World Cafe Words and Music Podcast

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Gigi Perez sails past her viral moment on her debut album

2025-06-1143:30

The singer-songwriter went viral in 2024 with her queer ballad, "Sailor Song." Her debut album, At The Beach, In Every Life, builds a world beyond her hit.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Let Uwade take you on a walk through the flowers of her mind

2025-06-0939:57

The North Carolina singer-songwriter joins us to talk about her debut album, Florilegium.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Patterson Hood mined strange childhood memories for his latest solo record

2025-06-0534:50

The Drive-By Truckers co-founder talks about his latest solo album, Exploding Trees & Airplane Screams.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Grief strengthened Ben Kweller's song on his first album since his son's death

2025-05-3039:15

The Texas singer-songwriter reflects on reconnecting with his musical spirit after losing his teenage son.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

For The Weather Station, there's power in our shared humanity

2025-05-2937:52

Musician and climate activist Tamara Lindeman talks about the Canadian folk band's latest record, Humanhood.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

How Hannah Cohen found a muse in the Catskill Mountains

2025-05-2729:33

The singer-songwriter talks about her latest record, Earthstar Mountain.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Acadiana Music Showcase: Feufollet

2025-05-2213:40

Led by the late Christopher Stafford, this Cajun band became a staple of the Lafayette music scene.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Culture Corner: The record that made Tricky a legend

2025-05-1917:51

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

2025-05-1631:59

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'

2025-05-1519:43

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

2025-05-1330:30

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'

2025-05-1230:40

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'

2025-05-0830:23

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

2025-05-0740:44

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

2025-05-0236:48

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

2025-05-0119:35

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

2025-04-3032:081

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

How Palmyra tapped into a true collaborative spirit on 'Restless'

2025-04-2831:32

Plus, the Virigina trio perform songs from their latest record.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jordana rekindles an old affair on 'Lively Premonition'

2025-04-2435:52

A trained violinist, the Los Angeles-based musician explains why she brought it back for her latest record.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Culture Corner: Revisiting Prince's 'Around the World in a Day'

2025-04-2215:55

World Cafe correspondent John Morrison looks back on Prince's daring left turn following the success of Purple Rain.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

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