Studio Sessions

Talking what it's like to be a working musician in the Music City, why he felt the need to adopt an "American Cowboy" persona for a certain audience and more.

In our interview with Led Zeppelin's lead singer, we talk about the many musical chapters in his life, including his latest album, Carry Fire.

Listen to the prolific songwriter perform at World Cafe Live and speak with host Talia Schlanger about his latest album, Gathering.

Watch the British pop duo perform a song from their new album Ultralife live at the KCRW studio on Morning Becomes Eclectic.

Watch artists from the land of fire and ice as they perform live at the KEX Hostel in Reykjavik.

The Afghan Whigs' new album, In Spades, explores memory and time, and lead singer Greg Dulli visited World Cafe to reflect on both.

Mancari offers stories of wandering and homecoming, colored by a determination to live, artistically, beyond the gender boundaries usually imposed on female artists.

Watch the indie-rock band perform a song from Painted Ruins, its first new album after a five-year hiatus.

Listen to a session recorded at Sound Stage Studios with longtime partner Gillian Welch.

Songwriter Sam Beam returns to the Cafe for a solo set in front of a live audience.