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Hayes Carll Tells Stories That Reflect The World Around Him
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Early on Carll focused more on telling other people's stories than his own. Now, he has a sweet collection of new songs called What It Is where he tells his own.
Lizzo Is In The Eye Of A Superstar Storm
Tuesday, June 11, 2019
Lizzo is a singer, writer, rapper, producer and classically trained flutist who has been working towards her incredible, star-making moment for a long time.
Norah Jones Turns Fame Into Freedom
Thursday, June 06, 2019
For her latest release, Begin Again, Jones ditched the album format in favor of a collection of seven singles that would allow her to sprawl out musically.
From Bluegrass To Newgrass: The Story Of Sam Bush
Wednesday, June 05, 2019
Bush drops by to reflect on mashing the improvisational spirit of jazz, the late-night sprawling sensibilities of jam bands and even the influence of reggae on bluegrass and country.
Ryan Bingham's Rugged And Raw 'American Love Song'
Monday, June 03, 2019
Bingham shares stories and performs live, offering reflections on the state of the world and his own personal history.
'Echo In The Canyon' Celebrates The Exchange Of Ideas That Has Reverberated Over Time
Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Jakob Dylan, Cat Power and Jade Castrinos perform songs from the new music documentary and concert film Echo In The Canyon.
The O'Jays Want The World To Catch Up To The Love Train
Friday, May 24, 2019
The O'Jays founding members Eddie Levert and Walter Williams explain why "Love Train" is still relevant today.
Rescued From The Vault: Nat Turner Rebellion
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
An album from 50 years ago that could have been a total classic is resurrected from the archives.
The Head And The Heart's 'Living Mirage' Has An Emphasis On Starting Fresh
Friday, May 17, 2019
The band talks about its trip to Joshua Tree and the new writing that it inspired.
Yola Walked Through Fire And Came Out Singing
Thursday, May 16, 2019
The songs on Yola's debut solo album ring out with the triumphant air of someone who has withstood the flames en route to achieving their dreams.
Karen O And Danger Mouse Unlock A New Creative Universe
Wednesday, May 15, 2019
On Karen O And Danger Mouse's debut collaboration, Lux Prima, the sound is inviting, thrilling and entirely distinct from the voices they each are known for in their own careers.
Pedro The Lion's Homecoming, 15 Years In The Making
Friday, May 10, 2019
Pedro the Lion's latest album, Phoenix, houses many of David Bazan's childhood memories and stunning moments of personal poetry.
Leyla McCalla Has The Capitalist Blues
Wednesday, May 08, 2019
Although the topics are heavy, McCalla's music is danceable. This is a treatment informed by the artist's Haitian roots and adopted New Orleans traditions.
Foals Makes Changes In Pursuit Of Ultimate Creative Freedom
Tuesday, May 07, 2019
The members of Foals produced the last two albums themselves. The British band left its lead singer alone to finish lyrics in a dark studio in South London.
Better Oblivion Community Center, A Project Built On Mutual Fandom
Thursday, May 02, 2019
What could be better than a new project built on the friendship of two World Cafe favorites, Phoebe Bridgers and Conor Oberst?
Patty Griffin On Restoring Her Voice And Her Soul
Wednesday, May 01, 2019
Hear the Grammy-winning songwriter perform songs written during her cancer treatment and discuss the deep reflections and soul-searching they contain.
Anna Tivel's Songs Are Mini Movies With Unlikely Stars
Thursday, April 25, 2019
The tremendous songwriter zooms in on the kinds of people who don't usually get the red carpet treatment.
King Princess Has Incredible Confidence With The Musical Chops To Back It Up
Monday, April 22, 2019
When singer-songwriter Mikaela Straus says, "I've never been subtle. I don't think now is the time," she means it.
After 27 Years, Guster Is Still Surprising Fans
Friday, April 19, 2019
Guster's latest album, Look Alive, is a trippy and textured twist on everything you might already love about the band.
Josh Ritter Performs Stripped-Down Acoustic Version Of 'Fever Breaks'
Thursday, April 18, 2019
The master songwriter performs songs just like he did for Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires on their Nashville porch.