Tiny Desk Radio Showcases African Artists Redefining Jazz and Pop

Burna Boy performs during a Tiny Desk concert on Sept. 16, 2019. Mhari Shaw/NPR

Burna Boy performs during a Tiny Desk concert on Sept. 16, 2019.

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Host Bobby Carter highlights three African artists who are expanding the possibilities of jazz and pop. The episode features a stirring set from South African pianist Nduduzo Makhathini, along with performances by Nigerian pop stars Burna Boy and Ayra Starr.

Nduduzo Makhathini: Tiny Desk Concert

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Burna Boy: Tiny Desk Concert

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Ayra Starr: Tiny Desk Concert

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