Metropolis: 5/28/16
KCRW's Jason Bentley spins music by Flume, Gorgon City, Kaytranada and more in a two-hour EDM mix.
Music & Culture
A Homecoming For Luna — And Its Devoted Following
Rolling Stone called the 1990s rock group "the best band you've never heard of," but Luna broke up in 2005. Now, its reunion is having a powerful impact on its loyal fans.
Kindred Spirits Cuong Vu And Pat Metheny Come Together In A New Jazz Album
Growing up, trumpeter Vu found inspiration in Metheny's music. Now the two collaborate on the album, Cuong Vu Trio Meets Pat Metheny. Kevin Whitehead says the record showcases their musical chemistry.
Boogarins On World Cafe
The Brazilian psychedelic-rock band performs live for its World Cafe debut.
Andrew Bird: Tiny Desk Concert
For this performance of three new songs, Bird comes with a stripped-down acoustic band: just drums, upright bass and acoustic guitar, with Bird himself on violin.
Ona On Mountain Stage
Hear the Appalachian rock band make its Mountain Stage debut in West Virginia.
Encore Presentation: The Worst Songs Of All Time?
Carrie Brownstein returns to All Songs to chat about relentless earworms, annoying novelty songs and other songs our hosts think of as quite possibly the worst of all time.
Questlove On Prince, Doo-Wop And The Food Equivalent Of The 'Mona Lisa'
The Roots' drummer discusses the artistry involved in creating a great meal. "I'm more obsessed with the journey ... than the destination," Questlove says. Originally broadcast April 27, 2016.
World Cafe Next: Bonnie Bishop
The Nashville singer and songwriter reinvents herself with her new album, Ain't Who I Was.
Rich Cohen Tells The Stones Stories You've Never Heard
The writer's new book, The Sun & The Moon & The Rolling Stones, stems from his experience touring with the band in the mid-'90s.