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In the Aeroplane Over the Sea (Neutral Milk Hotel)The Making of a Cult Classic
"In the Aeroplane Over the Sea," the 1998 album by the band Neutral Milk Hotel, has become a cult classic. Find out why critics consider it to be of the most inventive albums of the last century. The album's producer and the author of a new book about the record stops by the studio. And, Swedish singer-songwriter Jose Gonzales has resisted musical fashions to carve out a unique, soulful style. He joins us with a live performance. Also: the Bombay Dub Orchestra
Neutral Milk Hotel
The story of a little-known band from the 1990s who put out a cult classsic.
» Neutral Milk Hotel's website
» 33 1/3's website
Bombay Dub Orchestra
The Bombay Dub Orchestra combines orchestral arrangements, electronica and the music of Bollywood.
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Jose Gonzalez
The Swedish singer and songwriter has released a new record that's been called "a simple and sublime exercise in music without borders." He performs live in the studio.
» Jose Gonzalez's myspace site
» Jose Gonzalez Bravia Commercial
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Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova, stars of the romantic indie film Once, will debate which is more powerful: a love song or a breakup song. And: live music from Grammy winning violinist Joshua Bell and Cuban stars Tiempo Libre.
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The Ill Effects of Urban Noise
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Soundcheck received an overwhelming response to our segment on the effects of urban noise. So much so that Arline Bronzaft decided to address the feedback. Listen to the original segment and read Bronzaft's response.
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