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World Cafe

Watch Performances From Public Radio's NON-COMM 2019

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May 14, 2019 • Hosted by WXPN in Philadelphia, the year's convention includes showcase performances by Rodrigo y Gabriela, The National, Kelsey Lu, Andrew Bird And more

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World Cafe

Catching Up With Citizen Cope

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May 3, 2019 • It's been seven years since Citizen Cope released his last album. Now, the singer-songwriter returns to talk about family, justice and his latest, curiously-titled album, Heroin and Helicopters.

Citizen Cope On World Cafe

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Citizen Cope Swings For The Fences And Scores On 'Justice'

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World Cafe

Citizen Cope Swings For The Fences And Scores On 'Justice'

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November 30, 2018 • The hallmark of Citizen Cope's music is his impressive ability to pair deep grooves with wondrous lyrical simplicity. Hear this premiere from Cope's forthcoming album, Heroin and Helicopters.

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Citizen Cope On World Cafe

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April 26, 2010 • An expert at blending musical genres, Citizen Cope (a.k.a. Clarence Greenwood) tells stories with music while incorporating hip-hop beats, quiet piano melodies, a hint of pop and more than a hint of blues. Hear Greenwood's brand of self-styled "urban poetry" in a session from WXPN.

Citizen Cope On World Cafe

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Citizen Cope, Recorded Live In Concert

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February 19, 2010 • An expert at blending musical genres, Citizen Cope (a.k.a. Clarence Greenwood) tells stories with music while incorporating hip-hop beats, quiet piano melodies, a hint of pop and more than a hint of blues. Hear Greenwood's brand of self-styled "urban poetry," live in concert from WXPN in Philadelphia.

Citizen Cope, Recorded Live In Concert

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All Songs Considered

The Best CDs of 2004

December 28, 2004 • 2004 was a year when a handful of artists with their best days long behind them surprised us with their strongest music; Loretta Lynn and Brian Wilson come to mind.

The Best CDs of 2004

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All Songs Considered

The Best Songs of 2004

December 27, 2004 • Below are the 20 most mentioned songs from both listeners and reviewers with randomly selected comments from some of those who picked them.

The Best Songs of 2004

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