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Originally published on December 16, 2020 2:42 pm
It was a tough year for live music, but NPR's Member stations across the country managed to produce some great radio sessions before and during the pandemic. Here are the best of the bunch, featuring studio performances, home recordings and socially-distanced outdoor sets. For more live sessions from your favorite public radio stations, visit our Live Sessions section.
Alsarah & the Nubatones, "Soukura"
Alsarah & The Nubatones are a Brooklyn-based band with roots in East Africa. Lead singer Alsarah describes their style as "East African retro-pop." —
Adam Harris,
Anjimile, "Baby No More"