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A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Robert Hunter on the Roots of the Grateful Dead

South African pianist and composer Abdullah Ibrahim grew up in Cape Town, but spent much of his life in exile. Inspired by Duke Ellington, Ibrahim's sound became more deeply rooted in Africa.

The Belgian girls choir had its breakout moment in the U.S. last year when its cover of Radiohead's "Creep" appeared in the trailer for The Social Network. The group's two leaders discuss shifting their focus from classical to rock.

Alan Cheuse reviews two historical novels, both with protagonists immersed in sewing and slavery: Breena Clarke's Stand the Storm and Frances de Pontes Peebles' The Seamstress.

The TV show American Idol has lost two of its judges in two days. Both Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler have announced they're leaving the show.

The singer-guitarist's music has been classified as truck-driving music, but it draws from a variety of genres: rock 'n' roll, Americana, country and rockabilly. On his latest album, Kirchen is joined by friends and former collaborators, including Commander Cody, Maria Muldaur and Elvis Costello.

Dedicated and curious music fans are regularly finding new chapters in rock history from around the globe. Critic Milo Miles reviews one recent collection, a series of anthologies focusing on the lively story of vintage pop in Panama.

In the western New York city, people banded together in the aftermath of a devastating storm. A lot of people are helping others by shoveling or providing food.

Rita Lee, the Brazilian singer, musician and composer, has died at 75.