Season 2023
128 episodes · Jan 3, 2023
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S16E1The Smile
Jan 3, 202315mThe band creates a surreal atmosphere at the Tiny Desk, reimagining the sonically adventurous sounds of A Light for Attracting Attention.
S16E2Jake Blount
Jan 6, 202320mThe young proponent of traditional music brought a talented band, his astonishing imagination and a selection of what he calls "Black folk music from the future" to the Tiny Desk.
S16E3dodie
Jan 10, 202316mThe English singer-songwriter and her band give a cathartic, playful performance at the Tiny Desk.
S16E4Marc-André Hamelin
Jan 12, 202319mWatch the pianist, who's been called "a performer of near-superhuman prowess," play a smart set that spans six centuries.
S16E5Soccer Mommy
Jan 18, 202320mSophie Allison and crew finally, after a three-year delay, make their Tiny Desk debut in a lovingly performed set.
S16E6Dakh Daughters: Tiny Desk Meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 24, 202314mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E7Khadija El Warzazia's Bnat el Houariyat & Esraa Warda: Tiny Desk Meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 24, 202317mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E8Cui Jian: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 24, 202319mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E9Septeto Santiaguero: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 25, 202314mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E10Bia Ferreira: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 25, 202319mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E11Moonlight Benjamin: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 25, 202316mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E12Taraf de Caliu: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 26, 202311mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E13Noura Mint Seymali: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 26, 202317mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E14Justin Adams & Mauro Durante: Tiny Desk meets globalFEST 2023
Jan 26, 202315mFor the third year, Tiny Desk concerts team up with globalFEST for a thrilling online music festival — Tiny Desk meets globalFEST.
S16E15Hermanos Gutiérrez
Jan 31, 202317mThe brothers' Tiny Desk performance is the perfect, slow-burning introduction to their music.
S16E16Lady Wray
Feb 1, 202321mNPR Music's Tiny Desk series kicks off a celebration of Black History Month with this stunning performance from Lady Wray.
S16E17Indigo Girls
Feb 7, 202323mAmy Ray and Emily Saliers have been offering life lessons to their fervent fans for nearly four decades; here, they play a set of stone-cold classics, including "Closer to Fine."
S16E18Lee Fields
Feb 10, 202323mNPR Music's Tiny Desk series continues a celebration of Black History Month with this set from Lee Fields.
S16E19Kenny Beats
Feb 13, 202311mOne of the most sought after producers in music brings a trio of familiar voices to the Tiny Desk.
S16E20Fousheé
Feb 15, 202317mBritanny Fousheé is not an artist who can be boxed in. In her Tiny Desk set, she flexes her eclectic artistry and vocal — and emotional — range.
S16E21Theo Croker
Feb 17, 202318mThe trumpeter brings his unmistakably chill attitude and determination to expand the sound of jazz to this stripped-down Tiny Desk set.
S16E22Tamela Mann
Feb 20, 202321mIt's impossible to tell the history of Black people in America without the gospel, and Tamela Mann represented at NPR headquarters.
S16E23Ab-Soul
Feb 23, 202320mAb-Soul's career is a prime example of how rap has grown over the past 50 years. For his Tiny Desk set, he hand-picked a live band and gave a display of raw honesty and next-level lyricism.
S16E24Charley Crockett
Feb 24, 202317mIn his vintage Stetson, the Texas troubadour performed a set of songs that find new meaning in familiar country, folk and blues forms.
S16E25Omah Lay
Feb 28, 202318mThe singer and songwriter made a special trip from Nigeria to the Tiny Desk for a performance of his Afro-fusion hits.
S16E26Antonio Sánchez & Bad Hombre
Mar 2, 202326mSánchez observes the world with a drummer's sensibilities. Here, he and his pals in Bad Hombre explore the rhythm of language in a set of tracks from Sánchez's latest album.
S16E27Jorge Glem and Sam Reider
Mar 6, 202319mTwo musical cultures come together to create something that didn't exist before in this Tiny Desk performance.
