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Norah Jones Is Playing Along

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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. Norah Jones is Playing Along!

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  1. Mike Elizondo (Part 2)

    · 37 min · S2 E55

    Mike Elizondo is back for Part 2, with more music and conversation. Plus, in a special segment, Norah takes listeners inside the creative process behind a song she recently wrote with Mike, sharing how their…

  2. Mike Elizondo (Part 1)

    · 32 min · S2 E54

    GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Mike Elizondo joins Norah to talk about his remarkable career working with artists including Dr. Dre, Eminem, Fiona Apple, Mary J. Blige, and many more.…

  3. Robert Glasper

    · 1 h 32 min · S2 E53 · Explicit

    A fellow piano player, songwriter and Texan, this episode with Robert Glasper was meant to be! Norah and Robert reminisce about their days at Performing Arts High Schools and band camp, and recollect all the alums that…

  4. Angélique Kidjo

    · 53 min · S2 E52

    GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, and activist Angélique Kidjo joins Norah to talk about her roots in Benin, her remarkable career, her humanitarian work, and her new album HOPE!!, including a couple of songs from the…

  5. Linda Perry (Part 2)

    · 49 min · S2 E51 · Explicit

    In Part 2, Linda Perry and Norah keep the conversation going with more stories from the studio and more music, including a song from Linda’s latest album and a fresh take on a classic made famous by an iconic duo.…

  6. Linda Perry (Part 1)

    · 58 min · S2 E50 · Explicit

    GRAMMY-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and 4 Non Blondes frontwoman Linda Perry joins Norah for Part 1, looking back on the songs, records, and moments that have been part of her journey, with some special,…

  7. Sasha Dobson

    · 1 h 13 min · S2 E49

    Sasha Dobson is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose life has run the gamut from swing dancing in Santa Cruz, to learning instruments on-the-fly in New York City. You’ll hear about how she and Norah…

  8. Don Was

    · 1 h 16 min · S2 E48 · Explicit

    GRAMMY-winning producer, musician, and Blue Note Records President Don Was joins Norah to look back on a career that’s taken him from Was (Not Was) to working in the studio with everyone from The Rolling Stones and…

  9. Brittany Howard

    · 39 min · S2 E47 · Explicit

    GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, guitarist, and singular vocalist Brittany Howard joins Norah, fresh off the release of Alabama Shakes’ new album and following two acclaimed solo records of her own. They talk about…

  10. Jeff Tweedy

    · 1 h 12 min · S2 E46

    Jeff Tweedy is a musician, songwriter, author and frontman of the prolific band, Wilco. Norah joins Jeff in the studio to chat and play duo versions of 5 of her favorites songs of his, including ‘Jesus, Etc.,’ ‘Muzzle…

  11. Anoushka Shankar

    · 1 h 28 min · S2 E45

    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,…

  12. Marc Rebillet

    · 1 h 11 min · S2 E44

    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…

  13. Mavis Staples

    · 1 h 31 min · S2 E43

    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…

  14. Meshell Ndegeocello

    · 48 min · S2 E42

    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,…

  15. Finneas

    · 1 h 14 min · S2 E41

    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…

  16. Allison Russell

    · 1 h 06 min · S2 E40

    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…

  17. Brandee Younger

    · 39 min · S2 E39

    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…

  18. Amy Grant

    · 58 min · S2 E38

    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…

  19. SASAMI

    · 1 h 00 min · S2 E37 · Explicit

    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…

  20. Ron Carter & Bill Frisell

    · 49 min · S2 E36

    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…

  21. Arooj Aftab

    · 1 h 00 min · S2 E35

    GRAMMY-winning artist Arooj Aftab joins Norah for a funny hang with stories of their unexpected run-ins over the years. They talk about how they’re feeling about music right now and the quirks of getting older as…

  22. Lang Lang

    · 51 min · S2 E34

    GRAMMY-nominated pianist Lang Lang brings the show its first true classical piece. One of the world’s most celebrated musicians, he’s played everywhere from Carnegie Hall to Buckingham Palace, and has helped bring…

  23. Rachael Yamagata

    · 1 h 01 min · S2 E33 · Explicit

    Singer-songwriter Rachael Yamagata joins Norah for a catch-up on music, life, and what’s next. Norah shares how she first discovered Rachael’s songs, and they perform duets, with Rachael taking Norah’s place at the…

  24. Mike Campbell

    · 40 min · S2 E32

    GRAMMY-winning guitarist, songwriter, and founding member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, Mike Campbell joins Norah with stories from his decades of making music. He talks about his first guitar and his new book,…

  25. Pino Palladino & Blake Mills

    · 59 min · S2 E31

    Legendary bassist Pino Palladino and producer, guitarist, and songwriter Blake Mills join Norah for a deep musical session. They let us in on the instruments they've brought to the studio, challenge Norah with some of…

  26. St. Vincent

    · 38 min · S2 E30

    For the podcast’s first live episode, Norah is joined by St. Vincent, aka Annie Clark, a singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer, and Grammy winner, at the St. Cecilia Hotel in Austin during SXSW. Tune in as these two…

  27. Jason Moran

    · 1 h 35 min · S2 E29

    Pianist, composer, and bandleader Jason Moran brings a deep well of musical curiosity to this episode. From their shared Texas roots to their time on the same label, he and Norah talk about the ways their careers have…

  28. Madison Cunningham

    · 57 min · S2 E28 · Explicit

    GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Madison Cunningham joins Norah for a thoughtful hang and a set of striking duets on Madison’s songs. They talk about writing authentically and the artists…

