David Dye

In a session with World Cafe's David Dye, the California trio's members discuss the themes of empowerment in their music and perform songs from The World We Built.

The legendary frontman of The Kinks discusses his new solo album, Americana, which deals in part with his relationship, as a Brit, to the United States.

In a World Cafe session with David Dye, the Austin singer and guitarist showcases his band's soulful sound and chats about the recent changes he's seen in his hometown music scene.

The English folk artist teamed up with the American singer-songwriter and producer for an album of covers, performed live in this session.

David Dye, who steps down as full-time host of World Cafe this week, lists his favorite records that have come out during the program's 25 years on air.

After 25 years, Friday marks the World Cafe host's last day helming the show full-time. Read his farewell note.

On Close Ties, the veteran singer-songwriter looks back on his life and the friends who have held special places in it. Hear a conversation and live performance.

Adams performs the best of his new album, Prisoner, live for World Cafe's 25th anniversary celebration.

Hear songs from the duo's forthcoming release, What Now, recorded live for World Cafe's 25th anniversary celebration.

Frontman Wayne Coyne says he thrives in environments that combine art and chaos. Hear that conversation, plus live performances of songs from Oczy Mlody.

Last heard in a duo with Sam Beam, the California-born singer-songwriter continues her remarkable solo career.

The never-reticent Timothy Showalter discusses how his latest album, Hard Love, deals with the pull between domesticity and the call of the wild.

From Simon & Garfunkel to The Knack, hear a playlist of the songs at the top of the pop charts for each year of the decade.

Steely Dan, Michael McDonald, Sade: Are these classic artists "Yacht" or "Nyacht"? JD Ryznar and David B. Lyons, co-creators of the Yacht Rock web series, weigh in.

All week, we dig into the archives to present our favorite sessions with artists whose work in the 1970s remains some of their best.

The Tennessee singer begins this interview with a curious remark: "I really don't want to be in control anymore, of anything." Hear her play songs from her new album, The Order Of Time.

The blues-rock guitarist nicknamed "The Snake" was once almost a member of The Rolling Stones. Hear him perform songs from his latest album, Snake Pit.

The band, formed after The Black Crowes' breakup, plays in a roots-oriented style it calls "California music."

The Australian singer and Tame Implala bassist goes out on his own for Ripe Dreams, Pipe Dreams. Hear two songs.

The French pop artist shows her love of African percussion and rhythms on her debut album, Zanaka.