S16E28Mama's Broke
Mar 8, 202317mThe duo performs a set of dark yet hopeful songs filled with haunting harmonies and unique rhythms.
S16E29Selina Moon
Mar 9, 202316mThe singer-songwriter has impressed us with her Tiny Desk Contest entries over the last few years; at the Desk, she brought confidence, a sense of belonging and a brilliant set of songs.
S16E30Andrew Combs
Mar 15, 202316mWatch the restless singer-songwriter in a set of penetrating new tunes, capped with a breathtaking love song.
S16E31Bono and The Edge
Mar 17, 202321mIt's hard to overstate the kindness and good-natured humor the U2 singer and guitarist brought to this set, where they performed reimagined songs from All That You Can't Leave Behind.
S16E32Tye Tribbett
Mar 20, 202319mTye Tribbett brings his high energy praise music to the Tiny Desk in a set of six inspiring songs.
S16E33Ingrid Andress
Mar 22, 202316mAndress writes songs that have a way of digging up clear-headed truths; here, she performs three tracks from across her catalog.
S16E34The Bad Ends (Home) Concert
Mar 24, 202318mThis magical, four-song set is an Athens, Ga., insider's dream.
S16E35The Beths
Mar 28, 202322mThe New Zealand band writes sparkling indie pop underpinned by empathy. At the Tiny Desk, you can hear that support and camaraderie in the band's stripped-down arrangements and dry banter.
S16E36Durand Bernarr
Mar 31, 202322mBefore his eclectic, high-energy performance, the singer and showman told the Tiny Desk team: "I'm not meant to be understood; I'm meant to be experienced."
S16E37Kassa Overall
Apr 5, 202321mThe drummer, singer and producer gives a virtuosic display of musicianship, lyricism and artistic innovation at the Tiny Desk.
S16E38Trina
Apr 7, 202315mThe rap icon treated fans to an epic set featuring the best of her sprawling discography.
S16E39Fred again..
Apr 10, 202327mThe electronic producer and songwriter moves seamlessly in this jam-packed Tiny Desk.
S16E40RAYE
Apr 12, 202321mA long time coming, the South London-bred singer-songwriter performs at the Desk with the confidence of a veteran vocal powerhouse.
S16E41Claudia Acuña
Apr 17, 202317mThe Chilean jazz vocalist makes a lasting impression at the Tiny Desk.
S16E42Lara Downes
Apr 21, 202319mWith a piano draped in spring flowers, Lara Downes plays a smart set of music, new and old, that offers the power of renewal.
S16E43Bill Orcutt Guitar Quartet
Apr 26, 202312mWith a who's who of forward-thinking guitarists, Bill Orcutt brings his ecstatic minimalism to the Tiny Desk.
S16E44Cuco
Apr 28, 202316mSlow-rolling through four tracks, Cuco seamlessly blends the soul of chicano ballads and the smooth energy of soft rock.
S16E45Kenny Garrett and Sounds From The Ancestors
May 2, 202317mThe distinguished saxophonist pushes the boundaries of modern jazz in his expressive Tiny Desk performance.
S16E46caroline
May 3, 202325mThe minimalist English octet stresses a communal spirit in its Tiny Desk performance.
S16E47Sid Siriam
May 10, 202324mThe India-born, California-raised musician melds Carnatic music, R&B and soul in his Tiny Desk set.
S16E48Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, and Shahzad Ismaily
May 12, 202317mIn its Tiny Desk performance, the trio makes music strictly for the moment — creating a shared language in real time.
S16E49Karol G
May 15, 202317mThe Colombian singer and global superstar shines brighter than ever in this surprising Tiny Desk performance from last May.
S16E50Lewis Capaldi
May 17, 202319mIf you didn't know anything about Capaldi before this Tiny Desk, the self-deprecating humor mixed in between gut-wrenching ballads will quickly catch you up to speed.
