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Divine Fits.

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October 12, 2012 – The band features members of Spoon, Wolf Parade, Handsome Furs and New Bomb Turks. WXPN

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Patrick Watson (right).

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October 11, 2012 – Watson makes music the way some directors make film: in three dimensions and with lots of emotion. WXPN

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Debo Band.

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October 10, 2012 – With its Ethiopian roots, the group infuses its worldly sound with funk, R&B, rock and brass music.

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The Tallest Man on Earth.

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October 8, 2012 – Hear Swedish singer Kristian Matsson perform songs from his new album, There's No Leaving Now. WXPN

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Moon Taxi.

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October 8, 2012 – The Nashville band updates its jam-rock sound with a mix of electronic, hip-hop and soul music. WXPN

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Idania Valdés.

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October 4, 2012 – Revisit a 1998 conversation with Ry Cooder about one of his signature music projects. WXPN

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Pedro Martinez performs at Juilliard.

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October 4, 2012 – Catalina Maria Johnson returns to World Cafe for a segment about a unique cultural blend. WXPN

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David Wax Museum.

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October 3, 2012 – The band captures a mix of Americana and Latin influences on its new album, Knock Knock Get Up. WXPN

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Iris DeMent.

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October 2, 2012 – The roots-folk singer talks to David Dye about Sing the Delta, her first album in eight years. WXPN

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The Lighthouse and the Whaler.

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October 1, 2012 – The Cleveland band has released its second album. Download a track from This Is an Adventure. WXPN

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JD McPherson.

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October 1, 2012 – The blues-rock guitarist released his debut album after his "North Side Gal" became a viral hit. WXPN

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Yasek Manzano.

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September 27, 2012 – Hear the music of an exciting young trumpeter from Havana, as well as a brief history of Cuban jazz. WXPN

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Hacienda.

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September 26, 2012 – Known for energetic shows, the Tex-Mex band recorded its new album, Shakedown, with Dan Auerbach. WXPN

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Husky.

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September 25, 2012 – The Australian band has come a long way from a makeshift recording bungalow in Melbourne. WXPN

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Lightning Love.

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September 24, 2012 – Download a track in which heavy synths and catchy piano parts form twee, unexpectedly charming pop. WXPN

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