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The Roots' ?uestlove on stage during his collaboration with singer Keren Ann, "Philly-Paris Lockdown," part of the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts.

The Roots' ?uestlove on stage during his collaboration with singer Keren Ann, "Philly-Paris Lockdown," part of the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts.

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?uestlove's 'Philly-Paris Lockdown' On World Cafe

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Hear an interview with The Roots' drummer about his recent collaboration with singer Keren Ann.

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Ellis PaulParis In A DayA Carnival of Voices
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  • "Paris In A Day"
  • Album: A Carnival of Voices
  • Artist: Ellis Paul
  • Released: 1996
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Grace Potter & The NocturnalsParisRecorded Live at the XPoNential Music Festival 
Joni Mitchell Free Man in ParisCourt & Spark
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  • Album: Court & Spark
  • Artist: Joni Mitchell
  • Released: 1990
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Beth OrtonParis TrainDaybreaker
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  • Album: Daybreaker
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  • Released: 2002
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Nocturn No. 4Recorded Live for the World Cafe 
David's NocturnRecorded Live for the World Cafe 
The Deaf and Blind (Ma Mere LRecorded Live for the World Cafe 
Medallion (Effronterie Too)Recorded Live for the World Cafe 
La Courbe De Tes Yeux (Images 2.0)Recorded Live for the World Cafe 
Mirroirs 3.5Recorded Live for the World Cafe 
Tango Deux Recorded Live for the World Cafe 
Procol HarumConquistadorBest Of Procol Harum
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  • Album: Best Of Procol Harum
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  • Released: 2002
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John CaleParis 1919Paris 1919
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  • "Paris 1919"
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  • Released: 1973
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Death Cab For CutieYou're A TouristCodes and Keys
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  • "You're A Tourist"
  • Album: Codes and Keys
  • Artist: Death Cab For Cutie
  • Released: 2011
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Robbie RobertsonWhen The Night Was YoungHow to Become Clairvoyant
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  • "When The Night Was Young"
  • Album: How to Become Clairvoyant
  • Artist: Robbie Robertson
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The ImpressionsPeople Get ReadyThe Anthology 1961-1977
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  • "People Get Ready"
  • Album: The Anthology 1961-1977
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  • Released: 1992
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Thao & MirahHow Dare YouThao & Mirah
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Joe JacksonIs She Really Going Out With Him?Look Sharp
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  • Album: Look Sharp
  • Artist: Joe Jackson
  • Released: 1990
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  • Artist: The Cars
  • Released: 2011
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Gillian WelchLook At Miss OhioSoul Journey
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  • Album: Soul Journey
  • Artist: Gillian Welch
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  • Released: 1968
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Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit CodeineHere We Rest
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