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Encore: Elton John on World Cafe

Elton John is not only one of the most famous musicians in the world, but he is also a huge, and humble, music fan. A range of guests join him on his most recent album such as Dua Lipa, Brandi Carlile, Stevie Wonder, and many more. On the next World Cafe, Elton talks about what he learned working with all of them and shares how COVID changed what he wants for his life, and music, moving forward.

Top 100 Albums of 2024

On Dec. 31, we’ll close out 2024 by counting down YOUR top albums of 2024, but we need your help! Choose your top 10 albums

Country Feedback Playlist for Nov 17, 2024

Every Sunday at 11 a.m., our morning host Bob Mosolgo cues up an hour of alt-country, southern rock, Americana and classic country handpicked for Country Feedback.

Nick Lowe on World Cafe

Nick Lowe thought he would never record another album – but this Fall he released Indoor Safari, a record he made with Los Straitjackets. On the next World Cafe, he talks about what led him back to the studio, why Los Straitjackets have been the longest running collaboration of his career, and what he has learned about songwriting, penning songs like “(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding)” and “Cruel to Be Kind.”

Lindsay Lou In-Studio Session

Jeff chats with Lindsay Lou about her new album, Queen of Time, in our In-Studio Session at The Jefferson Center in Roanoke. Hear how her grandmother’s vibrant personality inspired the album, and enjoy three live tracks performed for an audience of WNRN Members.

Encore: St. Vincent on World Cafe

Annie Clark, who performs as St Vincent, has often explored identity and persona in her work. On her latest album, All Born Screaming, Clark cuts straight to the point: exploring life, death, and love. On the next World Cafe, St Vincent discusses making All Born Screaming, working with Dave Grohl and Cate Le Bon, and shares live recordings from the album. She is about to release a new, all Spanish version of the record.