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The front man for the legendary Brazilian band stops by to discuss Os Mutantes and the protests that are rocking the South American giant.

Each week, NPR's Stephen Thompson brings us a new song to liven up our playlists. This week he brings us Welsh band Los Campesinos! and the band's new song, "What Death Leaves Behind."

NPR's Shereen Marisol Meraji spent time with Cuban trumpet virtuoso Arturo Sandoval, just days before he accepted his adopted country's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

South African musician Vusi Mahlasela's work was born out of the struggle against apartheid. His song "When You Come Back" was performed at Mandela's 1994 inauguration and was written to the political exiles who escaped South Africa. Mahlasela shares his memories with host Michel Martin.

Feisty Puerto Rican rap duo Calle 13 present the video for the politically charged song "Multi Viral", an unlikely collaboration with Julian Assange

The Welsh singer's set conveys loneliness and doubt with just two guitars and an inviting whisper.

Alt.Latino sits down with rapper Bocafloja and blogger Juan Data to discuss the many ways hip-hop has trickled into Latin America and its music scene.

The controversial Puerto Rican rap duo returns with its most introspective album to date — and guests including WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange.

The descendants of the coastal Brazilian city have a long, mixed history, making for quite the vibrant display and musical celebration. One style of music is even said to make the blood boil.

A strong woman, the French-Chilean rapper can simultaneously love, fight, ask and be happy — and make amazing music in the process. Inventive and searching, Vengo is an album worth savoring.