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Bob Boilen is the creator and host of NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concerts and co-host of All Songs Considered. He began working at NPR in 1979 and created All Songs Considered with Noah Adams in 1999.

Bob Boilen is the creator and host of NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concerts, an intimate video series showcasing musicians performing behind his desk. He's also a musician, producer, and author known for his passion for discovering and sharing new music.

Early Life

Information about Bob Boilen's early life is not readily available from official sources.

Career

Bob Boilen's career at NPR spans decades. He started as a director and producer for All Things Considered, eventually creating the popular show All Songs Considered with Ari Shapiro. He is best known for creating the Tiny Desk Concerts, a video series featuring musicians performing intimate sets at his desk at NPR. The series has hosted a diverse range of artists, from established stars to emerging talents, and has become a significant platform for music discovery.

Personal Life

Information about Bob Boilen's personal life is not readily available from official sources.

Awards

Information about specific awards received by Bob Boilen is not readily available from official sources. However, the Tiny Desk Concerts series itself has received significant recognition and acclaim.

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Who is Bob Boilen?
Bob Boilen is the creator and host of NPR Music's Tiny Desk Concerts and co-host of All Songs Considered.
What is Bob Boilen's role at NPR Music?
Bob Boilen is the creator and host of Tiny Desk Concerts and co-host of All Songs Considered at NPR Music.
When did Bob Boilen start working at NPR?
Bob Boilen began working at NPR in 1979.
What did Bob Boilen create with Noah Adams?
Bob Boilen created All Songs Considered with Noah Adams in 1999.
What type of content is featured on the NPR Music YouTube channel?
The NPR Music YouTube channel features Tiny Desk Concerts, live shows, documentaries, and more.
When did the NPR Music YouTube channel join YouTube?
The NPR Music YouTube channel joined YouTube in January 2008.
What are Bob Boilen's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Bob YouTube channels collectively have over 720.5M subscribers, more than 243,800.9M views, and have uploaded over 172.8K videos.
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