Feb 20th, 2007 · An up-and-coming folk-rock singer-songwriter who crafts brooding, timeless, sophisticated pop songs, Elvis Perkins has earned comparisons to Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan. Perkins writes music that's reflective bordering on heartbreaking, yet remains hopeful and quietly charming.
Dec 18th, 2006 · The folk-pop singer-songwriter crafts lovely melodies with a sophisticated pop sensibility. His songs sound both catchy and timeless, earning lofty comparisons to the likes of Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan. Perkins' reflective music often borders on heartbreaking, yet remains hopeful and charming.
Oct 24th, 2006 · When Edward Perkins went to South Africa as the first black U.S. ambassador to the then apartheid nation, he recalls its leader angrily telling him to stay out of the country's affairs. Perkins refused to heed the warning and visited black townships.
Jan 24th, 2006 · Lynne Rae Perkins' coming-of-age novel about a group of friends is this year's winner of the John Newbery Medal, awarded to outstanding writing in children's literature. Criss Cross tells the story of 14-year-old Debbie as she wishes something would happen to her to make her life different.
Aug 24th, 2005 · Three symbols of native America - the bison, the eagle, and the Native Americans themselves - have been endangered during recent decades. But, says commentator Harlan McKosato all three are making a comeback. Just outside Perkins, Okla., the Ioway tribe is building an eagle aviary for injured birds. The tribe's herd of bison will protect the aviary from predators.
Dec 11th, 2004 · Bluesman Pinetop Perkins has endured much in his life, including physical injuries, to keep playing his music. Now the 91-year-old pianist has been nominated for a Grammy for his latest CD, Ladies Man. Hear Perkins and NPR's Scott Simon.