Weekend LISTening: 5 Songs You Gotta Hear Right Now
We at World Cafe know there's a lot of new music flying around — so we've selected five current favorite tracks to add to your playlist.
Music & Culture
In New Orleans, There's A Piece Of Music History Around Every Corner
A group of NOLA music lovers has created "A Closer Walk," an interactive map of landmarks like the birthplace of jazz, a recording studio-turned-laundromat and the home of a legendary cornetist.
Bands Prep For The Big Stage At Berklee
Bands and singers get tips on how to perform in front of enormous festival audiences in a program at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.
The Floating Symphony
The America Wind Symphony Orchestra plays concerts around the world. Their stage is a 195-foot long boat. The orchestra's conductor, Robert Boudreau, talks about finding a new home for the ship.
At This Summer Camp, Horn Players Of All Ages Find Community
High-school students hoping to go pro, adult amateurs and professors of the instrument all gather annually at the Kendall Betts Horn Camp in New Hampshire.
Meet Emin Agalarov, Trump-Connected Russian Pop Star
Get caught up on the singer and real-estate mogul in the news for helping arrange a meeting between Donald Trump Jr. and a Russian lawyer.
Fleet Foxes On World Cafe
Lead singer Robin Pecknold says the band's new album, Crack-Up, is the kind of record he's always wanted to make. Hear a live performance and conversation with Pecknold in this session.
Kid Rock Says Michigan Senate Campaign Website Is 'Not A Hoax'
"It's not a hoax, it's a strategy and marketing 101!" wrote the singer of "Bawitdaba" on his personal website.
Across the Blue Ridge #81- Early Grand Ole Opry Stars, New Country, and Fiddler Earnest East
It's another fabulous summer listening program this week, perfect for time at home, a barbeque, vacations, or that long road trip. Hear early stars of the Grand Ole Opry including DeFord Bail
Brennen Leigh On Mountain Stage
The Minnesota-born, Texas-based singer brings her mix of whip-smart lyricism and country swing to Mountain Stage in West Virginia.