There's a new illness afflicting audiences across the land. It's called Excessive Ovation Syndrome. Symptoms include long standing ovations, drawn-out clapping and uncontrollable "bravos." Today, guest host Katherine Lanpher talks with two critics about the causes and symptoms. Also: Zap Mama, the Belgium-based band founded and fronted by Congolese singer Marie Daulne performs music from their latest album, called "Supermoon." It blends styles including Afropop, R&B, reggae, and hip-hop and features guest appearances by artists like Tony Allen, Meshell Ndegeocello, and David Gilmour.
Do You Have Excessive Ovation Syndrome?
Standing ovations, endless applause and misplaced "bravos" - these are among the symptoms of Excessive Ovation Syndrome (EOS). Today we look at this malady, its symptoms and causes, with Jeremy McCarter, theater critic at New York magazine; and Dennis Abrams, a journalist in Houston who's followed its emergence.
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Zap Mama Live
Led by Marie Daulne, Zap Mama has been major force in world music since the early 1990's. The group's latest "Supermoon" mixes genres from Congolese traditional to hip hop and features guest artists like Tony Allen, Meshell Ndegeocello, and David Gilmour, among others. The group performs live in the studio.
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