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Wednesday November 30, 2016

Ought's Tim Darcy Announces Solo Album, Shares 'Tall Glass Of Water' Video

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Ought's Tim Darcy Announces Solo Album, Shares 'Tall Glass Of Water' Video

November 30, 2016 • The leader of Ought detours into soul-searching Americana on his first solo single. In a video full of mimics, he is free not only to pursue various directions, but to make peace with them all.

Ought's Tim Darcy Announces Solo Album, Shares 'Tall Glass Of Water' Video

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Monday November 28, 2016

Margo Price: Tiny Desk Concert

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Margo Price: Tiny Desk Concert

November 28, 2016 • On the morning after Election Day, the Nashville musician and her band visited the Tiny Desk to play three cathartic country songs loaded with new political meaning.

Thursday November 24, 2016

KT Tunstall, 'It Took Me So Long To Get Here, But Here I Am' (Live)

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KT Tunstall, 'It Took Me So Long To Get Here, But Here I Am' (Live)

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November 24, 2016 • The Scottish singer-songwriter plays "It Took Me So Long To Get Here, But Here I Am," from her new album, KIN, live in the studio.

Wednesday November 23, 2016

OK Go's New Video For 'The One Moment' Is Another Mind-Blower

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OK Go's New Video For 'The One Moment' Is Another Mind-Blower

November 23, 2016 • OK Go's latest (and astonishing) video, for the song "The One Moment," took only 4.2 seconds to film. But the whole thing was slowed down to fill the four minutes it takes the band to sing the song.

Tuesday November 22, 2016

Regina Spektor Shares Childhood Photos In Endearing New Video

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Regina Spektor Shares Childhood Photos In Endearing New Video

November 22, 2016 • The latest video from Regina Spektor, for her song "Bleeding Heart," is an endearing, beautifully conceived ode to youth and the awkward stumble toward self-discovery and young adulthood.

Monday November 21, 2016

Tegan And Sara: Tiny Desk Concert

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Tegan And Sara: Tiny Desk Concert

November 21, 2016 • Appearing in the NPR Music offices on the eve of the 2016 elections, the Canadian pop duo crafts acoustic versions of pop anthems like "Closer and "Boyfriend."

Friday November 18, 2016

Sense Of Place Sydney: Jagwar Ma

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Sense Of Place Sydney: Jagwar Ma

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November 18, 2016 • Electronic beats and guitars coexist in this psychedelic dance-rock band. Hear the session and watch a performance of "Slipping."

Sense Of Place Sydney: Jagwar Ma

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Sense Of Place Sydney: Gang Of Youths

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Sense Of Place Sydney: Gang Of Youths

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November 18, 2016 • When World Cafe traveled to Australia recently, we found a passionate new band that's made for bigger stages.

Sense Of Place Sydney: Gang Of Youths

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Watch: Cuba's Yissy García Takes On Tradition In 'Mr. Miller'

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Watch: Cuba's Yissy García Takes On Tradition In 'Mr. Miller'

November 18, 2016 • The drummer and her band, Bandancha, promote Afro-Cuban culture in a visually stunning video for "Mr. Miller."

Why We Need The Avett Brothers Right Now

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Why We Need The Avett Brothers Right Now

November 18, 2016 • The latest video from the band, for the song "No Hard Feelings," is a deeply emotional and, at times, profound reflection on what it means to be human and the ties that bind us.

iLe, Live In Concert

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iLe, Live In Concert

November 18, 2016 • She's known for her work in the popular hip-hop group Calle 13, but Ileana Cabra, who performs solo as iLe, has a quieter, subtler alter ego. Watch her perform live at New York's Damrosch Park.

Attacca Quartet: Tiny Desk Concert

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Attacca Quartet: Tiny Desk Concert

November 18, 2016 • Watch the resourceful young string quartet navigate its way through smoke rings, alligators at Macy's, and the stormy fluctuations of the 18th century.

Thursday November 17, 2016

Jamie Lidell, 'Building A Beginning' (Live)

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Jamie Lidell, 'Building A Beginning' (Live)

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November 17, 2016 • The English singer performs the title track from his latest album, a meditation on love and family, live for KCRW.

Watch Bob Weir Cover Merle Haggard's 'Mama Tried'

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Watch Bob Weir Cover Merle Haggard's 'Mama Tried'

November 17, 2016 • While accepting a Lifetime Achievement Award at AmericanaFest, Weir tapped into the Grateful Dead's roots to pay tribute to the Hag. The performance is from an upcoming Austin City Limits episode.

Wednesday November 16, 2016

Sense Of Place Sydney: Middle Kids

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Sense Of Place Sydney: Middle Kids

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November 16, 2016 • After just two singles, there's already a huge buzz around Hannah Joy and her band.

Sense Of Place Sydney: Middle Kids

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