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Jack Johnson On World Cafe

Jack Johnson inside the World Cafe performance studio at WXPN in Philadelphia, Penn. Galea McGregor/WXPN hide caption

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Jack Johnson On World Cafe

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In between performing songs from his latest album All The Light Above It Too, he discusses some of his passions with host Talia Schlanger.

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The affable singer-songwriter performs carefree songs from his new album, From Here to Now to You. In a conversation with host David Dye, Johnson praises his wife as the source of his success.

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Jack Johnson Tunes in the 'Static'

Known for his sunny, acoustic leanings, singer/songwriter Jack Johnson is back with a dark, electric record, Sleep Through the Static. Johnson stopped by to play some songs from the album.

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A Holiday Extravaganza From World Cafe

Carole King's new album is titled A Holiday Carole. Elissa Kline hide caption

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A Holiday Extravaganza From World Cafe

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On a special Christmas-themed episode, Carole King, Scott Weiland, Jack Johnson and G. Love all perform live. Plus, World Cafe artists pick their favorite seasonal songs for the music mix.

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Jack Johnson Celebrates His Father With 'To The Sea'

Jack Johnson's new album, To the Sea, pays tribute to a legendary surfer: his father. Hilary Walsh hide caption

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Jack Johnson Celebrates His Father With 'To The Sea'

The singer-songwriter, once a professional surfer, discusses his father's influence and unique Hawaiian upbringing. Johnson is about to embark on a world tour in support of his latest album, and says he plans to donate all profits to charity.

Jack Johnson Celebrates His Father With 'To The Sea'

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