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Best Live Performances of 2008

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Thursday, December 25, 2008

In the first episode of a four-part series, Soundcheck highlights some of the most memorable live performances in our studio this year. We revisit sets from the Blind Boys of Alabama, Canadian violinist James Ehnes, bluegrass outfit Punch Brothers, and others.

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Punch Brothers and James Ehnes

Soundcheck's Best Live Performances of 2008

Episode one, part one. Performances by gospel group Blind Boys of Alabama, bluegrass outfit Punch Brothers, psychedelic Cambodian-pop band Dengue Fever, and pianist Lisa Moore.

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Soundcheck's Best Live Performances of 2008

Episode one, part two. Performances by Latin jazz trombonist William Cepeda, concert violinist James Ehnes, and art-rock band Cloud Cult.

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Soundcheck's Best Live Performances of 2008

Episode one, part three. Performances by London-based songwriter Johnny Flynn, jazz pianist Aaron Parks, British folk songwriter Laura Marling, and Tuvan throat-singing group Alash.

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