Singer and songwriter John Legend discusses his rise as a chart topping R&B artist. Legend, who won a Grammy for his second album "Once Again", talks about his musical upbringing and his transition from business consulting to performing after college.

A conversation with musical composer David Byrne about his public vs. his private personas and his album "Feelings".

A conversation with musicians Jack White and Meg White of "The White Stripes". They discuss the making of their album "Get Behind Me Satan" and perform their single "As Ugly As I Seem".

"Coldplay" frontman Chris Martin talks to guest host Joe Levy, executive editor of "Rolling Stone" about the success of the band and their album "X&Y".

Guest host Bill Flanagan talks to Elvis Costello and Allen Toussaint about their album "River in Reverse" which deals with New Orleans, Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath.

Guest host Sasha Frere-Jones of "The New Yorker" talks to musician Fiona Apple about Apple's album "Extraordinary Machine", and her career in music.

A conversation with rap impresario Jay-Z about his retirement and film "Fade to Black".

A conversation with rapper and producer Kanye West about his album "College Dropout" and his Grammy nominations.

A conversation with Trey Anastasio, musician and frontman of "Phish", about the band's decision to stop playing together.

A conversation with singer/songwriter Brian Wilson and filmmaker David Leaf about the film "Beautiful Dreamer" which documents the 37-year history of the album "Smile".

A conversation with members of the band R.E.M., including bassist Mike Mills, singer Michael Stipe, and guitarist Peter Buck, about their successful careers in music and their record "In Time: Best of R.E.M 1988-2003".

A conversation with four musicians from the 60's and 70's who continue to make music today: Wilson Pickett, Sam Moore, Mary Wilson and Carla Thomas. They discuss their careers and the challenges of the new music industry.

An hour conversation with and performance by rock icon Bruce Springsteen. Springsteen discusses his years with "The E Street Band", his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the influence of his childhood on his lyrics and music.

A conversation with the members of the Dave Matthews Band. Singer and songwriter Dave Matthews, violinist Boyd Tinsley, saxophonist Leroi Moore, drummer Carter Beauford, and bassist Stefan Lessard share the story of their rise to international fame and introduce their newest record, "Everyday". The band is joined by producer Glen Ballard, piano player Butch Taylor, and manager Coran Capshaw.

An exclusive performance from Grammy Award-winners Sting and Sam Moore, followed by a discussion of their individual work and collaborative project.

A conversation with recording artist David Bowie about his innovator as a musician, his influence on popular culture and the launch of "21", his art publishing house.