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The rock band Phish, noted for its devoted followers and free-ranging concerts, announces that it will break up after their summer tour. Band members posted a notice on the group's web site Tuesday notifying fans of the decision. The group is scheduled to go on tour supporting its new album, out in June. Hear NPR's Melissa Block and critic Peter Shapiro.

Jazz trumpeter Lester Bowie. Bowie was considered one of the most original trumpeters in jazz, and a master of horn effects. He died in November of 1999. Bowie started out playing with Saint Louis R&B bands. In 1969, he helped found the Art Ensemble of Chicago as an outlet for more eclectic and avant-garde jazz. Bowie also headed his own band, Lester Bowie's Jazz Fantasy. (originally broadcast 11

A Pew Research Center survey shows that 63 percent of Republicans under the age of 34 favor legalization.

For the latest installment of "What Are You Listening To?" NPR's John Ydstie speaks with Adam Sarmiento of Norman, Okla. He's a drum and percussion teacher, a landscape gardener, and a member of a pop rock band called The Candles.

With garage-rock that exudes Southern charm, The Whigs' members hail from Athens, Ga. Singer Parker Gispert and drummer Julian Dorio discuss the state of rock music today, as well as the origins of the band's name.

Spottiswoode and His Enemies have long been a staple of the New York City scene. To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, the band released two new albums. Hear an interview and performance with lead man Jonathan Spottiswoode.

Musician John Doe of the L.A. punk band 'X' joins Canadian band the Sadies to perform songs from their new album Country Club, covering classics from Merle Haggard to Tammy Wynette.

The experimental rock band based in New York draws on early vocal music, modern soul and other sources, defying categorization in the process. According to critic Will Hermes, the band's new album, Bitte Orca, is a breakthrough.

Tuesday's hearing looks at the role of groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys on the Jan. 6 Capitol attack — and the groups' possible connection to former President Donald Trump.

Todd Snider, Widespread Panic's Dave Schools and Duane Trucks perform in a new band that specializes in covering working-class songs.