David Dye doesn't know how many artists he's interviewed. Even the World Cafe staff, he admits, has lost count. But listeners can read the cream of the crop in the new volume The Best of World Cafe: Great Conversations from NPR's Most Popular Contemporary Music Show. Josh James talks with Dye about his favorite moments from the show, artist quirks, and what happens when the question doesn't come out quite right (hint: you may find your appearance critiqued by Jewel).
"I've always pulled for the bad guys," says Chuck Prophet. On his latest record, the indie-rocker channels the Rolling Stones, Tom Petty, and a host of other artists - all the while maintaining his own sound. WUKY's Mike Graves talks with Prophet about the making of Soap and Water.
Garrison Starr is so tired of playing acoustic she could kill somebody. But that didn't stop WUKY's Mike Graves from braving an interview with the modern Mississippi folk chanteuse.
Can religion and faith become uniting forces again? Kentucky State Treasurer Jonathan Miller believes they can. In an interview with Tonic's Greg Davis, Miller elaborates on his vision for a "compassionate community."
The Airstream King, the Cinder Block Serenader, the RV Artiste - whatever you call him, Antsy McClain knows how to make a scene. Hear the Adult Rock interview with Mike Graves.
The members of newgrass sensation Nickel Creek say they're enjoying their Farewell (For Now) Tour, but fans can't help but wonder when the group will return. Tonic's Joe Conkwright talks with Sean Watkins.
Veteran singer/songwriter David Wilcox says a great song is like a deep conversation with a stranger - right away. Tonic's Greg Davis had an actual one-on-one with the folk singer about the roots of his music.
