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On the eve of World AIDS Day, we review the music and life of Fela Kuti, the Nigerian musician who created Afrobeat, and who died of AIDS in 1997. And: Juilliard and Carnegie Hall hav... (episode)
In the New York real estate market, buyers and renters worry about space, light, or location. But for musicians, the question becomes, "where do I practice?" Today, a look at the hist... (episode)
Music critic Anthony DeCurtis reviews "Love," the so-called mash-up album of Beatles songs, which is also the soundtrack to the new Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas. And: the newest... (episode)
Over 80 million iPods sold, and there’s probably still one on your holiday wish list. Today: a conversation about what makes the iPod the perfect thing. Also, a live performance by Ca... (episode)
Everything you always wanted to know about classical music but were afraid to ask. Ted Libbey, author of the 1000-page "The NPR Listener's Encyclopedia of Classical Music" answers it ... (episode)
For most bands overnight success is a dream come true, but what glitters is not always gold. Today, a look into the good, the bad and the ugly side of instant fame. Zach Condon, front... (episode)
As the holiday shopping season officially begins on Friday, we offer you some tips on music purchases: A trio of critics review hot new recordings – from the big rock box sets to clas... (episode)
Soprano Marni Nixon provided the singing voice for such legendary actresses as Audrey Hepburn in "My Fair Lady" Natalie Wood in "West Side Story," and Deborah Kerr in "The King and I.... (episode)
At a time when seemingly every musician has a benefit concert or CD to promote, we ask: how useful are they? The opera star and spokesperson for The Partnership for the Homeless Jessy... (episode)
The Chicago power-pop band OK Go became a viral Internet sensation earlier this year when two homemade videos - including one of a choreographed treadmill dance routine - leaked onto ... (episode)