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Vocalo’s own Ayana Contreras teamed up with NPR to talk about the very best album releases of this week. There’s something here for everyone. Listen to the full conversation on Spotify.

Grammy award-winning Cory Henry delves deep into his deepest musical heroes, favorite keyboards, what it’s like to be back on tour again and more.

Texas soul singer Leon Bridges discusses his latest album, Gold-Diggers Sound, the music that inspired it, the scent that instantly makes him nostalgic and more…

From the Stephen Colbert Show to Pixar’s Soul, Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and activist Jon Batiste uses music as a tool to change the world.

After making a name for himself as a guitar player, Michael Damani is setting off on his own with a conversation around our nation’s racial reckoning.

We spoke with Kahrion about finding the lighter energy of “Tadaa,” new tracks on the way, and becoming more comfortable with his own music process.

The Chicagoan speaks to us about the importance of “Buying Black,” advocating for real change, and learning to be patient with herself.

The New Zealand singer chats sticking to her Tongan roots, going global, and learning to be still.

On this day, Curtis Mayfield would have turned 78 years old, and we have made a playlist to celebrate his life, his music and his politically-conscious art.

On “Taken Away,” we see a relaxed, confident side to the iconic Detroit producer.