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Pop star Peter Gabriel
Singer-songwriter Peter Gabriel and soprano Renee Fleming are just a few of the stars who are releasing whole albums of cover songs. Today we find out what familiar voices can bring to other people’s familiar songs. Plus, tenor Lawrence Brownlee talks about his upcoming role at the Met Opera, when he will share the stage with soprano Renée Fleming.
The Covers Album Phenomenon
When artists known for writing original songs release an album of covers, the result can be eye-opening … or ear-melting. Today: music critic Chris Richards of The Washington Post joins us for a look at the covers album, including a new bid from Peter Gabriel. Plus, British musician and Gemma ...
Lawrence Brownlee
It’s been three years since tenor Lawrence Brownlee made his debut at the Metropolitan Opera in Rossini’s Barber of Seville. He joins us to talk about his new role there, sharing the stage with soprano Renée Fleming for the upcoming production of Armida.
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