The Record Company expanded its horizons with new record, 'Play Loud'
The World Cafe caught up with Chris Vos and Alex Stiff from the band to talk about the new faces working on their latest album.
Music Interviews
'Fresh Air' listens back to Nick Lowe's 2001 album, 'The Convincer'
British singer, songwriter and guitarist Lowe got his start in the '70s pub-rock era. His 2001 album, The Convincer, has been newly remastered and reissued. Originally broadcast in 2001 and 2011.
For Brandi Carlile, band and family are one and the same
In These Silent Days is the singer-songwriter's latest collaboration with twins Phil and Tim Hanseroth. The three have spent the past two decades winding their creative and personal lives together.
Tiny Desk Contest entrant Yosmel Montejo has a message for his community: 'Go for it'
Every year, the Tiny Desk Contest attracts thousands of unsigned musicians from across the country. Yosmel Montejo impressed the judges with "La Caliente," a song that reflects on life in Cuba.
Tirzah's 'Colourgrade' welcomes interpretation
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks to the British songwriter about writing her atmospheric and experimental sophomore album, Colourgrade.
Brandi Carlile: The World Cafe Interview
We spoke with the Americana superstar about her new album, In These Silent Days, and her recent memoir, Broken Horses. Get cozy.
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga's latest, and likely last, ring-a-ding
NPR's Rachel Martin speaks with WGBO jazz expert Nate Chinen about his interview with Lady Gaga about her new album with Tony Bennett, Love for Sale.
Pastor T.L. Barrett's Five Decades Spent As A Current For Our Sails
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with gospel artist Pastor T.L. Barrett, Jr., whose collected work was recently reissued in a box set called I Shall Wear a Crown.
Iranian Singer Googoosh Raises Her Voice To Keep Her Nation's Culture Alive
Known as "The Voice of Iran," Googoosh was silenced by the Islamic Revolution in 1979. Active again since 2000, she uses music to keep Iranians forced to leave the country in touch with their culture.
Anthony Hamilton On Being Vulnerable And His New Album 'Love Is The New Black'
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with singer-songwriter Anthony Hamilton, who delivers his first album in five years with the help of some friends including Jennifer Hudson.