Hailu Mergia On World Cafe
A record shop discovery led to the rebirth of Hailu's career, which includes his latest album called Lala Belu.
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Watch Rising Country Star Jade Bird Play 'The Tonight Show'
The 2018 Slingshot artist wowed at SXSW for her super-charged vocal performances, and she matches that intensity with a rendition of "Lottery" for Jimmy Fallon.
Our Spring New Music Extravaganza — And An Important Question
Tons of great music came in during the winter months and time to share the wealth.
The Business Of Being Cardi B
With a major label debut looming, the Bronx rapper's unchecked charm remains her biggest asset — her Swarovski-encrusted skeleton key to the halls of fame.
Sudan Archives' Disparate Sound, Inspired By Jellyfish, Pulls From Everywhere
Violin plucks, finger snaps and a slick flow percolate on "Nont For Sale," the first taste of Sudan Archives' upcoming EP Sink.
Martial Solal Keeps His Mind And Fingers Nimble On 'My One And Only Love'
The Algeria-born French pianist combines serious improvising with a playful attitude on his solo recital album. Critic Kevin Whitehead says Solal pulls listeners along "like a great storyteller."
Haley Heynderickx Debuts 'Simple Song' During Folkadelphia Session
Watch the Portland singer-songwriter perform a new song inside WXPN's World Cafe studios in Philadelphia.
Songs We Love: Bombino, 'Deran Deran Alkheir'
In the midst of thrusting drums, claps and chants, there is the mesmerizing thicket of Bombino's guitar — a clear celebration.
Inuit Indie-Rocker Beatrice Deer Beautifully Animates 'Fox' Folktale
Deer mixes traditional Inuit throat singing and indie-rock in a style she cleverly calls "Inuindie." "I have one foot in both worlds and I think my music exemplifies that," the singer says.
Watch Hollie Cook Perform 'Together' Live In The Studio
Watch the West Londoner and former member of The Slits combine the island sounds of reggae with a pop sensibility on the song "Together."