World Cafe
Sunday through Thursday, 8pm - 10pm; Friday, 8pm - 9pm
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. Hosts Raina Douris and Stephen Kallao take listeners on a unique journey of musical discovery as she 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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The songwriter, guitarist and singer grounded her seventh studio album in the beauty and brutality of real life. -
The LA indie pop band performs songs off 2023's GIMMICKS.
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The South London band delivered a soul-stirring performance in Philadelphia.
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The Los Angeles-based musician talks about motherhood and the pandemic influences on her latest record. -
The British jazz musician taps into the magic and curiosity that comes from learning something new on Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace.
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Iron & Wine's Sam Beam joins us in the studio to talk about writing Light Verse, collaborating with Fiona Apple, and how he really feels about adjectives.
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The jazz saxophonist talks about creating a "dance" record, plus Washington performs live for World Cafe. -
The U.K. dub and reggae band perform live at The Jazz Cafe in London.
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We're re-airing some of our favorite interviews with queer music icons throughout June. -
The actress and singer-songwriter takes a more optimistic turn on her third studio record.
