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Devon Gilfillian Puts His Love Of Nigerian Psychedelic Rock Into 'Get Out And Get It'

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Devon Gilfillian Puts His Love Of Nigerian Psychedelic Rock Into 'Get Out And Get It'

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March 20, 2019 • World Cafe premieres this tightly syncopated groove from Gilfillian which draws on the vibes of '70s Afro-rock and funk.

Slingshot Scenes: 10 Must-Watch Music Videos From Philadelphia

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Slingshot Scenes: 10 Must-Watch Music Videos From Philadelphia

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March 20, 2019 • Philadelphia's musicians wouldn't be able to take center stage without an equally robust community of directors and videographers to imaginatively document the work.

New Music From Francis Lung, 'I Wanna Live In My Dreams'

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New Music From Francis Lung, 'I Wanna Live In My Dreams'

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February 28, 2019 • Where Manchester rock band WU LYF skirted a continuum of post-rock and art-rock, the new song by its former member is quite the opposite sound.

Kacey, Margo And More: The Grammy-Nominated Acts That Visited World Cafe In 2018

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Kacey, Margo And More: The Grammy-Nominated Acts That Visited World Cafe In 2018

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February 8, 2019 • Listen back to sessions from 2019 Grammy nominees who have come through our doors this past year.

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Tedeschi Trucks Band Transform Grief Into Impassioned Musical 'Signs'

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Tedeschi Trucks Band Transform Grief Into Impassioned Musical 'Signs'

February 7, 2019 • Veteran blues-rock powerhouses Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks return with an impassioned new album, informed by the deaths of several mentors and family members.

The Power Of Gospel Gets Explored In A New Documentary Series

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The Power Of Gospel Gets Explored In A New Documentary Series

February 1, 2019 • Behind musical legends like Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley and Ray Charles is one timeless genre that spans across lifetimes: gospel music.

Song Premiere: Hear Isabelle Brown's 'What U Waiting 4'

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Song Premiere: Hear Isabelle Brown's 'What U Waiting 4'

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January 23, 2019 • The True Panther artist will release a new EP, 03, in February.

Capitalist Greed Is Child's Play For Leyla McCalla In 'Money Is King' Video

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Capitalist Greed Is Child's Play For Leyla McCalla In 'Money Is King' Video

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January 16, 2019 • The Carolina Chocolate Drops cellist finds modern social and political issues in a 1930s calypso song. Watch the video premiere.

'Hard Case' Is An Upbeat, Shuffling Instant Classic From Tedeschi Trucks Band

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'Hard Case' Is An Upbeat, Shuffling Instant Classic From Tedeschi Trucks Band

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January 9, 2019 • The Grammy Award-winning 12-piece, led by husband and wife Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi, is releasing its new album, Signs, this February.

A World Cafe Holiday: Sharon Jones, Jack Johnson, Betty Wright And More

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A World Cafe Holiday: Sharon Jones, Jack Johnson, Betty Wright And More

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December 22, 2018 • This special edition of World Cafe features holiday performances from Sharon Jones and The Dap-Kings, The Brian Setzer Orchestra, Jack Johnson, The Polyphonic Spree and more.

A World Cafe Holiday

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Cale Tyson Drops The Twang And Picks Up A Torch: Hear 'not healthy anymore'

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Cale Tyson Drops The Twang And Picks Up A Torch: Hear 'not healthy anymore'

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December 13, 2018 • Listen to a mesmerizing new song from the artist's narcissist EP, which turns away from country influences and toward Harry Nilsson, Elliott Smith and early Bright Eyes.

Meat Puppets Come Galloping Out Of The Stable With 'Warranty'

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Meat Puppets Come Galloping Out Of The Stable With 'Warranty'

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December 11, 2018 • The Arizona rock and roll band returns to its core while exploring new territories and sounds.

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

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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.

Greensky Bluegrass Delivers A Windows-Down Rock And Roll Tune 'Do It Alone'

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Greensky Bluegrass Delivers A Windows-Down Rock And Roll Tune 'Do It Alone'

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November 29, 2018 • The Kalamazoo, Mich. band has been playing bluegrass on its own terms for 18 years. And its upcoming album, All For Money, is no exception.

Amos Lee Wraps Himself Around Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' With Pensive Beauty

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Amos Lee Wraps Himself Around Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' With Pensive Beauty

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November 15, 2018 • The Philadelphia singer-songwriter's cover of the 1971 classic is featured on his latest album, My New Moon Deluxe Edition.