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This Day in Music History: The Million Dollar Quartet impromptu recording session at Sun Studio in 1956

Second Take: Two versions of "Wheels"
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Coffee Break: The Byrds alumnus Chris Hillman was born today in 1942

Producer Spotlight: David Briggs, best known for his work with Neil Young and his band Crazy Horse

Artist of the Week: Chris Hillman

Daily Dylan: Bob Dylan's 1984 album Real Live
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Like your best pair of cozy socks and a hot toddy, Anna St. Louis has a voice that can warm you right up. Anna talks about being inspired by Willie Nelson, Mazzy Star and Neil Young, and performs music from her album which was produced by Kevin Morby. Anna St Louis on the next World Cafe.
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This Day in Music History: Sonny Boy Williamson II, born Aleck "Rice" Miller, in Glendora, MS, 1912

Family Connection: The Wainwrights
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Coffee Break: The Rolling Stones released Let It Bleed 49 years ago today

Producer Spotlight: David Briggs, best known for his work with Neil Young and his band Crazy Horse

Artist of the Week: Chris Hillman

Daily Dylan: Bob Dylan's 1984 album Real Live
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Hozier took a stand against homophobia with his dramatically beautiful hit "Take Me to Church." Now, on the title track to his latest EP "Nina Cried Power," he pays tribute to those who try to create change with the help of Mavis Staples. He talks about working with her, what he learned with his early success, and performs live on the next World Cafe.
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This Day in Music History: Paul Simon has his first #1 LP in the US with Still Crazy After All These Years in 1975

Live on WUMB: Sean Rowe
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Coffee Break: Peter Buck of REM was born this day in 1956

Producer Spotlight: David Briggs, best known for his work with Neil Young and his band Crazy Horse

Artist of the Week: Chris Hillman

Daily Dylan: Bob Dylan's 1984 album Real Live
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Soft power is the act of using coercion rather than force to change things. On Doe Paoro's (AKA Sonia Kreitzer) new record of the same name, she uses the concept to address the changes she wanted to make in her life. She also talks about being a yogi, and the art of silent meditation. Doe Paoro performs live on the next World Cafe
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New Music: Brendan and Jay play two new tracks

This Day in Music History: Tom Waits born in Pomona, CA, 1949

Local Spotlight: TBA
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Coffee Break: Tom Waits was born 69 years ago in Pomona, CA

Producer Spotlight: David Briggs, best known for his work with Neil Young and his band Crazy Horse

Artist of the Week: Chris Hillman

Daily Dylan: Bob Dylan's 1984 album Real Live
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A bunch of brilliant songwriters, a rented house in New Mexico, liberal amounts of tequila, and only a week to record - that is what went into Glorietta's self titled debut. It's full of sweaty raucous songs, but there's surprising emotional depth there too. They play songs from it and one from the brand new follow up EP Mas Glorietta.
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It was a day that Beatle fans all over the world will never forget. Dec 8th was the day that peace monger, musician and artist John Lennon was murdered outside of his apartment building in New York City. We'll look back at that dreadful day in 1980, but we'll also celebrate the life of John Lennon with two hours of his music.
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Legendary singer-songwriter Tom Waits, who turns 69 this week, is featured; Albert also remembers the late great Dan Hicks.
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Host Scott Alarik remembers one of the godfathers of the blues, Blind Willie Johnson, with a mix of storytelling and recordings of the legendary guitarist.

Malcolm Holcombe, guitarist out of Asheville, NC, joins us in studio this week. He'll curate an hour of music and talk as our guest DJ.

Drive-By Truckers have always been outspoken, telling a distinctly American story via craft, character, and concept, all backed by sonic ambition and social conscience. Founded in 1996 by singer/songwriter/guitarists Mike Cooley and Patterson Hood, the band have long held a progressive fire in their belly but with American Band, they have made the most explicitly political album in their extraordinary canon. Daniel Norgen, Jessica Lea Mayfield, and James Maddock round out the setlist.
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This week Holly debuts new records from Popa Chubby, Old Riley & the Water, and Ruth Wyand. Big Mama Thornton will also feature as Holly wishes her a happy birthday.
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Buffie takes a deep dive into the unique sounds of women rockabilly singers as it evolved over more than a century.
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We're joined by the powerhouse group Lake Street Dive, as they headline Red Rocks Amphitheater for the first time. If you're not yet familiar with them, LSD is renowned for their dynamic mix of alt-pop, rock, jazz and R&B, plus stellar vocals. And they come with their newest addition to the band, vocalist/keyboardist Akie Bermiss, the most recent band member to be added. Also stopping by is popular singer/songwriter Josh Ritter.
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Addiction is a family disorder. We'll talk about strategies families can use to cope with a loved one in active addiction, and how they can heal throughout the recovery process. Diana Clark, a specialist in addiction and family systems and the author of "Addiction Recovery: A Family's Journey", joins us to share her knowledge and insights.
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Guest: Arthur Eiesnkraft, Director of the Center Science and Math in Context (Cosmic) at Umass Boston
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It's a blues and country showdown on American Routes with two instrumental showmen. Jerry Douglas is a master of the dobro, and a favorite session man and band member for so many musicians: from Allison Krauss to Elvis Costello. We'll talk to Jerry about his 2012 project, Traveler, which lead him beyond bluegrass to New Orleans. Then, a visit with the acrobatic bluesman Guitar Shorty, who shares some history on his times traveling the Chitlin Circuit.
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Host Dana Westover stays in Africa this week, featuring the unique beats of Kenya, Tanzania and the Horn of Africa (where he meant to arrive earlier, but the music on the road up there has been too good to pass up!)
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In remembrance of a day that will live in infamy, Gail features maritime selections from Dan Miller, Louis Killen, Mick Moloney, Robbie O'Connell, and many more.
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Coffee Break: Take a midmorning break with Randi as she pauses to remember important figures in music history

Producer Spotlight: Bob Dylan produced a few of his own albums; Randi will talk about his time in the studio and play a few of those tracks.

Artist of the Week: Beth Orton

Daily Dylan: Producer John Hammond was born this week in 1910. We?ll remember his legacy by featuring some of the tracks he produced for Dylan
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