Sense of Place - World Cafe visited Dublin in April 2011. The city was the first stop in our new quarterly series called Sense of Place, made possible by a grant from The Wyncote Foundation. With this feature we hope to give you an idea of the past and present of the local music scene and some pointers for musicians or music-lovers planning a visit. Come browse around and experience the city with us!

World Cafe Celebrates 20 Years on WXPN! - Relive the World Cafe 20th Anniversary Weekend Celebration concerts including live performances from Amos Lee, John Hiatt, Indigo Girls, Rhett Miller, and Tedeschi Trucks Band! Plus The Jayhawks, and Ani DiFranco. Photo galleries, free downloads, and more. You can find it all in the World Cafe 20th Archives!

This Week

Elvis CostelloMonday, February 6

The World Cafe 20th Anniversary Encore Session follows the career of legend Elvis Costello through the past fifteen years.

Jonathan WilsonTuesday, February 7

Jonathan Wilson's debut, Gentle Spirit, channels the '70s rock of Laurel Canyon, where the album was recorded.

The Front BottomsWednesday, February 8

The Front Bottoms showcase driving pop-punk on their self-titled debut.

Nils LofgrenThursday, February 9

Old School is the first record in five years from E. Street Band guitarist, Nils Lofgren.

Craig FinnFriday, February 10

The Hold Steady frontman, Craig Finn, makes his solo debut with Clear Heart Full Eyes.

World Cafe Downloads

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Alabama Shakes "Hold On"

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The Black Keys Studio Tour

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black-keys-150x144.jpg We went to Akron to interview Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney and got a nice tour of their new studio. Watch David Dye in Dan’s ranch-style home and see their very funky studio space.

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Watch Bell X1 Dublin Videos

Bell X-1 & Villagers played for us at the Guinness Storehouse Gravity Bar in Dublin. Here's a video of one of the songs from the session entitled "Velcro." Bell XI performing Sugar High

Bell X1 Performing "Velcro" in Dublin

Bell XI performing Sugar High

Bell X1 Performing "Sugar High"

 
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