World Cafe Playlist for 06/24/2026
John Morrison joins host Raina Douris
Back in 1985, Philadelphia saw the founding of one of music’s most influential singing groups. They called themselves Boyz II Men. On an Encore edition of the World Cafe, correspondent and author John Morrison joins us to talk about his book, Boyz II Men: 40th Anniversary Celebration. For Sense of Place Philadelphia, we dive into the career of Boyz II Men and their genre spanning influences, from doo-wop to hip-hop.
Today’s Playlist
The Spinners “Mighty Love” The Best Of The Spinners
Boyz II Men “Motownphilly” Cooleyhighharmony
Boyz II Men “End of the Road” Cooleyhighharmony
Boyz II Men “I Only Have Eyes For You” Under the Streetlight
Boyz II Men “I’ll Make Love to You” II
Radiohead “Let Down” OK Computer
G. Love & Special Sauce “I-76” Yeah, It’s That Easy
Soul Survivors “Expressway To Your Heart” When The Whistle Blows, Anything Goes
The Hooters “All You Zombies” Nervous Night
Fleet Foxes “Can I Believe in You” WC Rec
Devon Gilfillian “Hold On (Hourglass)” Time Will Tell
Catbite “Call Your Bluff” Nice One
Ween “Freedom of ’76” Chocolate and Cheese
The Flaming Lips “Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots” Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots
Hour Two
Weezer “We Might As Well Be Strangers (feat. Wednesday)” Weezer (The Gold Album)
Patti Smith “Dancing Barefoot” Wave
David Byrne “Dirty Old Town” Rei Momo
Goose “Good2B” Big Modern!
The Weather Station “Parking Lot” WC Rec
Snacktime “Sunshine” Recorded Live for World Cafe
Snacktime “The High Life” Recorded Live for World Cafe
Snacktime “Enough” Recorded Live for World Cafe
Wet Leg “Too Late Now” Wet Leg
Andrew Sa “Under You” American Rough
Brandi Carlile “Right On Time” In These Silent Days
Little Feat “Willin'” Sailin’ Shoes
Neville Brothers “Hey Pocky Way” Fiyo on the Bayou
Aretha Franklin “(Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You’ve Been Gone” Lady Soul
Tedeschi Trucks Band “Future Soul” Future Soul