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She was a femme fatale before the term was even around. Today: We hear the tumultuous story of the "loveliest girl in Vienna," Alma Mahler-Werfel – wife of Gustav Mahler, and a compo... (episode)
Join us for a live broadcast in The Greene Space, with performances from two master storytellers: singer-songwriter Suzanne Vega, and indie rocker John Darnielle with his band, The Mo... (episode)
After a five year break, New York’s kings of rock have a brand new album. But, not everyone thinks it’s a royal comeback. Today on Soundcheck: The Strokes get the Smackdown treatm... (episode)
In response to the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan, artists like Justin Bieber and U2 have donated songs to an album benefitting relief efforts. Today: A look at whether c... (episode)
Fever? Kidney failure? Or... murder? Today: We'll hear why Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s mysterious death continues to fascinate, despite having occurred more than two centuries ago. An... (episode)
A pop music critic falls in love with Bach's beloved cello suites, discovers a mysterious history - and joins us to share the story. Plus: Brooklyn band Les Chauds Lapins performs Fre... (episode)
Quick—name three female composers! Head scratching, commence. Today: classical pieces composed and performed by women, live in the Soundcheck studio. Plus: a listen to some underage s... (episode)
Count 'em... not one, not two, but three songs currently in the Billboard Top 10 bear titles containing variations of the F-word. Today: some straight talk on profanity in pop. Plus... (episode)
Musicians and artists are turning to their fans to raise funds online for upcoming projects. Today: the pros and cons of “crowd-funding.” Plus: the Danish indie-rock duo The Raveonett... (episode)
Join us for a live broadcast in The Greene Space, with performances from actor, author and banjo player Steve Martin and comedian Mike Birbiglia. Plus: we announce the winner of our R... (episode)