Robin Hilton presents them as solo acts. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
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With the buzz of the final in the air, we celebrate the beautiful game with music from countries that have won the World Cup in recent years. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
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Korean zithers, plumbing pipes, water glasses and singing saws — these are just some of the rare and unusual instruments you'll hear on this episode. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.
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Black Music Month honors the rich culture, foundation, and legacy of Black music. Look for Tiny Desk Radio on your local NPR station.