Sense Of Place North Carolina: Whiskeytown
Hear a 1997 studio set and interview with Ryan Adams and the rest of the classic alt-country band.
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Watch Kevin Morby Perform Live At Pickathon
With a Dylan-esque drawl and jangly guitar hooks, Morby plays "Motors Runnin'" live in Oregon.
New Music From The Avett Brothers, The Low Anthem, Deerhoof, More
This week's episode of All Songs includes a premiere by The Avett Brothers and The Low Anthem paying homage to Hall of Fame shortstop Ozzie Smith.
Songs We Love: Camille Safiya, 'Indigo'
With her new, scaled-back style, the New Jersey singer-songwriter proves that she can strip away the frills and still make us feel all of the emotions.
The Lonely Side Of James Brown
When James McBride, a National Book Award winner for his fiction, decided to write an entire book about James Brown, he wanted to push beyond the hype and racism he says haunts Brown's legacy.
Henry Threadgill Wins Music Pulitzer For 'In For A Penny, In For A Pound'
The saxophonist, flutist and beyond-jazz composer says the epic work frees up a method he'd developed over 15 years with his working ensemble Zooid.
World Cafe Next: Car Seat Headrest
Rarely has teen angst sounded as fun as it does on 23-year-old Will Toledo's newest album.
Sense Of Place North Carolina: Mount Moriah
World Cafe kicks off its North Carolina trip with a visit to songwriter Heather McEntire's Raleigh home, which doubles as the band's practice space.
Benjamin Clementine: Tiny Desk Concert
There are intimate moments of revelation in Clementine's immersive, breathtaking performance, recorded live in the NPR Music offices.
Songs We Love: Twin Peaks, 'Holding Roses'
The Chicago five-piece reinvigorates familiar classic-rock touchpoints with a charming, Stones-ish breakup song.