Behind the Tiny Desk Contest's Unconventional Soundtrack The Tiny Desk Contest, launched by NPR's Bob Boilen in 2008, has become a staple of music discovery and community engagement.
Each year, contestants perform an original song at Boilen's small desk in NPR's DC offices, nestled between two windows.
The contest's eclectic mix of musicians and songs is a true reflection of the diversity that makes music vital. The contest originated from Bob Boilen's desire to create a platform for emerging artists.