S16E51Kimberley Akimbo
May 19, 202321mThe Broadway cast, band and composer assemble behind the Tiny Desk to share four songs from the touching new musical, which is nominated for eight Tony Awards.
S16E52Anna Tivel
May 22, 202321mIn her Tiny Desk, Tivel's empathy elevates her folk-based, jazz-touched compositions from mere stories to secular prayers.
S16E53Jay Park (Home) Concert
May 26, 202317mThe singer and rapper displays the subtle breadth of his music in this Tiny Desk (home) concert.
S16E54Little Moon: 2023 Tiny Desk Contest Winner
May 30, 202318m2023's Tiny Desk Contest unique, winning band performs a range of emotional and creative songs.
S16E55NIKI
May 31, 202319mThe Indonesian artist Nicole Zefanya brings a tiny toy piano and sleek songs to this Tiny Desk debut.
S16E56Unknown Mortal Orchestra
Jun 2, 202317mThe band's Tiny Desk performance featured songs that leaned right into its incalculability.
S16E57Charlie Wilson
Jun 5, 202330mThe old-school funk and R&B artist tells a tale of "two Charlies" in his Tiny Desk performance.
S16E58Babyface
Jun 9, 202330mThe singer, songwriter and producer brought his timeless love songs to the Tiny Desk.
S16E59Tank
Jun 14, 202318mThe veteran R&B scholar turns NPR's modest venue into "the big, nasty Desk" in his performance.
S16E60Adam Blackstone
Jun 16, 202325mThe producer, songwriter and musical director to the stars performed a multi-genre celebration of Black music.
S16E61Ambré
Jun 20, 202318mEverything in this Tiny Desk performance is unapologetically New Orleans.
S16E62Amaarae
Jun 22, 202322mThe artist's Tiny Desk proves how far the sounds of West Africa have influenced the U.S. and, more implicitly, just how much the music defies catch-all labels like 'Afrobeats.'
S16E63MUNA
Jun 23, 202316mAt the Tiny Desk, the pop trio preached the importance of joyful revolution.
S16E64Wild Up
Jun 26, 202317mThe 14-piece Los Angeles-based ensemble's performance of music by Julius Eastman is nothing less than an exuberant house party unto itself.
S16E65Brandee Younger
Jun 28, 202320mIn her stunning Tiny Desk, the artist demonstrates her ability to showcase all sides of the harp, from an instrument in classical music to contemporary pop.
S16E66Juvenile
Jun 30, 202328mThe viral tweets were real — it's finally here: one of the most rambunctious experiences at the Tiny Desk.
S16E67Omar Sosa & Seckou Keita, SUBA Trio
Jul 5, 202322mWith members hailing from Cuba, Senegal and Venezuela, this Tiny Desk is a truly international musical experience.
S16E68Meridian Brothers
Jul 7, 202318mThe eccentric, fictional salsa band pulls the Tiny Desk audience into the realm of the imaginary.
S16E69Lisa O'Neill
Jul 11, 202321mThe Irish singer brings a plaintive, pensive atmosphere to the Tiny Desk.
S16E70MARO
Jul 13, 202319mThe Portuguese guitarist brings listeners into her journey of heartbreak.
S16E71Alice Sara Ott
Jul 14, 202318mThe widely acclaimed pianist serves up nearly 200-year-old music by Chopin mixed with a contemporary work that looks back in time.
S16E72GWAR
Jul 17, 202320mFor nearly four decades, the band has terrorized planet Earth with its raucous stage shows, raunchy metal songs and grotesque satire. GWAR finally came to destroy the Tiny Desk, once and for all.
S16E73Sparks
Jul 18, 202317mThe duo bring their twisted musical sense of humor, honed for over 50 years, to the Tiny Desk.
S16E74Cypress Hill
Jul 20, 202330mThe pioneering hip-hop group rolled into NPR headquarters with a horn section to play five funky tracks.
