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"East of Havana" is a new documentary about the struggle of hip-hop artists in Cuba. Today, the film's creators explain how they focus on the lives and friendship of three young rappe... (episode)
David Byrne has been called “perhaps the single greatest influence on the current generation of indie rockers." Today he joins us to talk about creativity, copyright, and why he’s wr... (episode)
She is arguably the world's most famous widow: often maligned, largely mysterious Japanese avant-garde artist whose relationship with John Lennon made her a polarizing force in the mu... (episode)
Many people suffer guilt over their messy desks and homes. Today: we look at how a little disorder can actually benefit creativity and art. Send us a photo of your mess and then tune ... (episode)
A new documentary, "Screamers," tells the story of how the 1915 Armenian genocide in Turkey informs the music and activism of the multi-platinum metal band System Of A Down. We talk t... (episode)
While CEOs are gathering in Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum, lefties are in Nairobi for the World Social Forum. Today we look at which musicians are aligning themselve... (episode)
It's been 50 years since the legendary soul label Stax opened its doors in Memphis, Tenn. It went bankrupt in 1975, but it's now being reactivated this year with a host of deluxe reis... (episode)
Mayor Bloomberg recently announced that more public art is planned for 2007. Today: we look at “How much is too much?” with the video-artist who turned MoMA into a drive-in, Doug Aitk... (episode)
There's more to the Grateful Dead than tie-dyed shirts and drug-fueled improvisation. Today, a look why their music is more complex than you may think -- and how they inspire today's ... (episode)
Performing arts presenters are all over New York this week looking for stars and booking shows. We discuss what it takes to get a booking in 2007. Also: Cape Verdian singer Sara Tavar... (episode)