Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová have recently released their first new music together as The Swell Season in 16 years. On the next World Cafe, the Oscar-winning duo discuss the ways their personal and songwriting relationship has changed over time, and they…

Los Angeles singer Jordana has shapeshifted throughout her career. From bedroom indie to club style pop, her latest album embraces the sound of her backyard, Laurel Canyon. Jordana joins us to talk about growing up playing violin, and after years…

Kamasi Washington is one of the biggest names in contemporary jazz. He calls his third album, Fearless Movement, a “dance record,” but he views dance as movement and expression. It features appearances from George Clinton, BJ the Chicago Kid, Thundercat,…

After the massive success of Purple Rain, Prince took a left turn in 1985 with his more psychedelic album, Around the World in a Day. On the next World Cafe, correspondent John Morrison talks about the influences inspiring Prince at the time, and explains…