  29. Harry Mack

    · 1 h 11 min · S2 E27 · Explicit

    Harry Mack, a freestyle rapper known for his jaw-dropping improvisation, joins Norah for an episode where nearly everything is off the top of the dome. Today, he steps behind the drums, shows a different side of his…

  30. Josh Groban

    · 59 min · S2 E26

    Tony and GRAMMY nominee Josh Groban chats with Norah about being a "late bloomer" in finding his voice, life on and off the stage, and their shared love of musical theater. The episode features candid renditions of…

  31. The War and Treaty

    · 1 h 30 min · S2 E25

    The War and Treaty, Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, join Norah to share fascinating stories and a powerful set of songs. They talk about finding their voice together and the experiences that have shaped their…

  32. Martha Wainwright

    · 59 min · S2 E24 · Explicit

    Martha Wainwright stops by to talk with Norah about growing up in one of music’s storied families and carving out her own path as an artist. She reflects on the 20th anniversary of her debut album, and she and Norah…

  33. Lady Wray

    · 1 h 03 min · S2 E23

    This episode features Lady Wray, the acclaimed soul singer whose powerful voice has earned widespread praise. She joins Norah to talk about the winding path that brought her to where she is today, their shared…

  34. Dave Grohl

    · 1 h 37 min · S2 E22 · Explicit

    Dave Grohl and Norah hang out in Foo Fighters' studio to play through some choice songs from his epic career. Dave talks about why he decided to take the hard road after Nirvana, getting lost in the White House, and…

  35. Y La Bamba

    · 36 min · S2 E21 · Explicit

    Luz Elena Mendoza Ramos of Y La Bamba joins Norah for an honest talk about heritage, identity, and songwriting. They share how their roots shape their music and the curiosity behind their poignant lyrics. Along the…

  36. Richard Julian

    · 1 h 09 min · S2 E20 · Explicit

    Singer-songwriter Richard Julian joins Norah for a chat between longtime friends and bandmates in The Little Willies. They revisit their fateful first meeting and their early New York days, leading to the…

  37. Lucius

    · 51 min · S2 E19

    Lucius, the duo of Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, join Norah for a warm conversation about the chemistry that shapes their music. They talk about how their onstage personas transport them into performance, the paths…

  38. Joshua Homme

    · 56 min · S2 E18 · Explicit

    GRAMMY-winning musician Joshua Homme joins Norah for a candid, offbeat conversation that covers everything from the creepiness of nursery rhymes to embracing the human nature of music. They also dive into the story…

  39. Julian Lage

    · 1 h 20 min · S2 E17

    GRAMMY-winning guitarist and composer Julian Lage joins Norah for a conversation that highlights his singular voice in music and a career defined by curiosity and craft. They talk about the universality of music and…

  40. Bridget Everett

    · 1 h 06 min · S2 E16 · Explicit

    A comedian, actor, and singer-songwriter, Bridget Everett blends raw humor with emotional honesty. She joins Norah for a candid conversation and performances that reflect both her cabaret roots and the vulnerability…

  41. Nathaniel Rateliff

    · 59 min · S2 E15

    GRAMMY Award–winning artist Nathaniel Rateliff joins Norah to trace the road that shaped him and reflect on the time it takes to discover who you are as an artist. They explore what it means to sing from the heart and…

  42. Aoife O'Donovan

    · 1 h 08 min · S2 E14

    Aoife O’Donovan, the GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter whose work spans an acclaimed solo career along with projects like Crooked Still and I’m With Her, talks with Norah about when she found the space to become the…

  43. Lucinda Williams

    · 1 h 09 min · S2 E13

    Lucinda Williams, the multi-GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter, joins Norah for a laid-back conversation about writing her book, the experiences behind some of her iconic songs, and how a voice evolves with time. The…

  44. Questlove and Christian McBride

    · 2 h 06 min · S2 E12 · Explicit

    This special session features not one but two incredible and incomparable musicians - Questlove and Christian McBride. Both hail from Philadelphia and have become titans of the music scene, each in their own right. Go…

  45. James Bay

    · 1 h 14 min · S2 E11

    James Bay reflects on his process in the studio, his influences, and the art of crafting a setlist as he marks the 10-year anniversary of his breakout debut, Chaos and the Calm. The BRIT Award–winning, GRAMMY-nominated…

  46. John Legend

    · 45 min · S2 E10

    John Legend joins Norah to talk about his life in music and the ways their journeys overlap. The multi-GRAMMY-winning EGOT artist shares where things really began for him, tells the story behind one of his most adored…

  47. Nate Smith

    · 1 h 05 min · S2 E9

    Nate Smith, the GRAMMY-nominated drummer, composer, and producer, joins Norah in the studio for a conversation about how he got his start, navigating the art of self-promotion in the modern age, and his connection with…

  48. Sam Smith

    · 1 h 09 min · S2 E8

    Sam Smith, the mutli-GRAMMY winning vocalist and songwriter, sits down with Norah for a conversation full of insight and heart. They reflect on how their artistry has shifted over the years, the joy of feeling truly at…

  49. Jesse Harris

    · 1 h 12 min · S2 E7

    Jesse Harris, the GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter whose work spans from his solo albums to his instrumental group Cosmo, joins Norah for a conversation grounded in their years of friendship and collaboration. They…

  50. Sarah McLachlan

    · 48 min · S2 E6 · Explicit

    Sarah McLachlan, the multi-GRAMMY and Juno Award–winning singer songwriter, sits down with Norah for an open and reflective conversation. They talk about Sarah's music schools, the origins of Lilith Fair, and what it…

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