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The space formerly home to CBGB will soon house a men's clothing boutique. But the club's memory lives on in a new DVD set that brings to life classic performances from the famed rock club by The Ramones. Today, Tommy Ramone, the punk band's former drummer, talks about the group's music and legacy. Also: Citizens Band, a Downtown cabaret-style collective, deal with a variety of political and social issues, including heath care and the environment. As the group opens their sixth original show in three years, we sample their unique brand of music and commentary. Finally: Soundcheck's CD picks of the week.
The Last Ramone
Tommy Ramone, the last surviving member of the seminal punk band, The Ramones, talks about "It’s Alive 1974-1996," a 2-DVD set of rare concert footage. The drummer/producer was music supervisor for this massive project, with 100 live performances of all your favorite Ramones hits.
Soundcheck's CD Picks of the Week
Four stand-out new albums, as chosen by the Soundcheck staff.
Youssou N'Dour: "Rokku Mi Rokka" (Give and Take) (Nonesuch)
Senegalese singer and songwriter Youssou N’Dour is probably the biggest star in African music today. His latest album mixes the blues, pop and rock with political songs about Africa's place in ...
Youssou N'Dour: "Rokku Mi Rokka" (Give and Take) (Nonesuch)
Senegalese singer and songwriter Youssou N’Dour is probably the biggest star in African music today. His latest album mixes the blues, pop and rock with political songs about Africa's place in ...
The Citizens Band
Time Out New York calls The Citizens Band, "equal parts circus, vaudeville and kids-raiding-the-dress-up-trunk." But there's also a serious edge to the group's cabaret-style performances, which have tackled issues from the environment to health care. Today: how the group keeps the spirit of Weimar-era cabaret alive and kicking.