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World Cafe^® with David Dye

Bassnectar this Wednesday on World Cafe from WXPN and NPR Music.

Today: Lorin Ashton, better known as Bassnectar, showcases his inventive brand of electronic music on Vava Voom.
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The Spinto Band Residency - 05/15/12
Kung Fu Necktie
Justin Townes Earle with Tristen - 05/19/12
TLA - Theatre of the Living Arts
Reggie Watts - 05/19/12
Trocadero Theatre
Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express - 05/24/12
World Cafe Live - Philadelphia
Nikka Costa - 05/25/12
Sellersville Theater 1894

XPoNential Music Festival

Wilco comes to town Saturday7/21 with The Avett Brothers and Dr. Dog! Photo-by Austin Nelson

3-Day Passes are available NOW with your Membership Pledge! Includes two t-shirts and free lawn seat admission to Wilco | The Avett Brothers | Dr. Dog, and Sunday July 22 Counting Crows at the Susquehanna Bank Center. Details Here!

Featured Album

This week on XPN, we double down on our featured album. As the weather warms up, two of our favorite bands from the region release albums that are perfect for your summertime soundtrack. Read the Reviews!!

Live Concert Broadcast

Tune in TONIGHT for a live concert broadcast featuring Grace Potter & The Nocturnals! RSVP for a special SATURDAY Free At Noon at the new Penn Park!
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Making Time RADio

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JD McPherson - Artist To Watch May 2012

Stemming from Oklahoma, roots rocker JD McPherson just released his highly anticipated Rounder Records debut album. His true-blue... More on This Artist to Watch

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