Born on this day
Thurston Moore (1958)
Thurston Joseph Moore is an American musician best known as a singer, songwriter and...
Also Annie Ross (1930)
Died on this day
Big Mama Thornton (1984) and Gary Windo (1992)
Stuart Maconie celebrates the life and music of the R&B innovator.
Jay-Z drops in to talk to Zane Lowe about his new album.
Hear the legendary Eric Bogle's live set from the Fiddler's Green International Festival.
Watch a concert commemorating the 75th anniversary of Elgar's death.
Listen to highlights from the recording career of West Coast drummer Shelly Manne.
Across the summer Mumzy, Imran Khan and Alyssia perform live around the country.
Watch Yugraj perform live on Friction on BBC Asian Network.
Watch Jaz Dhami's performance of Theke Wali at Nottingham Mela 21.
Watch videos and find out more about The Invisible's Mercury Prize nominated debut.
Watch videos and find out more about The Horrors Mercury Prize nominated album.