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Ladysmith Black MambazoCollectively Large
From ABBA to ZZ Top, we ask author Adam Dolgins if a catchy name determines the commercial success of a band. Then, two large musical collectives. Joseph Shabalala, leader of the South African a cappella chorus Ladysmith Black Mambazo, talks about his most recent collaboration with Emmy Lou Harris and Taj Mahal. Also: Americans can’t get enough of Canadian indie bands these days. With us will be one of standouts: Broken Social Scene, a 27-member ensemble from Toronto, who will talk about the growing conservative movement in Canada.
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Joseph Shabalala, leader of the South African a cappella chorus Ladysmith Black Mambazo, talks about his most recent collaboration with Emmy Lou Harris and Taj Mahal.
Do Band Names Matter?
From ABBA to ZZ Top, we ask author Adam Dolgins if a catchy name determines the commercial success of a band.
Broken Social Scene
One of Canada's standout bands, Broken Social Scene, stops by and talks about the growing conservative movement in Canada.
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