Norah Jones Is Playing Along
Norah Jones Is Playing Along
Norah Jones is a multi-GRAMMY winning singer and pianist who loves playing music with people, so she started her own podcast to do just that. Each episode, she sits down with a different guest for impromptu musical collaborations and candid conversation. Her guests come from all walks of life and every musical style and you never know where the songs will take them. So, come hang out in the studio…Social links:
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Anoushka Shankar
Today we speak with the brilliant, world-renowned sitar player, Anoushka Shankar, who happens to be Norah’s sister! Tune in for stories of the teen years when they first connected, the unique history with their father, Ravi Shankar, through their current GRAMMY night pajama hangs. You’ll hear the h…
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Marc Rebillet
Marc Rebillet is a wizard! You may know him as Loop Daddy or from his many viral videos improvising tracks at home in his bathrobe. And while that might not be Norah’s performance attire, she and Marc do have a lot in common sharing roots from Dallas to New York. This is by far the funkiest episode…
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Mavis Staples
Mavis Staples is pure love and light. She grew up as part of the Staples Singers, a family whose powerful messages of peace rang loud and clear through times of civil unrest. Now, she has solidified worldwide respect and adoration as a solo artist. In this episode, Mavis treats us to many stories, …
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Meshell Ndegeocello
GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, bassist, and producer Meshell Ndegeocello has built a singular career and left a lasting influence on generations of artists. She joins Norah to talk about her James Baldwin project, following instinct, and the connection that comes from playing together in such c…
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Finneas
FINNEAS joins Norah to talk about the organic beginnings that helped shape his remarkable career, from his own solo music to his lifelong creative partnership with his sister Billie Eilish. They also get into the original score he composed for Season 2 of Netflix’s BEEF. Together, they take on his …
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Allison Russell
GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter, actor, and human rights advocate Allison Russell joins Norah for a conversation about their shared musical inspirations. Allison reflects on her powerful experience making her Broadway debut as Persephone in the Tony-winning musical Hadestown, and dives into the mu…
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Brandee Younger
GRAMMY-nominated harpist and composer Brandee Younger joins Norah to talk about finding her voice on an instrument with deep history. They talk about the artists who opened the door for her sound and her serendipitous musical path. Brandee and Norah take on songs that feel intimate, soulful, and de…
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Amy Grant
GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Amy Grant joins Norah to talk about her first album of original songs in 13 years, and the hardships and perspective that shaped this new chapter. They reflect on Amy’s groundbreaking career, from contemporary Christian music to now. You’ll hear songs new and old, i…
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SASAMI
Singer, songwriter, and producer SASAMI joins Norah for a conversation about her distinctive musical path, from classical training on a “random instrument” to creating her own bold, fearless sound. They talk about the artists who inspired her, give a nod to one they both love, and take on striking …
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Ron Carter & Bill Frisell
GRAMMY-winning legends Ron Carter and Bill Frisell join Norah for a special episode full of stories, deep listening, and remarkable music. With decades of recordings, collaborations, and influence between them, they reflect on a lifetime of playing and join Norah on cherished hymns reimagined, as w…
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