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Floetry made its way "from London's SE5 to Philly's west side just to bring the vibe" to the Tiny Desk. And, let's be real, the vibe was immaculate.

The tight and powerful group breathes fire into a Grateful Dead classic and smolders on a Hank Williams song.

From Trinidad and Tobago, soca group KestheBand brings the island to the Tiny Desk — smiles, waving flags, whining and all.

In an interview with NPR's Michel Martin, singer-songwriter Raye talks about her journey to the top of the charts, what is important to her as an artist and her new album, This Music May Contain Hope.

Singer and actress Brandy speaks with NPR's A Martinez about her memoir, Phases, which charts her journey to stardom from singing in church in rural Mississippi to the bright lights of Hollywood.

The Grammy-winning singer describes herself as a "53-year-old woman who is maneuvering her career the way she wants to, how she wants to." Scott's new album is To Whom This May Concern.

The R&B singer tells the (sometimes very messy) story of a love pursued, featuring a fantastic band and a guest spot from trumpeter Keyon Harrold.

On new albums by viral sensation Yebba and studio whiz Pimmie, it's clear modern R&B has been clearing space for vastly different stripes of singer-songwriter.

The singer-songwriter and producer has had one of the more distinguished and multifaceted careers in modern music. He talks about following an unconventional path from Tony! Toni! Toné! to Sinners.

Featuring sultry standouts and heartbreak bops, plus some unreleased tracks, the British girl group doubles down on sisterhood and powerful vocals at the Desk.