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As the world gears up to watch Italy and Spain play for Europe's top soccer prize on Sunday, we explore the musical side of the UEFA Euro 2012 final. Read the first of our four-part s... (episode)
Since their inaugural 2010 release, Los Angeles surf-pop band Best Coast has become an indie phenomenon – so much so that the lead singer Bethany Cosentino’s cat, Snacks, has almost... (episode)
What are you waiting for? If you haven't submitted your Soundcheck Jingle yet, now's the time! Get some know-how from today's podcast guest - jingle composer and Berklee professor Pet... (episode)
Violinist Hilary Hahn and the experimental pianist known as Hauschka recently collaborated on an album called Silfra. But many of the sounds on the album – low drones, rustling percus... (episode)
Last week we whined about bad band names. Now SPIN is offering a list of the Best Band Names – and John Schaefer is not impressed. Read on for more in today's blog. (episode)
Today is Make Music New York - when public space becomes performance space. From 10 in the morning to 10 at night, the streets of the city (all five boroughs) will be a stage. Earlier... (episode)
Every summer has its song. This year, it’s looking like Carly Rae Jepsen’s "Call Me Maybe" is going to rule the airwaves. But while you may not be able to avoid the summer’s pop hit, ... (episode)
We need YOU to send us a jingle! Soundcheck is crowdsourcing 10-second a cappella jingles from listeners and musicians alike. Read the rules, find out how to send us yours, and listen... (episode)
It’s becoming a summer solstice tradition – a huge series of free musical events across New York city under the name Make Music New York. And this year, to celebrate composer Philip G... (episode)
Last summer, Kiwi singer-songwriter Kimbra showed up on the internet wearing only a coat of paint – alongside singer Gotye in the viral (and very artistic) video for his song “Somebod... (episode)