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Brittany Howard Is Seamless From The Studio To The Stage

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Brittany Howard Is Seamless From The Studio To The Stage

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The Alabama Shakes lead singer has just released her debut solo album, Jaime, and it's incredible both on the record and performed live.

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A Sense Of Place Visit To Montmartre, Paris With Keren Ann

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A Sense Of Place Visit To Montmartre, Paris With Keren Ann

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Born in Israel and raised the Netherlands, Keren Ann now calls Paris home.

Keren Ann On World Cafe

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Jack White And Brendan Benson On The Raconteurs' Return

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Jack White And Brendan Benson On The Raconteurs' Return

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Help Us Stranger marks the first Raconteurs album recorded at White's studio in Nashville.

The Raconteurs On World Cafe

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'Don't Stop Believin" Goes On And On, Because We Need It To

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American Anthem

'Don't Stop Believin" Goes On And On, Because We Need It To

Whatever your relationship with Journey's 1981 hit, a perseverance anthem that has itself persevered, there is no escaping the longing it evokes for youth, love and a chance at greatness.

'Don't Stop Believin" Goes On And On, Because We Need It To

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Ric Ocasek, Frontman Of The Cars, Has Died

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Ric Ocasek, Frontman Of The Cars, Has Died

The lead singer of The Cars — the offbeat Boston rock band that became a mainstay of radio in the 1980s — died Sunday afternoon in Manhattan.

Ric Ocasek, Frontman Of The Cars, Has Died

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Bruce Hornsby Seeks Out The Strange

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Bruce Hornsby Seeks Out The Strange

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Bruce Hornsby has an appetite for the unusual that may surprise those who know him best for his 1986 smash hit "The Way It Is."

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The Lumineers Trace The Cycle Of Addiction: 'It's A Progressive Disease'

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The Lumineers Trace The Cycle Of Addiction: 'It's A Progressive Disease'

Wes Schultz and Jeremiah Fraites of The Lumineers break down the three generations of addiction depicted in the band's latest album, III.

The Lumineers Trace The Cycle Of Addiction: 'It's A Progressive Disease'

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New Music Friday: Our Top 8 Albums Out On Sept. 13

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All Songs Considered

New Music Friday: Our Top 8 Albums Out On Sept. 13

The week's best new album drops includes the genre-bending pop of Charli XCX, an ambitious concept record by The Lumineers, the euphoric songs of Emeli Sandé, new Chelsea Wolfe, Sampa The Great, more.

New Music Friday: Our Top 8 Albums Out On Sept. 13

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Japanese Breakfast Has A Full Plate

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Japanese Breakfast Has A Full Plate

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Michelle Zauner has an incredibly rich creative life. She makes music as Japanese Breakfast, scores video games, directs music videos and more.

Japanese Breakfast On World Cafe

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New Mix: Thom Yorke, Wynton Marsalis, Ride, Overcoats, More

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All Songs Considered

New Mix: Thom Yorke, Wynton Marsalis, Ride, Overcoats, More

The tracks Bob Boilen shares on this week's All Songs Considered all have a cinematic quality, from a new Thom Yorke cut for the film Motherless Brooklyn, to Ride's best new album in 20 years.

New Mix: Thom Yorke, Wynton Marsalis, Ride, Overcoats, More

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'We Will Always Sing': Black Belt Eagle Scout Makes Space For The Marginalized

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'We Will Always Sing': Black Belt Eagle Scout Makes Space For The Marginalized

Katherine Paul, who performs under the name Black Belt Eagle Scout, uses the pow wow music of her youth to shape her songs and isn't afraid to assert who they are for.

'We Will Always Sing': Black Belt Eagle Scout Makes Space For The Marginalized

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Craig Finn Is Interested In The High And The Hangover

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Craig Finn Is Interested In The High And The Hangover

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The people at the heart of Craig Finn's songs have seen a lot, but are trying to do the right thing.

Craig Finn On World Cafe

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