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The Roots have helped shape the sound of hip hop for nearly 20 years. Now, they're releasing a brand new concept album, called “Undun." Today, we get a preview when drummer, Twitter g... (episode)
It’s time to play the music and light the lights -- The Muppets are back on the silver screen. Today, we take a look at the hardworking puppets and their hit tunes. Plus, a live perfo... (episode)
Up-and-coming artists like Big K.R.I.T. and the rap collective Odd Future are using DIY ethos and internet savvy to bring hip hop’s underground to the mainstream. Today: A discussion ... (episode)
For some music fans, a live show is the ultimate way to experience their favorite artist. Others prefer to stay home. Today: we'll hear the argument against concert going. Plus: a per... (episode)
The Julliard-trained New Orleans pianist has been a rising star in jazz, thanks to cameos on HBO's Treme. Now, he's been selected as the bandleader for Stephen Colbert's Late Show.
It takes an inspired songwriter to write a great original tune. But, the first version of a song isn’t always the best. Today: The art of the iconic cover song – from Eric Clapton’s “... (episode)
Today, we serve the final course in our Eat to the Beat series when neuroscientist Daniel Levitin explains how music affects our sense of taste. Plus, the legendary New Orleans mus... (episode)
In song lyrics, food metaphors can reference everything from gluttony to spiritual enlightenment. But when artists sing about candy, they’ve generally got one thing in mind. Today, ou... (episode)
We launch our new series: Eat To The Beat. Today, recipes are set to song when the Brooklyn band One Ring Zero teams up with the founder of Post Punk Kitchen. And, we ask you to share... (episode)
Creedence Clearwater Revival may have split in 1972, but in the decades since their music has been a pop culture staple, from The Big Lebowski to Glee. Today: A visit from CCR foundin... (episode)
British pop star Adele recently had surgery on her vocal cords – and she’s not the only major music figure to undergo a high-stakes procedure this year. Today, we find out why so many... (episode)