Artist Sessions

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Carolyn Waters - Sunday Breakfast - 2013

3.4.13 at 12:00pm by John Platt

Carolyn Waters is a relative newcomer to music as a professional, having spent many years working in criminal justice, but her songs reflect a concern for social justice and spiritual matters. A member of the Boston music scene, she's been mentored by the great Southern songwriter, Kate Campbell, who produced Carolyn's second album, "On the Verge," showcasing her extraordinary voice and feel for all kinds of African-American music. Carolyn joined me for a probing and soulful session in Studio A.

Lindi Ortega - Words and Music - 2013

3.4.13 at 1:10am by Darren DeVivo

Canadian songwriter Lindi Ortega wasn't exactly born into country music, but she can channel her inner Johnny Cash like nobody's business. She's hit her stride on the new album, Cigarettes & Truckstops, and with her band, Lindi stopped by Studio A to share some of the new songs and some stories of her winding road from Toronto to Nashville.

Robyn Hitchcock - Words and Music - 2013

2.28.13 at 1:30pm by Darren DeVivo

Robyn Hitchcock's otherworldly wit and off-kilter melodies haven't made him mainstream material, but his storytelling and singular point of view are certainly worthy of his passionate fanbase. He returns the affection with the new album Love From London — which is out next week — and Robyn gave us a live, acoustic preview in a recent Studio A session.

The Highline Sessions at Del Posto II - Live Concert - 2013

2.27.13 at 12:15am by Rita Houston

I often say that I major in music with a minor in food, so putting together "The Highline Sessions at Del Posto" with restaurateur, winemaker and FUV Member, Joe Bastianich, has been a labor of love to say the least. The series is a benefit for FUV and a benefit to the ears and taste buds of everyone in the room. In the latest show, Joe and his band The Ramps performed as part of a line-up with John Pizzarelli, Gaetano Valic, The Lone Bellow and Josh Ritter. Listen to highlights here.

Jessie Ware - Words and Music - 2013

2.26.13 at 1:20am by Kara Manning

London singer Jessie Ware released her debut album, Devotion, in the UK last summer to a rapturous reception. Aside from Brit Award nominations and the Mercury Prize Shortlist, this sultry, elegant album has earned Jessie a devoted international following—and Devotion won't even be released in the States until the Spring.