The Ambitious Players In Reno’s Music Scene

Reno’s music scene boasts some ambitious players. Some of them spend a lot of their time on the road, playing for international names like Jack Johnson, Eddie Vedder, and Nahko and Medicine For the People. And when they’re not on tour, they’re busy making their own music — sometimes with renowned artists from outside Nevada. …

Station Breaks: The Best New Songs From NPR Music Stations

It’s the May edition of Station Breaks, our monthly list featuring a diverse selection of new music all hand-picked by NPR’s public radio music stations. Songs on this list are also available to stream on the NPR Slingshot Spotify playlist and the NPR Slingshot Apple Music playlist at the bottom of the page. Enjoy these new songs from emerging bands you might …

‘Social Cues’ by Cage The Elephant is the Garage Pop Album of the Summer

Grammy award-winning group Cage The Elephant released their latest album, “Social Cues” April 19. “Social Cues” is packed with emotional rock ‘n’ roll and coming-of-age sensations. Frontman Matt Schultz uses his latest album to address the turmoil in his life. After going through an unfortunate divorce and losing two friends to suicide, Schultz decided to …