Tiny Desk Performance Opportunity
NPR Music's Tiny Desk features artists performing without monitors or backing tracks in an intimate setting that connects with global audiences.
The Tiny Desk is an NPR Music initiative that provides a unique performance platform for musicians across all genres. Artists perform in the NPR Music office without monitors or backing tracks, creating an intimate space where musicians showcase their talent and connect directly with audiences. The Tiny Desk has become a prestigious venue for established and emerging artists alike, as evidenced by the numerous Grammy nominations received by artists who performed there in 2025. This includes artists across multiple genres: rap (Clipse), R&B (Leon Thomas, Bilal), rock (Turnstile, Wet Leg), Latin music (Bad Bunny, Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso), electronic/dance (Tame Impala, PinkPantheress), jazz (Michael Mayo), gospel (CeCe Winans), bluegrass (Sierra Hull), and regional Mexican music (Grupo Frontera, Carín León). Some performances have even been directly referenced in Grammy-nominated songs, like Leon Thomas' "Mutt" for Best R&B Performance, and featured on Grammy-nominated albums. The Tiny Desk represents an opportunity for artists to gain significant exposure, credibility, and recognition within the music industry. Performances are broadcast on NPR and reach audiences worldwide, making it an invaluable platform for career advancement.