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In this installment of Heavy Rotation, we partner with KCRW to bring you an exclusive download from Laura Mvula's Morning Becomes Eclectic session, as well as music from the post-punk band Savages, Portland songwriter Nick Jaina, Baltimore rapper Ellis and funk guitarist Shuggie Otis.

NPR's A Martinez talks with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, a Democrat from Connecticut, about senators' efforts to address gun violence.

Video of a fight between the rapper and his sister-in-law surfaced this week, and many of us watched, pointed and laughed. But is it any of our business, really?

In a year when big albums from hip-hop stars dominated the charts and streaming services, a few fire projects undoubtedly flew under the radar.

Political wrangling stalls the new farm bill in Congress, with a proposed bill potentially increasing deficit spending by $33 billion. Amid a weakening farm economy, Amish farms in Lancaster County, PA, offer insights into surviving and thriving on a small scale.

Some of the most popular ideas in education aren't necessarily the best fixes.

The Blueprint 3 is the latest release by rapper Jay-Z; it's the second sequel to one of his best-known releases, 2001's The Blueprint. It's also Jay-Z's 11th solo album in 13 years, making him one of hip-hop's most prolific artists. Reviewer Oliver Wang suggests that, even this far into his career, the rapper is still finding ways to stay on top.

The Hopscotch Music Festival in Raleigh, N.C., has unbridled enthusiasm for its hometown artists. Download new music from the noisily catchy No Love, the brooding funkss, See Gulls, and more.

Concerns about impacts to ranching and tourism following federal budget cuts voiced by demonstrators at local events at Mesa Verde National Park and the Dolores Public Lands Office.

The 2021 Tiny Desk Contest closed on June 7; now, our judges are looking for a winner. Our favorite entries this week include songs for daydreaming about crushes and nursing old heartaches.