S16E75Kany Garcia
Jul 24, 202317mThe Puerto Rican vocalist brings her distinctive songs of desire and longing to the Tiny Desk.
S16E76Peter One
Jul 27, 202316mShifting from English to French to Guro, Peter One brings his passion-filled songs about his storied past to the Tiny Desk.
S16E77Obongjayar
Aug 2, 202319mThe Nigerian-born, London-based artist gave us everything at his Tiny Desk.
S16E78Gregorio Uribe
Aug 4, 202319mIn the hands of Colombian musician, the accordion is both a melodic and rhythmic wonder.
S16E79Action Bronson
Aug 8, 202328mThe artist, whose world encompasses rap, clothing, fitness, food and more, performs funky, reinterpreted highlights from his discography in his Tiny Desk.
S16E80Little Dragon
Aug 11, 202315mThe boundary-pushing dance pop group delivers a performance awash in upbeat and optimistic melody.
S16E81Post Malone
Aug 15, 202318mOne of the world's biggest stars performs a few of the world's biggest songs at the Tiny Desk.
S16E82Omar Montes
Aug 17, 202315mThe Spanish artist dances along the border of tradition and modernity in his Tiny Desk performance.
S16E83Sarah Cahill
Aug 18, 202320mThe intrepid champion of new music turns her attention to female composers, offering a sampler of works by women across four centuries, including a favorite of Louis XIV and an Ethiopian nun.
S16E84Yahritza y Su Esencia
Aug 24, 202318mThe family trio belt out songs of lost love and longing in their Tiny Desk performance.
S16E85Christian McBride's New Jawn
Aug 30, 202320mThis unpredictable, funky set showcases the distinctive creative interplay between each player's personality.
S16E86Speedy Ortiz
Aug 31, 202317mThe clever rock band delivers a performance 10 years in the making.
S16E87Chlöe
Sep 5, 202319mIn her Tiny Desk performance, the singer filled the room with a stunning vocal performance, her positive spirit and light radiating throughout the entire room.
S16E88Anne Akiko Meyers
Sep 7, 202319mThe thoughtful violinist makes a set of contemplative music, including a piece by Philip Glass, sing sweetly on her $16 million instrument.
S16E89Hiromi
Sep 8, 202323mThe Japanese composer delivers a highly energetic and joyful Tiny Desk set.
S16E90Indigo De Souza
Sep 13, 202323mThe singer-songwriter's vocals soar in this beautifully simple Tiny Desk performance.
S16E91Tiny Desk Korea: V of BTS
Sep 14, 202311mThe K-pop superstar and BTS member performs three love songs from his new album.
S16E92Rawayana
Sep 19, 202321mThe Venezuelan group brings its infectious energy and beach-infused sound to the Tiny Desk.
S16E93Wicked
Sep 21, 202325mBroadway stars Alyssa Fox and McKenzie Kurtz defy gravity, accompanied by composer Stephen Schwartz to celebrate 20 years of Wicked.
S16E94J Noa
Sep 22, 202316mJ Noa came to the Tiny Desk to show the world what a girl from her barrio is capable of.
S16E95DannyLux
Sep 27, 202322mThe Chicano singer brings a grounded sense of reflection to the Tiny Desk.
S16E97Alex Cuba
Oct 4, 202318mAlex Cuba weaves evocative imagery into musical arrangements that conjure his native country.
S16E98Villano Antillano
Oct 6, 202315mAntillano shows why she's one of the most exciting voices in Latin trap and reggaeton right now.
S16E99Caroline Polachek
Oct 10, 202318mHaters may say it's AutoTune, but when Caroline Polachek sings live, it's clear that the impressive range and control you're hearing is all her.
S16E101Becky G
Oct 13, 202321mThe stripped down sound of some of Becky G's biggest hits offered a rare view of her artistry.
S16E102Smokey Robinson
Oct 16, 202330mIf there was ever an artist the word "legend" applies to, it would be Smokey Robinson.
