World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

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World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

WXPN's live performance and interview program featuring music and conversation from a variety of important musicians

The Culture Corner: The record that made Tricky a legend

The Culture Corner: The record that made Tricky a legend

World Cafe correspondent John Morrison digs into the U.K. artist's Angels With Dirty Faces.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

To make their country record, Julien Baker and Torres had to lean on each other

To make their country record, Julien Baker and Torres had to lean on each other

Both raised in the South, the duo tapped into a familiar sound for Send a Prayer My Way.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Benjamin Booker isn't afraid to sit in discomfort on 'LOWER'

Benjamin Booker isn't afraid to sit in discomfort on 'LOWER'

Booker examines racism, gun violence and the dark side of human nature on his first album in eight years.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

For songwriter Amy Allen, 'quality time' is the key to writing a hit

For songwriter Amy Allen, 'quality time' is the key to writing a hit

The songwriter talks about writing chart-toppers for stars like Sabrina Carpenter, plus releasing her own, self-titled album.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Wilco guitarist Nels Cline on his latest solo record, 'Consentrik Quartet'

Wilco guitarist Nels Cline on his latest solo record, 'Consentrik Quartet'

For his experimental jazz album, Cline teamed up with saxophonist Ingrid Laubrock, drummer Tom Rainey and double-bassist Chris Lightcap.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Sierra Hull's confidence is palpable on 'A Tip Toe High Wire'

Sierra Hull's confidence is palpable on 'A Tip Toe High Wire'

The mandolin sensation talks about releasing her first independent record, plus an in-studio performance.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Adrian Younge on the final installment in his 'Something About April' trilogy

Adrian Younge on the final installment in his 'Something About April' trilogy

The producer and multi-instrumentalist's latest record explores hip hop and jazz in Brazil.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

For Polish band Trupa Trupa, remembering our history is paramount

For Polish band Trupa Trupa, remembering our history is paramount

The Polish rock band talks about their latest project, Mourners.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Tune in to a mini-concert with Neal Francis

Tune in to a mini-concert with Neal Francis

The Chicago singer-songwriter performs songs from his latest album, Return To Zero.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

For Laura Marling, parenthood was a boon of creativity

For Laura Marling, parenthood was a boon of creativity

The English musician talks about making her latest album, Patterns in Repeat.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy