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Villagers - FUV Live - 2013

6.10.13 at 12:00am by Alisa Ali

Irish musician, Conor O'Brien releases music under the moniker, Villagers. His 2010 debut, Becoming A Jackal was shortlisted for a Mercury Prize and the title track of the album won the 2011 Ivor Novello award for best song both musically and lyrically.

The latest album, {Awayland} is is equally as stunning as the first.

Conor O'Brien recently joined me in WFUV's Studio A to talk about the new record and play some of the new songs live in studio A. Tune in tonight at 9 to hear a conversation and performance with Villagers or listen here anytime. & Be sure to check out the videos of the performances too!

Tonight On The Whole Wide World: Dance Your Way Into The Weekend

6.7.13 at 1:52pm by Marisa Frydman

Looking for a way to start your weekend off on the right note? Join Rita on tonight's edition of the Whole Wide World as we kick off your Friday night with a dance party. Move the coffee table, call your friends, and get down to these groovy tunes. The music doesn't stop there, Alisa Ali joins Rita in the studio for a preview of WFUV's exclusive live broadcast from Bonnaroo next Friday night. Tune in for songs from Solange and Pretty Lights, as well as music from new bands such as Elastic Bond and Valerie June, as the Whole Wide World plays on.

Question of the Day: Walking Songs

6.7.13 at 6:58am by Corny O'Connell

Join WFUV for Discover the Rivertowns this weekend along the Croton Aqueduct in Westchester County. You can bike, dine and visit a "pop-up" art gallery all accessible by train. Mostly it's a great opportunity to stretch your legs for a nice walk along the scenic aqueduct. So for today's WFUV Question of the Day we're asking for "walking" songs. Leave your suggestions in the comments below and we'll spin a set.

Here's what we played:

WFUV Listeners Sing Snuggle Puppy

6.7.13 at 6:00am by Corny O'Connell

Earlier this week we asked WFUV listeners to sing Sandra Boynton's childrens' book Snuggle Puppy and the results are in. Thanks to everyone who called with their version of the song. We were curious to hear the various melodies readers have used, since the book does not give any indication. Listen for yourself in this montage of just a few versions we collected.

It's Neu Nights Out June 7th at the Neuberger Museum!

6.6.13 at 10:03pm by Janeen Shaitelman

WFUV Program Director and on-air host, Rita Houston and midday host, Carmel Holt will be spinning the tunes at the Neuberger Museum of Art

If your idea of a great Friday night involves art, music, and a cocktail, then join us Friday, June 7th from 6-8:30PM for Neu Nights Out at the Neuberger Museum of Art in Purchase, NY (on the campus of SUNY Purchase).

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