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What Makes A Pop Song Popular?

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Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Are hit songs predictable? Today on Soundcheck, we look at the popularity of pop song and whether science can tell us what will be at the top of the charts. Also, German chanteuse Ute Lemper performs music by everyone from Marlene Dietrich to Tom Waits. Today on Soundcheck, she'll discuss the range of her career, and perform live in the studio.

The Science of Hit Songs

A group of Columbia researchers argue they've uncovered the science of pop songs. And, the man who oversees the Billboard's music charts.
» Columbia researchers' website
» Billboard's website

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Blue Angels and Demons

German singer Ute Lemper sings songs of love, sin and war.
» Ute Lemper's website

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