World Cafe Words and Music Podcast
WXPN's live performance and interview program featuring music and conversation from a variety of important musicians
Episodes
Gary Clark Jr. on his latest album, 'JPEG Raw'
The blues guitarist and singer found himself seeking genuine, unfiltered connections.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
28/05/24•15m 25s
30A Songwriters Sessions: KT Tunstall
Watch KT Tunstall perform at the 30A Songwriters Festival.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
28/05/24•12m 10s
Kim Gordon makes the mundane sound thrilling on 'The Collective'
The Sonic Youth co-founder's latest solo album is full of hard edges and moments of digital distortion.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
24/05/24•21m 43s
Jordan Mackampa on his latest album, 'WELCOME HOME, KID!'
The British musicians says his latest effort is a full-circle moment.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
23/05/24•28m 6s
30A Songwriters Sessions: Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams
Watch Larry Campbell and Teresa Williams perform at the 30A Songwriters Festival.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
22/05/24•13m 14s
Revisiting Gil Scott-Heron and Brian Jackson's 'Winter in America'
World Cafe correspondent John Morrison dives into the seminal record from two jazz giants.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
21/05/24•12m 29s
Sense of Place: Nuçi's Space changed the way Athens talks about mental health
Founded in the wake of a young musician's passing, this 23-year-old nonprofit has become a critical resource for the music scene in Athens, Ga.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
17/05/24•14m 43s
Sense of Place: Telemarket captures the 'existential quandary' of life in Athens
World Cafe talks with Adam Wayton, frontman of the five-piece punk band from Athens, Ga., about their debut record, Ad Nauseam.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
15/05/24•9m 41s
Sense of Place: Wuxtry Records is the heart of Athens' musical legacy
R.E.M.'s Peter Buck and Danger Mouse are just some of this indie record store's former staffers.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
13/05/24•10m 23s
Sense of Place: How Athens' 40 Watt Club helped usher in a new era of rock
The music venue in Georgia regularly hosted performances by bands like Pylon, R.E.M., of Montreal, and more.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
10/05/24•13m 27s
Sense of Place: This Athens college radio station
Welcome to WUOG, the University of Georgia's student-run radio station.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
08/05/24•26m 41s
The Black Keys on their new album, 'Ohio Players'
The Ohio band talks about collaborating with Beck, Juicy J and Noel Gallagher on their latest record.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
06/05/24•24m 36s
'You've got to be semi-obsessed': Mark Knopfler is still as dedicated as ever
The former Dire Straits frontman talks about his latest solo album, "One Deep River."Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
03/05/24•28m 37s
Justice come roaring back to life on 'Hyperdrama'
The French electronic duo return with their first album in over seven years.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
01/05/24•22m 12s
Alejandro Escovedo reimagines his catalog on 'Echo Dancing'
Escovedo joins World Cafe to talk about covering his own songs, plus he shares live performances.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
30/04/24•36m 46s
30A Songwriters Sessions: Rosanne Cash and John Leventhal
Watch Rosanne Cash and John Leventhal perform at the 30A Songwriters Festival.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
29/04/24•11m 36s
Charley Crockett on his latest album, '$10 Cowboy'
The Texas musician offers a glimpse into what someone goes through on their path to being a successful touring artist.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
26/04/24•23m 20s
30A Songwriters Sessions: Grace Potter
Watch Grace Potter perform at the 30A Songwriters Festival.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
24/04/24•10m 52s
The Culture Corner: Soul II Soul made waves on both sides of the Atlantic
World Cafe takes a look back at the British music collective's impactful debut album.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
24/04/24•15m 16s
Lizzie No's 'Halfsies' is like an epic role-playing video game
The Nashville-based musician modeled her latest album as a video game journey, complete with a character named Miss Freedomland.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
18/04/24•41m 33s
Maggie Rogers made 'Don't Forget Me' with the pedal to the floor
