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The singer of Jay and the Americans was known as the voice in 1960s hits including "This Magic Moment" and "Come a Little Bit Closer."

Judges for NPR Music's Tiny Desk Contest watched thousands of videos, and here on Weekend Edition we're highlighting some of the standouts — this week: C.J. Johnson from Oh He Dead.

Instead, most of the laureates are receiving their awards in their home countries because the pandemic has disrupted the ceremonies yet again.

Virginia's Yasmin Williams is a captivating acoustic finger-style guitarist who incorporates cello bows and tap shoes into making her sound.

The first 2021 Contest entry comes from Minneapolis songwriter (and three-time entrant) Kahlen. If you've got big dreams of playing a Tiny Desk concert, we're accepting entries until June 7.

Shannon Hunt remembers mechanic Scott "Scooter" Stewart of Shiloh, Ill., whom she called her "bonus dad."

In Mexico, crowds gathered for a karaoke tribute to legendary singer José José, who died Saturday in Miami. His career spanned decades and his records sold in the millions.

Colvin released a covers album early in her career, which she says had a profound effect on her confidence as a songwriter. Twenty-one years later, she's trying it again.

Join Alt.Latino for a journey from Son Jarocho music's birthplace in Mexico all the way up to where it's planted roots in Los Angeles.

Veloso is consistently one of the most literate and beguiling forces in music. To see him in person is to see a sinuous, warm and joyous show in which his vocals are backed by a young and edgy band. His new album is titled Zii E Zie.