Gov't Mule On World Cafe
Revolution Come...Revolution Go is Gov't Mule's 10th album. Frontman Warren Haynes reflects on more than 20 years of the jam band, plus his relationship with the late Gregg Allman.
Music Interviews
Sufjan Stevens, Nico Muhly And Bryce Dessner On Creating 'Planetarium'
The trio talk about the grand mysteries of the universe that helped inspire their celestial collaboration, Planetarium.
On 'Musas,' Natalia Lafourcade Celebrates Legends Of Latin Music
The Mexico City singer-songwriter talks to NPR's Kelly McEvers about her growing pride in her heritage and the importance of introducing younger listeners to Latin American musical history.
Fame Is A Boomerang
The legendary diva, who died 40 years ago this year, muses on stardom and fate — both on stage and off — in a luxurious new book of pictures and words.
BJ Leiderman On World Cafe
He's composed the themes for programs like Wait Wait...Don't Tell Me! and Morning Edition. Now Leiderman joins World Cafe to share his own album of original rock and roll songs.
Guest DJ: Chicano Batman's Musical DNA
Hear how the members of this SoCal band developed the funky, one-of-a-kind sound that's helped propel it to national success.
Guest DJ: alt-J
The trio joins host Bob Boilen to share some of the songs they love by other artists, including music from Radiohead, Metronomy and Death Grips.
Dan Auerbach Guest DJs, Spinning The Music That Inspired His New Record
Dan Auerbach joins Bob Boilen to go through the music that inspired his newest record, Waiting On A Song, featuring contributions from some of Nashville's most accomplished and dedicated musicians.
Dan Auerbach On World Cafe
The producer and Black Keys singer made his new solo album, Waiting On A Song, after a move to Music City. Hear him perform some of the new songs — including the title track, a John Prine co-write.
Brandi Carlile Enlists Big Stars To Cover Her Songs For A Cause
NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro talks to Brandi Carlile, whose new album features covers of her songs by the likes of Dolly Parton and Pearl Jam. The proceeds are designated for children in conflict zones.