What are your plans for the weekend? If your schedule calls for a relaxing night in, surrounded by loved ones and enjoying a homemade meal, leave the playlist recommendations to us. American pop powerhouse Chappell Roan is the latest invitee to NPR Music’s Tiny Desk, bringing her soft vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and a seven-piece, all-female band to the internet’s most famous (and jam-packed) corner.
Dressed in a frilly fuchsia gown, with a feathered fan in hand and an extra-voluminous red wig, Roan once again proved herself to be a top-tier performer — and a master in balancing maximalism and softness. Throughout her set, hits like “Casual”, “Pink Pony Club”, and “Red Wine Supernova” had live audiences on the edge of their seats — and here, we take a trip back in time to revisit some of Tiny Desk’s most iconic performances. Keep scrolling for the full roundup…