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Norah Jones; credit: courtesy of the artist

Highlight Of The Week

Jones' poppy jazz has won her millions of fans. Hear her perform a session from World Cafe

 
 

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Brandi Carlile; Courtesy of the artist

Brandi Carlile: 'Ghost' Stories

Friday, November 20, 2009

At times, Carlile's most recent album, Give Up the Ghost, explores a surprising amount of raw, stripped-down territory. At others, she uses heavy layers of rich harmonies, awash in piano, guitar and strings.

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Recently on World Cafe

Thursday, November 19, 2009

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Fanfarlo: Indie-Pop That Soars

Fanfarlo's spiky brand of rock feels both fresh and familiar. In addition to the usual lineup of drums, bass and guitars, the group employs an array of instruments ranging from keyboards and mandolin to horns. The result is a sound that's ambitious yet emotionally engaging.

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Wednesday, November 18, 2009

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OMG! The Cast Of 'Glee'!

Lea Michele (Rachel), Cory Monteith (Finn) and Amber Riley (Mercedes) from the cast of Glee join David Dye to chat about the runaway hit show and its music in this session from World Cafe.

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Jack Penate: Dark But Danceable

On his sophomore album, Everything Is New, Penate exudes a refreshing sense of insight and experimentation. While the music has a gloomy undercurrent, each track is still fun and dance-floor-friendly, colorfully blending classic soul and pop with hints of Afrobeat.

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Tuesday, November 17, 2009

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John Forte: Free Body, Free Spirit

Since his release from prison following a presidential commutation last year, Forte has released a new EP and been actively engaged in humanitarian work. Hear his reggae-influenced hip-hop in this session from World Cafe.

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Coming up on World Cafe

The following artists are slated to appear on World Cafe in the coming days. Listing subject to change.

  • Nov. 23: Tori Amos
  • Nov. 24: Steve Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers
  • Nov. 25: One eskimO
  • Nov. 26: Rosanne Cash
  • Nov. 27: Rodrigo y Gabriella
 
 
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