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In what seems like an annual ritual, the Beatles have invaded pop-culture conversations yet once again. Today: We conclude our "Beatles: 2K11" series with a look at five contemporary ... (episode)
The so-called "quiet Beatle" is the subject of recent tribute albums, a new Martin Scorsese documentary on HBO, and more. We continue our Beatles 2K11 series with a look at new apprec... (episode)
You don’t need to go to the Met to see soprano Anna Netrebko. Her picture is everywhere, from newspapers and magazines to the tops of taxis. Today: A conversation with the face, and t... (episode)
In the 1980s, R.E.M. defined college rock, and influenced legions of bands to come. But some think that the alt rock superstars -- who announced their breakup last week -- overstayed ... (episode)
35 years ago, punk rock exploded with The Clash, a band forever linked with politics, protest - and rock against racism. They inspired kids the world over to build movements of their ... (episode)
This weekend, fans will celebrate the twentieth anniversary of Nirvana’s album, “Nevermind.” Today, we look back at the record that bumped Michael Jackson down the charts, put Seattle... (episode)
Adele’s “Someone Like You” recently made it to the top of the charts… and was the first indisputable ballad to reach such heights in several years. Today: A closer look at how we defi... (episode)
Last year, Rolling Stones fans got the lowdown on guitarist Keith Richards through his memoir “Life.” Now, a new book aims to tell Mick Jagger’s side of the story too. Today: a fresh ... (episode)
Two major milestones of Seattle's grunge era are celebrating their 20th anniversaries. Today: We'll hear about watershed albums "Nevermind" by Nirvana and "Ten" by Pearl Jam, and we'l... (episode)
Stuffy, elitist... and positively hilarious. Today: A look at classical music's lighter side, and a sneak preview of the WQXR Classical Comedy Contest. Plus: We take your suggestions ... (episode)