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World Cafe

Arthur Buck On World Cafe

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November 28, 2018 • Performing with different techniques, Joseph Arthur and Peter Buck of R.E.M. come together for a mesmerizing performance.

Arthur Buck On World Cafe

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Joseph Arthur And R.E.M.'s Peter Buck Hold Onto Music For Survival

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All Songs Considered

Joseph Arthur And R.E.M.'s Peter Buck Hold Onto Music For Survival

April 11, 2018 • A new collaboration between songwriters and mutual admirers explores human nature. Hear the first single from Arthur Buck, the chiming "I Am the Moment."

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Mountain Stage

Joseph Arthur On Mountain Stage

August 8, 2012 • Though he appears solo in this live performance on the campus of West Virginia University in Morgantown, Arthur uses a variety of looping machines to give the impression of a full band.

Joseph Arthur On Mountain Stage

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World Cafe

Joseph Arthur On World Cafe

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August 18, 2011 • The prolific and multi-talented singer-songwriter returns.

Joseph Arthur On World Cafe

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Concerts

Joseph Arthur In Concert

WXPN

June 16, 2011 • The songwriter and visual artist recently released his eighth album, The Graduation Ceremony. Hear Arthur perform songs from the record live during a midday show at WXPN in Philadelphia.

Joseph Arthur In Concert

First Listen: Joseph Arthur, 'The Graduation Ceremony'

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First Listen

First Listen: Joseph Arthur, 'The Graduation Ceremony'

WFUV

May 15, 2011 • Though he's released several EPs and actively explored side projects, the Ohio singer-songwriter hasn't put out a proper solo album since 2006. Hear Arthur's new one in full until its release.

World Cafe

Joseph Arthur: Not 'Much To Hide'

WXPN

December 11, 2008 • Singer-songwriter Joseph Arthur has always followed an unconventional career path: The Grammy-nominated performer long ago began prolifically self-releasing his albums, many of which bear his own paintings as cover art. Hear Arthur in a session from WXPN.

Joseph Arthur: Not 'Much To Hide'

Music Interviews

Joseph Arthur: Nonstop Rock

November 2, 2008 • Joseph Arthur has had a busy 2008. The singer-songwriter and painter has released four EPs and one full-length album, Temporary People, this year alone. Arthur talks about his new releases, his music style and the differences between music and painting.

Joseph Arthur: Nonstop Rock

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Favorite Sessions

Joseph Arthur: Acoustic 'Temporary People'

WFUV

September 18, 2008 • Joseph Arthur is a versatile and prolific rocker. In addition to playing music, his humanitarian efforts have helped bring art, music and more to children in Northern Uganda refugee camps. For all his sterling credentials, Arthur remains easygoing and casual in this session on WFUV.

Listen Now: Joseph Arthur On WFUV

Concerts

Joseph Arthur In Concert

WXPN

August 8, 2008 • Singer-songwriter Joseph Arthur has always followed an unconventional career path: The Grammy-nominated performer long ago began prolifically self-releasing his albums, many of which bear his own paintings as cover art. Hear Arthur perform live in concert from WXPN and World Café Live in Philadelphia.

Joseph Arthur In Concert

World Cafe

Joseph Arthur: Ethereal Elegance

WXPN

November 20, 2006 • Arthur's music is driven by simple melodies and soaring vocal harmonies. Each song has its own driving force — a wistful backup groove, a driving guitar riff or Arthur's own mournful voice. His music sounds heavily influenced by R.E.M.'s Michael Stipe and Coldplay's Chris Martin, but the inspiration may not be one-sided.

Joseph Arthur: Ethereal Elegance

Review

Music Reviews

Joseph Arthur: 'Our Shadows Will Remain'

October 21, 2004 • Musician Joseph Arthur's fourth full-length CD, Our Shadows Will Remain, is sure to garner critical acclaim and add to Arthur's league of loyal fans. Music critic Christian Bordal recently caught a live performance of Arthur in Los Angeles, and shares his impression of the musician and his stage presence.

Joseph Arthur: 'Our Shadows Will Remain'

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