World Cafe

Sunday through Thursday, 8pm - 10pm; Friday, 8pm - 9pm

David Dye

World Cafe is the premier public radio showcase for contemporary music, serving up an eclectic blend that includes blues, rock, world, folk, and alternative country. Host David Dye Dye takes listeners on a unique journey of musical discovery as he presents a mix of music from both new and legendary artists. The show's guest roster has included Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, Dave Matthews, Elvis Costello, Robert Plant, Dolly Parton, The Shins, Lucinda Williams, Paul McCartney, Ani Difranco, Damien Rice, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, REM, Rachael Yamagata, David Byrne, Yo Yo Ma, Billy Joel, Lyle Lovett, Bela Fleck, Moby, Taj Mahal, and Coldplay, among hundreds of others.

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Andrew Bird On World Cafe

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Andrew Bird's latest record, Break It Yourself, was released this month.

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Originally published on Mon July 23, 2012 10:05 am

Whistling polymath Andrew Bird has become a perennial favorite of folk-pop aficionados and classical fans alike. As a trained violinist and a longtime touring musician, he has a way of expertly melding many genres and influences into his own unique brand of baroque pop. Showcasing his impressive skills with the violin, guitar, mandolin, glockenspiel and vocals, Bird is a picture of versatility.

3:17 pm

Wed March 14, 2012

Sense Of Place: Portland's Revered Record Stores

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The storefront of Music Millennium, Portland's premier independent record store.

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Terry Currier, owner of Music Millennium, Portland's premier independent record store.

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Originally published on Mon September 10, 2012 12:33 pm

Our Sense of Place Portland series focuses on the history of Portland, Ore. pop music as observed by longtime resident Terry Currier. He's uniquely qualified to survey the Portland music scene and the state of the record business because he owns Music Millennium, Portland's premier independent record store, where he has worked since 1972. He is also the founder of the Coalition of Independent Music Stores.

2:30 pm

Wed March 14, 2012

Imelda May On World Cafe

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Irish rockabilly singer Imelda May.

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Imelda May began her affair with rockabilly early on in life — by the time she was 9, she'd already begun to emulate Elmore James and Billie Holiday. In 2007, after years of singing in clubs, May stole the spotlight with Love Tattoo. The 12-track collection shot to the #1 spot in Ireland, stealing the hearts of audiences and contemporaries the world over.

11:00 am

Tue March 13, 2012

Sense Of Place: Discover Portland's Music Scene

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Colin Meloy and David Dye in Portland.

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Originally published on Mon September 10, 2012 12:33 pm

In this special World Cafe broadcast, we explore a side of Portland, Ore. with The Decemberists frontman Colin Meloy.

10:59 am

Tue March 13, 2012

Julia Nunes On World Cafe

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YouTube star Julia Nunes' first album for a record label, Settle Down, was released in February.

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Originally published on Tue March 13, 2012 2:55 pm

Hailing from New York, acoustic pop sensation Julia Nunes got her start posting videos on YouTube in 2006, playing covers from idols such as The Beatles, Ben Folds and The Beach Boys.

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1:53 pm

Thu March 15, 2012