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Watch the 2026 AmericanaFest Day Stage live
Watch live performances from the AmericanaFest Day Stage, showcasing the best of Americana, folk and blues.
Watch live performances from the AmericanaFest Day Stage, showcasing the best of Americana, folk and blues.
Watch the 2026 AmericanaFest Day Stage live
Watch live performances from the AmericanaFest Day Stage, showcasing the best of Americana, folk and blues.
Music News
Bruce Hornsby on his latest album, ‘Indigo Park’
The record features collaborations with longtime friends like Bonnie Raitt and Bob Weir, as well as a new generation of artists like Ezra Koenig…
The record features collaborations with longtime friends like Bonnie Raitt and Bob Weir, as well as a new generation of artists like Ezra Koenig…
Bruce Hornsby on his latest album, ‘Indigo Park’
The record features collaborations with longtime friends like Bonnie Raitt and Bob Weir, as well as a new generation of artists like Ezra Koenig…
Music News
Drexel alums’ record label offers pragmatism to local artists
In 2026, artists are essentially required to spend their time (and sometimes money) promoting their work on social media. That can detract from their…
In 2026, artists are essentially required to spend their time (and sometimes money) promoting their work on social media. That can detract from their…
Drexel alums’ record label offers pragmatism to local artists
In 2026, artists are essentially required to spend their time (and sometimes money) promoting their work on social media. That can detract from their…
Music News
How to celebrate John Coltrane’s 100th birthday in Philly
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of his birth, the John Coltrane Estate has launched Coltrane 100, an ambitious global celebration of Coltrane’s life and work.…
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of his birth, the John Coltrane Estate has launched Coltrane 100, an ambitious global celebration of Coltrane’s life and work.…
How to celebrate John Coltrane’s 100th birthday in Philly
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of his birth, the John Coltrane Estate has launched Coltrane 100, an ambitious global celebration of Coltrane’s life and work.…
Free At Noon
MT Jones plays a soulful Free At Noon
Free At Noon regulars and a smattering of new faces were treated to an especially soulful performance today from Liverpool songwriter MT Jones. The…
Free At Noon regulars and a smattering of new faces were treated to an especially soulful performance today from Liverpool songwriter MT Jones. The…
MT Jones plays a soulful Free At Noon
Free At Noon regulars and a smattering of new faces were treated to an especially soulful performance today from Liverpool songwriter MT Jones. The…
Video Sessions
View allKurt Vile – “Zoom 97” (Recorded Live for World Cafe)
September 17, 2026
Kurt Vile – “Everytime I look at you” (Recorded Live for World Cafe)
September 17, 2026
Kurt Vile – “Red Room Dub” (Recorded Live for World Cafe)
September 17, 2026
Kurt Vile – “Rock o’ Stone” (Recorded Live for World Cafe)
September 17, 2026
Zoh Amba – “Eyes Full” (Recorded live for Indie Rock Hit Parade)
September 16, 2026
Zoh Amba – “Weed Eating” (Recorded live for Indie Rock Hit Parade)
September 15, 2026
Zoh Amba – “Eyes Full” (Recorded live for Indie Rock Hit Parade)
September 15, 2026
Zoh Amba – “Triple Cig Night” (Recorded live for Indie Rock Hit Parade)
September 15, 2026
Zoh Amba – “Dead End Street” (Recorded live for Indie Rock Hit Parade)
September 15, 2026
Sylvan Esso on World Cafe I Full Interview
September 15, 2026
Zoh Amba – “OCD” (Recorded live for Indie Rock Hit Parade)
September 11, 2026
Ryan Bingham – “Let The Big Dog Eat” (Live for World Cafe)
September 10, 2026
Ryan Bingham – “Blue Skies” (Live for World Cafe)
September 10, 2026
Caroline Rose on World Cafe | Studio Session & Interview
September 9, 2026
Caroline Rose performs “Yip Yip Yow” on World Cafe
September 8, 2026
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Press Play
PRESS PLAY: New Albums out September 11th
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Indie Rock Hit Parade
Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Zoh Amba
Joining us for this Indie Rock Hit Parade live session is an artist who’s making a fresh start after an enviable career in the…
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Japanese pop, EPCOT Center ambience, and (of course) indie rock: Eric Schuman’s Ears We Trust picks
I’m always happy to take time from listening to music to tell people about the music I’ve been listening to. It’s quite literally my…
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Music News
You’re invited to the next Inside Hustle music industry networking event
Back in May, we told you about how Philadelphia Music Alliance, Philly Music Fest, and we at WXPN were expanding the popular music industry…
Back in May, we told you about how Philadelphia Music Alliance, Philly Music Fest, and we at WXPN were expanding the popular music industry…
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Music News
The War On Drugs just released their first new song in 4 years
2022 feels like 10 years ago, doesn’t it? If not for the countless major events we’ve all witnessed and endured, but also for the…
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