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Alberta Cross performs songs from his new album at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia.

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July 13, 2012 – The U.K. band brings its catchy Americana rock to Philadelphia in support of an upcoming album. WXPN

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Mary Flower and Pat Donohue perform on Mountain Stage in Grand Marais, Minn., at the North House Folk School.

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July 13, 2012 – The guitar-slingers showcase their respective home-grown virtuosity and delightful songwriting.

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Michael Johnson performs on Mountain Stage in Grand Marais, Minn.

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July 12, 2012 – The singer-songwriter and classical guitarist gives a heartfelt, hilarious performance.

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Rez Abbasi performs at the Newport Jazz Festival.

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July 12, 2012 – Hear two Newport Jazz Festival sets, each of which showcases a guitar focus and a worldly beat. WBGO

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Lindsay Mac performs on Mountain Stage at North House Folk School in Grand Marais, Minn.

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July 11, 2012 – Mac developed her own cello technique by playing while standing, as if wielding a large guitar.

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Cheryl Wheeler recently appeared on Mountain Stage, recorded live in Grand Marais, Minn.

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July 10, 2012 – Wheeler possesses a remarkable ability to write both touching ballads and witty social satire.

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John Gorka performs on Mountain Stage in Grand Marais, Minn., at North House Folk School.

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July 9, 2012 – Gorka balances his rich baritone and introspective songwriting with his trademark wit and humor.

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Langhorne Slim performed songs from his new album at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia.

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July 9, 2012 – Hear the singer-songwriter perform music from his new album, The Way We Move, live from WXPN. WXPN

The Boston Symphony Orchestra opened their 75th anniversary season at Tanglewood on July 6, 2012.

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July 7, 2012 – The orchestra marked 75 years at its summer home with an all-Beethoven program. WGBH

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This is Musikanto's first appearance on Mountain Stage.

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July 6, 2012 – The Chicago-based singer-songwriter artfully combines elements of indie rock, folk and soul.

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This is Tracy Nelson's 16th appearance on Mountain Stage.

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July 5, 2012 – The singer's latest album, Victim of the Blues, was almost lost in a fire at her Nashville home.

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Gretchen Parlato performs at the Quad Stage during the Newport Jazz Festival.

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July 5, 2012 – From two stages at Newport, hear a gifted young singer and the Latin side of Herbie Hancock. WBGO

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The Canadian roots rock ensemble's newest album, Kings and Queens, features collaborations with Lucinda Williams, Rosanne Cash, Pam Tillis, Patti Scialfa Mary Margaret O'Hara and others.

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July 3, 2012 – The roots-rock band makes its first appearance as a group on the show to perform new material.

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Grupo Fantasma has appeared alongside Los Lobos, Prince, KRS-One and Spoon.

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July 2, 2012 – The explosive Austin band blends Latin and African styles, reggae, salsa and funk.

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Jukebox the Ghost performs at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia.

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June 29, 2012 – Hear the sunny trio perform songs from its latest record, Safe Travels, on stage in Philadelphia. WXPN

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