boygenius joins host Raina Douris

When Julien Baker, Phoebe Bridgers and Lucy Dacus first joined forces in 2018 to release an EP as boygenius, their musical chemistry was obvious from first listen. With their debut full-length album, called the record, it’s clear that they’re much more than great bandmates – they’re best friends. Julien, Phoebe and Lucy join us on the World Cafe to talk about why friendship is at the heart of their new album.

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Today’s Playlist

Sheryl Crow “Home” Sheryl Crow

boygenius “$20” the record

boygenius “Emily, I’m Sorry” the record

Lucy Dacus “VBS” Home Video

boygenius “Not Strong Enough” the record

Phoebe Bridgers “Funeral” WC Recording

The 1975 “Guys” Notes On A Conditional Form

boygenius “We’re In Love” the record

boygenius “Letter To An Old Poet” the record

Rilo Kiley “Silver Lining” Under The Blacklight

Massive Attack “Be Thankful For What You’ve Got” Blue Lines

Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros “Home” Up From Below

Hour Two
Neil Young “Harvest Moon” Harvest Moon

Sly & The Family Stone “Family Affair” There’s A Riot Goin’ On

Leon Bridges “Coming Home” Coming Home

The Highwomen “Crowded Table” The Highwomen

Brandi Carlile and Emmylou Harris “Take Me Home, Country Road” The Music is You: A Tribute to John Denver

Julia Jacklin “Pool Party” WC Recording

Loudon Wainwright III “Thanksgiving” Career Moves

The Isley Brothers “Harvest For The World” Isley Brothers Greatest Hits

The Cranberries “Ode To My Family” No Need To Argue

Zero 7 “Home” When It Falls

Tame Impala “Why Won’t You Make Up Your Mind?” Innerspeaker

Rosanne Cash “Rules Of Travel” Rules Of Travel

Sister Sledge “We Are Family” We Are Family