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A traditional tango band with contemporary influences, Bajofondo Tango Club shortened its name to Bajofondo in order to better incorporate its many influences and styles. Hear Bajofondo's inventive Latin fusion on WXPN's World Cafe: Next, with host David Dye.

Education and musicians in residence fuel a robust contemporary classical scene in the Texas city. It's supported by the success of the Houston Symphony and local public radio, which has helped build an open-minded audience for music that's both cerebral and fun.

Since the early '90s, Escovedo's solo albums have quietly cast him as an artist of note. He's come a long way since his bands Rank And File and True Believers, which both looked at roots-rock music in new ways yet only achieved cult status. Slowly but surely, Escovedo is getting his due.

Dr. Dog's fifth album, Fate, has already drawn great praise from critics and fans. Here, the rapidly rising Philly band performs four songs with the legendary Steve Lillywhite at the production board. The group remains true to its bouncy rock style throughout the set, mixing intricate harmonies with '60s pop beats.

The solo LP from the Elephant 6 collective member is dense, but its antique nostalgia is beautiful.

A literary bent informs the Idaho native's clever, imaginative story-songs, which are finally earning attention in the U.S. After releasing five albums in seven years, Ritter stopped by Mountain Stage during a recent tour.

At 20, the guitarist and songwriter from Glasgow has already sold 1 million copies of her debut album overseas. On the eve of the U.S. release of This Is the Life, MacDonald played a few songs and spoke with Scott Simon.

He's put out hit records for half a century, toured with the Beach Boys, even hosted his own TV show. So why is the latest album from the indefatigable country-pop singer called Meet Glen Campbell?

The singer-songwriter played from her most recent album, the personal and poetic Black Cadillac, in a multimedia performance of songs that radiate reflection and mourning. In the process, she tapped into the legendary oeuvre of her late father, Johnny Cash.

One of the most successful and popular bands of the decade, Coldplay has made its name with introspective pop hits. But its new album marks a step in a different direction. Hear an interview with Coldplay as it stops by WXPN's World Cafe with David Dye.