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Ben Howard

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June 28, 2012 – The U.K. phenomenon sings his standout, haunting folk song called "Depth Over Distance". KCRW

JD McPherson performs in Portland for opbmusic.org.

Watch JD McPherson: From Little Kids To Little Richard OPB

June 28, 2012 – Watch the former schoolteacher perform a feisty blend of blues, rockabilly and rock 'n' roll. OPB

Joe Pug.

Watch Joe Pug: 'Hymn' For A Lasting Relationship FolkAlley

June 21, 2012 – "Hymn #76" isn't a starry-eyed tale of soap-opera love, but a tender song of faith and commitment. FolkAlley

Ane Brun in studio at KCRW.

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June 20, 2012 – The Norwegian singer dances her way through a performance of her single, "Do You Remember," on KCRW. KCRW

Christian McBride (right) with Peter Martin at KPLU.

Watch Christian McBride: The Bass Boss Jazz24

June 14, 2012 – The "go-to" jazz bassist dishes on his mentor, Ray Brown, and performs with pianist Peter Martin. Jazz24

Kimbra performs on KCRW's Morning Becomes Eclectic.

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June 13, 2012 – Watch the New Zealand pop star perform "Come Into My Head" for KCRW's Morning Becomes Eclectic. KCRW

Gregoire Maret at WBGO.

Listen Gregoire Maret: Harmonica With Legs WBGO

June 12, 2012 – A restless creative spirit (and stage presence), Maret performs tunes from his self-titled debut. WBGO

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Cold Specks' Al Spx.

Listen Cold Specks: Singing The 'Graceful' Blues KUT

June 7, 2012 – Cold Specks' Al Spx visits KUT to discuss the origins of her band, her moniker and her debut. KUT

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Esperanza Spalding performs for "Morning Becomes Eclectic."

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June 6, 2012 – Watch Spalding and her brass band perform "Smile Like That" from her new album, Radio Music Society. KCRW

Pianist Vanessa Perez performs at NPR in Washington, D.C.

Listen Kept From Playing Piano, Vanessa Perez Pushes Through To Success APM

June 4, 2012 – A rising Venezuelan pianist explains how she overcame her mother's fears to pursue her destiny. APM

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Emeli Sandé in studio at The Current.

Read Emeli Sande: A Pop Belter For Everyone KCMP

June 2, 2012 – Watch Sandé give a poised, magnetic performance sure to satisfy fans of classic soul and R&B. KCMP

Jack DeJohnette.

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May 31, 2012 – Hear the veteran drummer perform two songs with pianist Chick Corea and bassist Stanley Clarke. Jazz24

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Father John Misty's J. Tillman performs on KCRW's "Morning Becomes Eclectic."

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May 30, 2012 – The adventurous alter ego of Fleet Foxes' former drummer comes alive in this session from KCRW. KCRW

Trampled by Turtles recently brought its introspective bluegrass and folk music to the Current.

Watch Trampled By Turtles: Midwest Bluegrass Royalty KCMP

May 29, 2012 – The band performs songs at The Current and discusses its intimate but universal take on bluegrass. KCMP

Alialujah Choir on opbmusic.org.

Watch Alialujah Choir: Bowler Hats And Harmonies opbmusic

May 24, 2012 – This Portland trio lives by two rules: Have fun and harmonize. Watch it back that up for OPBmusic. opbmusic

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