World Cafe Next: LVL UP
The New York four-piece's Sub Pop debut features propulsive rock songs that turn unexpected corners. Hear two tracks.
Music & Culture
Amos Lee On World Cafe
For the first time in his career, the singer-songwriter has produced one of his own albums, Spirit. Hear him perform some of the new songs live in Philadelphia.
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It's 'Bey Day': Beyoncé Turns 35
Today is the Queen's birthday — Queen B, that is. Beyonce's birthday has become a moment of celebration for people across the country, and last night, many people danced the night away.
Meet The Woman Who's Been Pearl Jam's Sound Engineer For 24 Years
After three decades doing live sound, Karrie Keyes is still one of few female engineers in the business. Some Pearl Jam fans know her on sight.
Podcast Extra: Juan Gabriel And The Tricky Conversation About Sexual Identity
Many remembrances of Mexican vocalist Juan Gabriel suggested that he overcame homophobia in Mexico to achieve super-stardom. The reality is a bit more complicated.
Jerry Heller, Music Mogul Who Worked With N.W.A, Dies At 75
A native of Shaker Heights in Cleveland, Ohio, Jerry Heller worked with rock stars as an agent, promoter and manager before meeting a young rapper named Eazy-E.
LOLO: Songs From A Life Reinvented
Lauren Pritchard left her tiny Tennessee town for show business before she was old enough to drive. She speaks with Scott Simon about her latest release as LOLO.
Corinne Bailey Rae Remembers A Night With Her Idol, Prince
Singer Corinne Bailey Rae reflects on what she learned from Prince.
Across the Blue Ridge #36 - Ukeleles, fiddles, songs and the National Folk Festival
It's a combination of new and old, with a few fun surprises on this week's Across the Blue Ridge. We hear from bluegrass singer-songwriter Brandon Lee Adams with a song of loss and new awaren