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Soundcheck / March 21, 2006

Soundcheck

Tuesday, March 21, 2006
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  • Prince 3121

    Prince of an Artist

    Prince's newest record, 3121, is out today released and we take an in-depth look at the man, the myth and the musical legacy. We hear from a music critics Jon Bream and Michaelangelo Matos, who offers a review of the album and some background on the man behind it. And we open the phones to get your perspective on Prince. Also: experimental jazz guitarist Dom Minasi joins us to preview "Vampires' Revenge," an album which takes its inspiration from the vampire novels of Anne Rice. And we mark the first full day of Spring with sounds from Alaska.

3121

The newest record from Prince gives us a chance to look at the much-beloved and oft-maligned artist. We talk to music writers Jon Bream and Michaelangelo Matos, and we take your calls.

Spring has Sprung...in Alaska anyway

Composer and naturalist John Luther Adams shares the sounds of springtime in Alaska.

Vampire's Revenge

Experimental jazz guitarist Dom Minasi performs his new piece, inspired by the vampire novels of Anne Rice.
» Dom Minasi's website

Arcade Fire

When I Missed the Boat

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How prejudice and second-guessing can cause you to miss some great music. Also, Juilliard-trained pianist Andy Russo joins us to share "Mix Tape," a collection of 14 classical arrangements of nuggets by Billy Joel, James Blunt, the B-52's, and others.

johnny flynn

Johnny Flynn

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Johnny Flynn, a London-based singer-songwriter, performs songs from his new album, "A Larum."

Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

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Pianist and composer Ahmad Jamal was a major influence on Miles Davis in the 50s. Today rappers sample his music. He joins us to discuss his latest album.

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