The singer-songwriter spent just five days at Electric Lady Studios making her latest record.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
16/04/24•19m 22s
Tune in to a mini-concert with Lo Moon
The LA-based psychedelic pop band performs songs from their latest album, I Wish You Way More Than Luck.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
15/04/24•23m 11s
Laura Jane Grace confronts past pain on 'Hole In My Head'
The musician, and founder of punk band Against Me!, talks about her latest solo album.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
12/04/24•22m 22s
Lindsay Lou taps into the divine feminine on 'Queen of Time'
The Nashville singer-songwriter's latest album features collaborations with Jerry Douglas and Billy Strings.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
11/04/24•11m 33s
Brigitte Calls Me Baby is riding a retro rock and roll wave
The Chicago band showcases their nostalgic, yet fresh, sound on This House is Made of Corners.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
10/04/24•26m 12s
Listen to Hermanos Gutiérrez's hypnotic guitar interplay
The brother duo perform a blissed-out set recorded at last year's AMERICANAFEST in Nashville.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
09/04/24•18m 2s
Tommy Emmanuel shows off his 'fearless' fingerpicking style
One of the best acoustic guitarists in the world performs a live set for World Cafe.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
04/04/24•16m 44s
Jamila Woods' latest album strikes for the root of love and heartache
The Chicago-based songwriter and poet talks about her latest album, Water Made Us.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
03/04/24•22m 4s
Jacob Collier's sonic world keeps expanding on 'Djesse Vol. 4'
The British musician talks about the fourth installment of his ambitious Djesse project.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
01/04/24•22m 37s
Aoife O'Donovan mines a century of women's rights on her latest album
The Grammy Award-winning songwriter drew inspiration from the 19th Amendment to pen her latest album, All My Friends.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
29/03/24•28m 37s
The Culture Corner: Stevie Wonder's prolific pen extended to other artists
The songwriting legend wrote songs for the likes of Smokey Robinson, Aretha Franklin and more.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
26/03/24•18m 41s
The Black Crowes reignite their passion for rock on 'Happiness Bastards'
The Atlanta rock band return with their first album in over a decade.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
22/03/24•27m 38s
Sarah Jarosz opens up her creative process on 'Polaroid Lovers'
The Grammy-winning artist talks about embracing a more collaborative spirit on her latest record.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
21/03/24•34m 21s
Norah Jones finds inspiration in the quiet moments on 'Visions'
The Grammy Award-winning artist talks about her latest album.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
18/03/24•16m 31s
'To me, nature is God': Kacey Musgraves ponders life's big questions on new album
The Texas singer-songwriter talks about getting older, signs from the beyond and finding inspiration in nature.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
15/03/24•28m 47s
Composer Joe Wong brings his cinematic flair to 'Mere Survival'
The film and TV composer talks about his second solo album, plus scoring hit shows like The Midnight Gospel.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
14/03/24•30m 56s
Tune in to a mini-concert with Deeper
The Chicago band performs songs from their latest album, Careful!Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
12/03/24•15m 42s
The Jesus and Mary Chain talk about 'Glasgow Eyes'
The Scottish rock band talk about their eight studio album.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
12/03/24•32m 56s
For DJ Shadow, falling down musical rabbit holes is half the fun
The California producer and sampling pioneer talks about his latest album, Action Adventure.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
07/03/24•20m 50s
For Yard Act, hitting the big time was only half the battle
The British rock band talk about their new album, Where's My Utopia?.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
04/03/24•31m 23s
Black Futures: In the new millennium, the dance remix reigns supreme
For Black History Month, World Cafe correspondent John Morrison explores the trends that have defined dance music in the 2000s and beyond.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
29/02/24•17m 5s
Billy Porter's latest album is an ode to 'gay church'
The award-winning actor, singer and fashion icon talks about Black Mona Lisa and the road to becoming a pop star.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
28/02/24•34m 35s
