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World Cafe (AAA)

Jazz 88 88.3 2 hours 29 minutes left

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KCSN 88.5 Mon, May 28 at 7pm (Pacific)

About World Cafe

Since 1991, host David Dye has been exploring the frontiers of contemporary music for his listeners on a daily basis. Featuring live performance and interviews with established and emerging artists from across the musical spectrum, World Café is public radio's most popular program of popular music.

  • David Dye
  • AAA
  • English
  • NPR , WXPN
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Call (202) 513-2300
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Date Description  
Fri, May 25

John Mayer On World Cafe

A self-described "control freak," Mayer opens up about how time off allowed him to lose himself in the songwriting process, and plays songs from his new album, Born and Raised.
Thu, May 24

Janiva Magness On World Cafe

The blues singer talks about music informed by tragedy — and plays songs from her new album, Stronger For It, live in the studio.
Wed, May 23

Kent Hartman On World Cafe

David Dye sits down with the author of The Wrecking Crew, a history of the influential L.A. group of backing musicians.
Wed, May 23

Joachim Cooder On World Cafe

The drummer and son of Ry Cooder performs songs from his "soundtrack without a film."
Tue, May 22

Next: John Fullbright

Get to know the young Oklahoma singer-songwriter's unassuming, roots-based take on folk music.
Tue, May 22

Neal Casal On World Cafe

The veteran guitarist and member of The Cardinals plays songs from his album Sweeten the Distance.
Fri, May 18

Rodrigo Y Gabriela On World Cafe

On its new album, the fleet-fingered duo revisits its material with the aid of a 13-piece orchestra.
Thu, May 17

Zeus On World Cafe

The Canadian band brings its '70s-inspired rock 'n' roll sound to a rollicking studio session.
Thu, May 17

Latin Roots: Bachata, Latin Music's Underdog, Grows Up

NPR's Jasmine Garsd discusses the slow rise of bachata, a genre initially shunned in its birthplace.
Wed, May 16

Bassnectar On World Cafe

The electronic DJ/producer discusses his influences and plays songs from his new album, Vava Voom.
Tue, May 15

Loudon Wainwright III On World Cafe

The veteran singer plays witty and sentimental songs from his new album, Older Than My Old Man Now.
Mon, May 14

Next: Said The Whale

Download a song by the Canadian band, which glides between toe-tapping pop and beautiful crooning.
Mon, May 14

World Cafe Looks Back: Beck

In this 20th-anniversary special, David Dye examines the music of Beck through the years.
Fri, May 11

The Ting Tings On World Cafe

Hear the synth-pop duo mash up pop and grime on songs from their new album, Sounds From Nowheresville.
Thu, May 10

Polica On World Cafe

Hear the band, known for their interesting take on autotune, play songs from their debut album Give Up The Ghost.
Wed, May 9

Allo Darlin' On World Cafe

The band, known for charming four-part vocal harmonies, plays songs from its second album, Europe.
Tue, May 8

First Aid Kit On World Cafe

Hear the Swedish sister act mix gorgeous harmonies and bittersweet lyrics live in the studio.
Mon, May 7

Next: Allo Darlin'

Get to know this upbeat indie-pop quartet with a flair for the intimate.
Mon, May 7

World Cafe Looks Back: Jam-Boree

Good vibes abound with Phish and Trey Anastasio, The Grateful Dead's Bob Weir, and Widespread Panic.
Fri, May 4

Bonnie Raitt On World Cafe

Hear the blues-rock legend play soul- and rock-infused blues songs from her new album, Slipstream.
Thu, May 3

Latin Roots: The Political Beginnings Of Latin Rock

NPR's Felix Contreras discusses the political inspirations and impact of '70s Latin rock music and plays three songs representative of the era.
Thu, May 3

Band Of Skulls On World Cafe

The English trio plays heavily distorted, guitar-driven, arena-friendly rock songs in the studio.
Wed, May 2

Birdy On World Cafe

The 15-year-old singer got her start on YouTube and Open Mic UK. Hear her perform in the studio.
Tue, May 1

Simone Felice On World Cafe

After two near-death experiences, the Americana singer-songwriter released his first solo album. Hear him perform tracks from Simone Felice on today's show.
Mon, Apr 30

BADBADNOTGOOD On 'World Cafe: Next'

The all-under-21 jazz trio infuses instrumental music with hip-hop elements and youthful energy.
Mon, Apr 30

World Cafe Looks Back: Musicians We Miss

Celebrate the lives and legacies of two American songwriters, Townes Van Zandt and Jeff Buckley, with their intimate interviews from the World Cafe vault.
Fri, Apr 27

World Party's Karl Wallinger On World Cafe

Hear the venerated Welsh singer-songwriter perform songs from his new box set, titled Arkeology.
Thu, Apr 26

Michael Kiwanuka On World Cafe

Hear the rising singer-songwriter play songs from his timeless new record, cover Jimi Hendrix and discuss his collaboration with The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach.
Wed, Apr 25

Daniel Rossen On World Cafe

Hear the Grizzly Bear member discuss and perform songs from his solo EP, Silent Hour/Golden Mile.