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World Cafe
Saturdays at 2pm to 3pm and 10 pm to midnight
Since 1991, World Cafe has been a premier showcase for contemporary music serving up an eclectic blend that includes blues, rock, world, folk, and alternative country.
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The British jazz musician taps into the magic and curiosity that comes from learning something new on Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace.
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Iron & Wine's Sam Beam joins us in the studio to talk about writing Light Verse, collaborating with Fiona Apple, and how he really feels about adjectives.
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The jazz saxophonist talks about creating a "dance" record, plus Washington performs live for World Cafe.
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The U.K. dub and reggae band perform live at The Jazz Cafe in London.
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We're re-airing some of our favorite interviews with queer music icons throughout June.
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The actress and singer-songwriter takes a more optimistic turn on her third studio record.
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The Ugandan singer-songwriter, now based in Austin, worked with The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach to craft his debut record.
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The Oakland, Calif., band performs songs from their latest album, The Moon Is in the Wrong Place.
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This year's NON-COMMvention lineup includes Beabadoobee, Fontaines D.C., Reyna Tropical and more.
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Canadian musician Dan Boeckner, also known for his work with Wolf Parade, Handsome Furs and Divine Fits, talks about his debut solo album, Boeckner!.