Laufey: The World Cafe Interview

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Upon first listen, Laufey's smooth jazz music might sound nostalgic, but make no mistake: The Icelandic 24-year-old isn't some retro-revivalist who was born in the wrong era. She's a musician who could only exist in this generation. Steeped in jazz and classical music since her childhood, Laufey has performed with symphony orchestras, but she also writes confessional lyrics about dating, staying out late and going through breakups. Imagine the sort of lyrics that wouldn't be out of place in a pop song. She talks about this contrast with World Cafe's Raina Douris, shares advice for young listeners just starting to get into jazz, and more. Complete sessions: https://www.npr.org/sections/world-cafe/ Daily Playlists: http://playlist.worldcafe.org/ Facebook www.facebook.com/WorldCafe Twitter www.twitter.com/WorldCafe Instagram www.instagram.com/worldcafe Youtube www.youtube.com/worldcafe #laufey #jazz #interview #pop #rock #singersongwriter #Music #album #worldcafe #npr #nprmusic