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Watch Live: Southern Streams: The Eclectic Roots Of Americana Music

Don't miss live performances from (counterclockwise from top left) Joan Osborne (photo: Jeff Fasano), Don Bryant (photo: Matt White) and Raul Malo (photo: John Partipilo) and Yola Carter. John Partipilo/Courtesy of the artsits hide caption

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World Cafe

Watch Live: Southern Streams: The Eclectic Roots Of Americana Music

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September 13, 2017 • Moderated by NPR Music's Ann Powers, the program will feature performances and conversation from Don Bryant, Yola Carter, Raul Malo and Joan Osborne.

After Surviving A Nashville Flood, Raul Malo's Gibson Guitar Gets A New Lease On Life

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After Surviving A Nashville Flood, Raul Malo's Gibson Guitar Gets A New Lease On Life

July 29, 2017 • The Mavericks frontman thought his Gibson was gone for good after it was submerged in the 2010 flood. But thanks to a local luthier, the beloved guitar has been restored, ready for more rock 'n' roll.

After Surviving A Nashville Flood, Raul Malo's Gibson Guitar Gets A New Lease On Life

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Raul Malo On Mountain Stage

February 16, 2012 • The vocalist for Grammy-winning act The Mavericks visits West Virginia's most famous stage for an acoustic set.

Raul Malo On Mountain Stage

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World Cafe

Raul Malo On World Cafe

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March 30, 2011 • The singer-songwriter and guitarist has become known for his unique blend of Latin and country stylings. Hear him perform songs from his latest album, Sinners and Saints.

Raul Malo On World Cafe

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Raul Malo Shows His Range On 'Sinners And Saints'

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Raul Malo Shows His Range On 'Sinners And Saints'

October 15, 2010 • Beginning his career as leader of The Mavericks and later as a solo artist, singer-songwriter Raul Malo has long been a fixture in alternative country. But Malo's new album, Sinners and Saints, is a nod to his impressively wide range of influences.

Raul Malo Shows His Range On 'Sinners And Saints'

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Holiday Music

Christmas Music with a Critic's OK

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December 12, 2007 • With 13 days still to go, some listeners might be crying "Enough!" (already) when the carols play. Fresh Air's resident rock critic offers up two Christmas albums that might help make the holiday chestnuts seem fresh again.

Christmas Music with a Critic's OK

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Raul Malo: 'You're Only Lonely'

September 22, 2006 • Raul Malo's new solo album of dreamy, romantic cover songs channels the sounds of Roy Orbison and Etta James. He says the trick was to pay tribute to the originals while doing them his own way.

Raul Malo: 'You're Only Lonely'

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