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Just a couple of weeks ago, we looked back at the career of the late Robert Palmer, an important music critic and writer. (article)
Though his story reads like a nice stroll through a few of late 20th century's most potent musical subcultures, the reason forty-something Brit Harvey Bassett (a.k.a. DJ Harvey) is ho... (article)
John Hollenbeck"No Boat"Playing at: Le Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker St., Greenwich Village)Get: Tickets | Directions (article)
Where do you think "traditional" music ends and cultural exploitation begins? Or does the whole question of authenticity bore you to death? Jace Clayton, a.k.a. DJ /rupture, has str... (article)
Brooklyn band Bear in Heaven, fresh off a big endorsement from Pitchfork, took the tiny stage at Williamsburg's Zebulon to play songs from their new album Beast Rest Forth Mouth--and ... (article)
Hank & Cupcakes"Sweet Potion"Playing at: Zebulon (258 Wythe Ave., Williamsburg)Get: Tickets (Free) | Directions (article)
Queen Ifrica"Lioness on the Rise"Playing at: S.O.B.s (204 Varick St., SoHo)Get: Tickets | Directions (article)
The pioneering rock critic Paul Nelson documented the rise of Bob Dylan, wrote for Rolling Stone – and signed the New York Dolls to a record label. Today: author Jonathan Lethem talks... (episode)
Lena Horne broke down racial barriers for African Americans in the 20th century. But along the way, the Brooklyn-born singer and actress has battled self-doubt and heartache. Today, a... (episode)
Bonnie Raitt and Taj Mahal first worked together in 1973. But they’ve led separate careers ever since. Today on Soundcheck: two rootsy blues guitarists talk about teaming up again. Al... (episode)