Norah Jones Is Playing Along
Episodes
Jason Moran
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Madison Cunningham
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GRAMMY-winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Madison Cunningham joins Norah for a thoughtful hang and a set of striking duets on Madis...
Harry Mack
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Josh Groban
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 lo...
The War and Treaty
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 findin...
Martha Wainwright
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Lady Wray
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Lady Wray, the acclaimed soul singer whose powerful voice has earned widespread praise. She joins Norah to talk about the windin...
Dave Grohl
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Y La Bamba
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Richard Julian
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Singer-songwriter Richard Julian joins Norah for a chat between longtime friends and bandmates in The Little Willies. They revisit their fateful first...
Lucius
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Joshua Homme
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GRAMMY-winning musician Joshua Homme joins Norah for a candid, offbeat conversation that covers everything from the creepiness of nursery rhymes to em...
Julian Lage
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
GRAMMY-winning guitarist and composer Julian Lage joins Norah for a conversation that highlights his singular voice in music and a career defined by c...
Bridget Everett
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A comedian, actor, and singer-songwriter, Bridget Everett blends raw humor with emotional honesty. She joins Norah for a candid conversation and perfo...
Nathaniel Rateliff
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
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 yo...
Aoife O'Donovan
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Aoife O’Donovan, the GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter whose work spans an acclaimed solo career along with projects like Crooked Still and I&rsq...
Lucinda Williams
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lucinda Williams, the multi-GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter, joins Norah for a laid-back conversation about writing her book, the experiences behind ...
Questlove and Christian McBride
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This special session features not one but two incredible and incomparable musicians - Questlove and Christian McBride. Both hail from Philadelphia and...
James Bay
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
John Legend
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Nate Smith
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nate Smith, the GRAMMY-nominated drummer, composer, and producer, joins Norah in the studio for a conversation about how he got his start, navigating ...
Sam Smith
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 th...
Jesse Harris
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jesse Harris, the GRAMMY-winning singer songwriter whose work spans from his solo albums to his instrumental group Cosmo, joins Norah for a conversati...
Sarah McLachlan
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah McLachlan, the multi-GRAMMY and Juno Award–winning singer songwriter, sits down with Norah for an open and reflective conversation. They t...
Alessia Cara
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alessia Cara, the GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter known for her honest lyrics and soulful voice, joins Norah in the studio. She talks about how she f...
María Zardoya
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
María Zardoya, the voice of The Marías, joins Norah in the studio. They talk honestly about the joys and challenges of being in a band, ...
Jason Isbell
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Norah sits down with Jason Isbell, the GRAMMY winning singer songwriter known for his raw storytelling, heartfelt lyrics, and souther...
Margo Price
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
To kick off this two-episode premiere, Margo Price joins Norah to talk about her journey, her inspirations, and to reflect on how expansive and divers...
Black Pumas
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As part of a special double episode premiere, Black Pumas—Eric Burton and Adrian Quesada—talk about how they first came together, the inst...
Norah Jones is Playing Along Season 2 Trailer
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Norah Jones is Playing Along returns with a brand new season Tuesday October 21st!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Laufey
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Norah is joined by Laufey, the honey voiced Icelandic singer-songwriter and multi instrumentalist whose modern jazz sound has won her both a GRAMMY no...
Rufus Wainwright
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Norah sits down with the incredible singer, songwriter, and pianist, Rufus Wainwright, to talk about music and family, and to sing in sweet harmony....
Dave Grohl
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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 National
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Berninger and Bryce Dessner of The National join Norah by the fireplace to talk about and play songs from their amazing new album, The First Two ...
Margaret Glaspy
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Margaret Glaspy is a stellar singer-songwriter whose distinct approach has drawn in listeners far and wide. With her evocative lyrics, magnetic guita...
Questlove and Christian McBride
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This special session features not one but two incredible and incomparable musicians - Questlove and Christian McBride. Both hail from Philadelphia an...
Alynda Segarra aka Hurray For The Riff Raff
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today Norah is joined by masterful singer-songwriter, Alynda Segarra aka Hurray For The Riff Raff. Though a Bronx native, Alynda found a grounding mu...
Max Clarke of Cut Worms
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we feature Brooklyn-based singer songwriter, Max Clarke of Cut Worms. He’s an explorative musician, and an eloquent lyricist. Norah and Ma...
M. Ward
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Norah’s longtime friend, the prolific singer-songwriter, M. Ward. Though Matt and Norah have traveled the world together over...
Remi Wolf
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is a singer-songwriter with a powerful, captivating voice - Remi Wolf. Her innovative sound bends the rules of any genre. Norah and ...
Swap with Broken Record Podcast
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re doing something a little different. We’re sharing an episode from another podcast we love called Broken Record! On Broken Record, accl...
Mickey Raphael
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest today is the incredibly talented and versatile musician, Mickey Raphael. His legendary harmonica playing is the hallmark of many songs you ...
Emily King
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our guest today is the immensely talented, GRAMMY nominated singer, songwriter and dear friend, Emily King! From growing up in NYC, to navigating her...
Cat Popper
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Norah sits down with one-of-a-kind singer, songwriter, and truly accomplished bass-player, Cat Popper. She’s toured with Ryan Adams, Grace Potter, ...
Seth MacFarlane
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it’s producing, directing, writing, animating, comedy, voice-overs or singing - Seth MacFarlane can do it all! You may know him as the crea...
Andrew Bird
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Norah sits down with the phenomenal singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Andrew Bird. This episode is packed full of music that features his...
Anoushka Shankar
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Robert Glasper (Part 2)
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the second half of our first two-parter, we delve deeper into Norah and Robert’s shared roots. You’ll hear an unprecedented version of a Norah ...
Robert Glasper (Part 1)
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A fellow piano player, songwriter and Texan, this episode with Robert Glasper was meant to be! Norah and Robert reminisce about their days at Perform...
Emails Episode
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this week’s episode, Norah and Sarah check in with listeners to find out their dream guest and song ideas for the show. Tune in to hear some une...
Bedouine
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Los Angeles based Singer Songwriter Azniv Korkejian, aka Bedouine, has released 3 albums full of beautiful melodies and poignant lyrics. She comes fro...
Lukas Nelson
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s guest is soulful and compelling singer, songwriter and musician, Lukas Nelson. He is the frontman of Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real, w...
Sasha Dobson
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sasha Dobson is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose life has run the gamut from swing dancing in Santa Cruz, to learning instruments...
Rodrigo Amarante
17 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rodrigo Amarante is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist from Brazil whose career has spanned from the immensely popular band, 'Los Hermano...
Brian Blade
03 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brian Blade is a world renowned drummer hailing from Shreveport, Louisiana. In addition to his own group, Brian Blade Fellowship, he’s played with ...
Bobby Hall aka Logic
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bobby Hall aka Logic is a brilliant rapper, producer and musician who has cut through the noise with his message of peace, love and positivity. In th...
Valerie June
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Valerie June is a GRAMMY-nominated singer/songwriter, musician, a yogi, healer, poet, illustrator, children’s author and all around creative. In th...
Chris Thile
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Thile was born to play music! He began playing the mandolin at 5 years old and by 8 was in the popular bluegrass band, Nickel Creek. He went on ...
Marc Rebillet
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 mi...
Mavis Staples
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 throu...
Tarriona "Tank" Ball
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tarriona “Tank” Ball is the front woman of Tank and the Bangas who got her start in the slam poetry scene of New Orleans. Norah and Tank are by al...
Jeff Tweedy
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
Norah Jones Is Playing Along Trailer
17 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
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