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Sam Smith's latest album, The Thrill of It All, is out Nov. 3.

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'It's Scary Being As Open As I'm Being:' Sam Smith On 'The Thrill Of It All'

4:54pm November 02, 2017

by Barton Girdwood

The singer's latest album is packed with lessons he learned in a few years away from the spotlight. He shares them in a conversation with NPR's David Greene.

Jann and Jane Wenner at their home on Ord Court in San Francisco, December 1970.

Jann Wenner, 'Rolling Stone,' And The Decline Of Rock 'N' Roll

4:20pm November 02, 2017

by Andrew Flanagan

Joe Hagan's Sticky Fingers, compiled from unfettered access to Rolling Stone founder Jann Wenner, steadfastly avoids hagiography. It can't avoid a sad ending.

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First Watch: Overcoats, 'I Don't Believe In Us'

3:12pm November 02, 2017

by Salvatore Maicki

Hana Elion and JJ Mitchell dance off disillusionment in their pastel video for the YOUNG bonus track.

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Listen To Alt.Latino's Sonic Altar For Dia De Los Muertos

2:43pm November 02, 2017

by Felix Contreras

Our annual sonic altar pays tribute to loved ones who died in the last year.

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Sabrina Claudio's new album About Time is out now.

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Songs We Love: Sabrina Claudio, 'Stand Still'

2:31pm November 02, 2017

by Sydnee Monday

The singer takes her time building a moment between two people who want the same thing.

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The Thistle & Shamrock: Real Hallowe'en

1:41pm November 02, 2017

As the leaves in the Northern Hemisphere woodlands turn crimson, orange and gold, enjoy music that taps into ancient festivals and the turning of the seasons.

Back in 1968, a rising Puerto Rican pop star, José Feliciano, was asked to sing at Game 5 of the World Series.

A Different National Anthem, Before The Nation Was Ready For It

12:30pm November 02, 2017

by Karen Grigsby Bates

"I did it to show my appreciation to America ... I love this country." Jose Feliciano, on singing the national anthem his way. His performance at the 1968 World Series sparked a national controversy.

A still from the video for "Not Coming Home"

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With 'Not Coming Home,' ALA.NI Calls For Love In A Mad World

12:00pm November 02, 2017

by Bob Boilen

ALA.NI says it best: "LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE.Take it where you can get it, cause lord knows we need as much of it right now in this mad, mad world." That's at the heart of "Not Coming Home."

Josh Ritter performs live at WXPN's Free At Noon Concert. Recorded live for World Cafe.

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Josh Ritter On World Cafe

11:13am November 02, 2017

by Talia Schlanger

Listen to the prolific songwriter perform at World Cafe Live and speak with host Talia Schlanger about his latest album, Gathering.

R.E.M. in 1992 (left to right): Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Bill Berry, Mike Mills

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R.E.M. Reflects On 25 Years Of 'Automatic For The People'

10:54am November 02, 2017

by Robin Hilton

Michael Stipe and Mike Mills share some of the stories behind the band's landmark album and how it became an unlikely hit.

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