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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Waxahatchee's Katie Crutchfield talks about writing her latest album, Tigers Blood, from a place of happiness and peace.
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Plus, Phosphorescent's Matthew Houck sits down to talk about making his first album since 2018.
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The Nashville-based musician talks about her new record and performs in front of a live studio audience at World Cafe.
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The singer-songwriter performs songs from her new solo record, Bright Future.
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The Baltimore band talks about their seventh studio album, People Who Aren't There Anymore.
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Frontperson Missy Dabice talks about the Philadelphia band's new album, I Got Heaven.
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The New Orleans singer-songwriter makes a striking debut, with an assist from The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach.
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The folk music ceremony takes place Wednesday, Feb. 21, in Kansas City.
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The Los Angeles-based harpist and composer talks about approaching her instrument in new ways on her debut album.
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Watch new live performances from the London band, filmed at World Cafe's studio in Philadelphia.