World Cafe

A “World Cafe specialty show” refers to a special episode of the NPR radio program “World Cafe” that focuses on a particular genre or theme of music, often featuring in-depth interviews and performances from artists within that specific style, sometimes presented as a mini-series or a one-off episode depending on the topic. Sunday 4 pm- 6pm.

Key points about World Cafe specialty shows:

·         Focus on specific genres:

These shows might highlight artists from a particular genre like indie rock, Americana, blues, or world music, giving listeners a deeper dive into that musical space.

·         Curated artist selection:

The show producers carefully choose artists that represent the chosen genre, often including both established and emerging acts.

·         In-depth interviews:

Besides live performances, the specialty shows often feature extended interviews with artists, exploring their creative process and influences within the specific genre.

·         Potential for recurring themes:

Some specialty shows might become recurring segments, like a monthly “New Music Spotlight” or a seasonal “Holiday Music” feature.

Example of a World Cafe specialty show:

  • “Indie Rock Hit Parade”: A special episode focusing on popular indie rock bands with multiple live performances and interviews

Playlist for 6/7/26

  1. *Pearl Jam “Even Flow” Ten
  2. *Joshua Ray Walker “Ain’t Dead Yet” Recorded Live for World Cafe
  3. *Joshua Ray Walker “Blue Genes” Ain’t Dead Yet
  4. *Joshua Ray Walker “Chasing Sunsets” Recorded Live for World Cafe
  5. *Joshua Ray Walker “Shears” Stuff
  6. *Joshua Ray Walker “Outlaw” Recorded Live for World Cafe
  7. *Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real “Set Me Down On A Cloud” WC Recording
  8. *Rosanne Cash “The Wheel” The Wheel
  9. *Crosby Stills & Nash “Pre-Road Downs” Crosby Stills and Nash
  10. *Friko “Seven Degrees” Something Worth Waiting For
  11. *Modest Mouse “Float On” Good News For People Who Love Bad News
  12. *Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars “I’ve Got No More Tears Left to Cry” Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars
  13. *Al Green “I’m Still in Love with You” I’m Still in Love with You
  14. *Florry “Hey Baby” Sounds Like… Florry!
  15. *The Blasters “American Music” The Blasters
  16. *Noah Kahan “We Go Way Back” The Great Divide
  17. *Bon Iver “Michicant” Bon Iver, Bon Iver
  18. *Gigi Perez “Sailor Song” At the Beach, in Every Life
  19. *Broken Social Scene “Not Around Anymore” Remember the Humans
  20. *Leif Vollebekk “Elegy” WC Recording
  21. *The Lumineers “Ho Hey” Recorded Live for World Cafe
  22. *Wilco “What Light” Recorded Live for World Cafe
  23. *Brennan Wedl and Waxahatchee “Six O’Clock News” Six O’Clock News (Single)
  24. *Ray Lamontagne “How Come” Trouble
  25. *Palmyra “Arizona” Restless
  26. *The Wooden Birds “Hailey” Magnolia
  27. *Brigitte Calls Me Baby “Slumber Party” Irreversible
  28. *XTC “Generals and Majors” Black Sea
  29. *10,000 Maniacs “(Don’t Go Back To) Rockville” “Candy Everybody Wants”
  30. *MT Jones “I Don’t Understand” Joy