World Cafe Next: The Cactus Blossoms
Brothers Jack Torrey and Page Burkum bring sibling harmonies to retro country songs.
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John Powers' List Of Books, CDs And DVDs He Wishes He Had Reviewed In 2015
Every year, critic John Powers finds himself compiling a list of praiseworthy work he's read, watched or heard that he neglected to mention on the radio. This year, he's sharing his "Ghost List."
Songs We Love: Kinky Friedman, 'Christmas Card From A Hooker In Minneapolis'
The finest storytelling Jewish cowboy in Texas puts a new spin on Tom Waits' classic holiday tale.
David Dye's Top 10 Albums Of 2015
This year, the World Cafe host fell for an eclectic mix of albums, including gems by Courtney Barnett, Kamasi Washington and Tame Impala.
Prince Drops A Surprise New Album
On Saturday, Prince released an album with no warning. Hit 'n' Run: Phase Two can be accessed via the streaming service Tidal.
First Listen: Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, 'It's A Holiday Soul Party'
The soul singer's new collection of holiday songs may be destined to become a revisited classic.
A Prog-Jazz Suite About Architecture? Jacob Garchik Does It All
The composer and trombonist has covered a lot of territory, from jazz to Balkan brass bands to arranging for Kronos quartet. His latest album enlists three guitars and one very esoteric concept.
Tom Jones Unpacks A Suitcase Full Of Stories
Jones has been working double-time this year. He joins Linda Wertheimer to discuss a new memoir, tracing his life from a Welsh coal town to 20 years of superstardom — as well as a new album.
Candlelight Coda: Some Songs We Missed In Our Hanukkah Music Chat
There's more to Hanukkah music than Adam Sandler. In response to last week's interview with professor Josh Kun, listeners wrote in with comments — and more than a few new Hanukkah song suggestions.
Folk Alley's 10 Favorite Albums Of 2015
Jason Isbell was an obvious choice, as was Rhiannon Giddens. Can you guess who else made the cut?