S16E103Maluma
Oct 20, 202322mThe Colombian superestrella brought his mesmerizing vocals and a few proud tears to the Tiny Desk.
S16E104Jordan Ward
Oct 23, 202317mThe R&B singer performs a set of his most beloved musical moments.
S16E105Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman
Oct 24, 202318mThe two artists perform a set of music full of yearning, joy and history.
S16E106Nile Rodgers & CHIC
Oct 26, 202330mAs the ringleader of the CHIC experience, Rodgers crams a lifetime's worth of nightlife into every strum of his guitar.
S16E107Shakti
Oct 30, 202320mThe Indian jazz fusion band stops by the Tiny Desk for a historical performance.
S16E108Arlo Parks
Nov 1, 202319mThe British singer-songwriter articulates relatable emotions in ways a mere layman couldn't imagine.
S16E109Conrad Tao and Caleb Teicher
Nov 3, 202323mIn our very first tap dancing Tiny Desk, the artists created an experience so unexpectedly fresh and suffused with joy, it moved some to tears and others to cheer for more.
S16E110Emerson String Quartet
Nov 6, 202324mIn one of its very final performances ever, the durable and beloved string quartet says farewell with music by Beethoven, Walker and Ravel.
S16E111Samia
Nov 8, 202320mSamia's set provides a stunning showcase for her charisma, vocal talent and deftly detailed lyricism.
S16E112Noname
Nov 10, 202323mThe Chicago-bred emcee-activist performs some revolutionary raps from her third album Sundial.
S16E113Hayden Pedigo
Nov 13, 202321mAt the Tiny Desk, the guitarist plays quiet, gentle melodies inspired by his Texas panhandle home.
S16E114Marta Pereira da Costa
Nov 15, 202321mThe renowned Portuguese guitarist bridges centuries of history with immaculate playing.
S16E115PJ Harvey
Nov 17, 202317mIn her Tiny Desk performance, the artist lives on her own artistic plane — inviting listeners to take their time to fully join her.
S16E116Shucked
Nov 20, 202323mSongwriting team Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally take us on a musical journey from Nashville to Broadway with their musical, Shucked.
S16E117William Prince
Nov 22, 202317mThe singer-songwriter performs songs that swoon at the wonders of love, but also deep partnership.
S16E118Tiny Desk Korea: Tomorrow X Together
Nov 27, 202312mThe standout group of K-pop's fourth generation is in their element in this Tiny Desk Korea performance.
S16E119Sampha
Nov 29, 202323mThe artist returns to the Tiny Desk for a full circle moment of a performance.
S16E120Aja Monet
Dec 1, 202328mThe Tiny Desk blooms with the stanzas, sounds and legacy of jazz poetry.
S16E121Philip Selway
Dec 4, 202317mThe Radiohead drummer performs three songs with a mix of deep warmth and wry, self-effacing modesty.
S16E122The LeeVees
Dec 7, 202318mBob Boilen's favorite Hanukkah tradition graces the Tiny Desk for fun-filled songs about latkes and gelt.
S16E123Olivia Rodrigo
Dec 11, 202318mThe singer-songwriter brings a handful of searing cuts from her sophomore album, GUTS, to the Tiny Desk.
S16E124Laufey
Dec 13, 202319mThe Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter brings her modern jazz-pop love songs to the Tiny Desk.
S16E125Alvvays
Dec 15, 202313mThe band's recreation of its billowy, shoegaze-y sound lights up the Tiny Desk.
S16E126Scarface
Dec 18, 202331mThe rapper's performance radiates with his decadeslong passion as an emcee and producer.
S16E127Louis Cato
Dec 20, 202321mThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert bandleader believes that live music builds community. At the Tiny Desk, Cato captivates.
S16E128Sweeney Todd
Dec 22, 202324mJosh Groban and Annaleigh Ashford lead the Broadway cast, complete with Tiny Desk-sized orchestrations by Stephen Sondhiem's longtime collaborator, Jonathan Tunick.