Tune in to a Mini-Concert with Richard Thompson
Enjoy a solo performance by English songwriter and guitarist Richard Thompson, recorded at the 2025 XPoNential Music Festival in Camden, New Jersey.
Richard Thompson's Musical Journey
Thompson's roots in rock and roll go back to the 1960s when he co-founded the influential band Fairport Convention. Although his association with World Cafe began later, his presence on the show has been meaningful since his first appearance in 1992.
As World Cafe has changed over the years, Thompson has evolved as well. Transitioning from bandleader to solo artist, he continues to innovate and showcase his unique guitar skills.
Concert Highlights
This session features Thompson performing solo, allowing listeners to fully appreciate his exceptional talent and distinctive style.
"This episode of World Cafe was produced by Will Loftus. The web story was created by Miguel Perez. Our engineer is Chris Williams. Our programming and booking coordinator is Chelsea Johnson and our senior producer is Kimberly Junod."
Author’s summary: Richard Thompson’s solo set at the 2025 XPoNential Music Festival captures his lifelong evolution as a guitarist and storyteller, reflecting decades of musical innovation and passion.
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