The Guy Who Makes The Best Cowbells
He has no signs, no store, no advertising. He's in his late 70s and makes all his instruments by hand. But, as percussionists around the world know, nothing sounds like a Cali Rivera cowbell.
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World Cafe Presents: Frankie Lee
The Twin Cities alt-country singer is joined by Nikki Lane for a gorgeous Neil Young cover.
NPR Music Presents: T-Pain In Concert
To mark the one-year anniversary of the most popular Tiny Desk Concert ever and the 10th anniversary of his debut album, T-Pain played our Washington, D.C. headquarters.
World Cafe Presents: Bad Bad Hats
Watch the '90s-influenced Twin Cities trio perform "Midway" live in the studio at The Current.
The Oh Hellos: Tiny Desk Concert
The nine-piece band brings anthemic joy to the Tiny Desk, with buoyant songs whose underpinnings could still be dark and lonely.
World Cafe Presents: Lizzo
Don't be surprised when this ambitious Twin Cities singer and rapper breaks out nationally.
KEXP Presents: EL VY
Watch the new band from The National's Matt Berninger as it performs "Need A Friend" live in the studio.
Folk Alley Presents: Kevin Gordon
Watch the singer-songwriter spin a tale of faith-healing and the supernatural in "Following A Sign."
Protomartyr: Tiny Desk Concert
The Detroit band's loud, screeching, grousing rock can be profound, poetic and bewildering. Singer Joe Casey barely moves throughout this performance, which only adds to the intensity.
KCRW Presents: Low
Watch the minimalist rock band perform "No Comprende" live in an L.A. studio.