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The PixiesExamining the Pixies
The Pixies' rise to critical fame in the late 1980s and wildly successful reunion tour have firmly established the band as an alternative rock legend. Music writer Ben Sisario breaks down their album "Doolittle" and explains why it was truly ahead of its time. Then, tenor saxophonist Donny McCaslin discusses his work with The Dave Douglas Quintet. Plus, a conversation with artists from the "Look and Listen Festival", an event that celebrates the intersection of music and visual arts.
Doolittle Did A Lot
Music critic Ben Sisario dissects The Pixies' third album, “Doolittle”. He shares insight from conversations with Frank Black, and explains why Doolittle made the band ahead of its time.
» Ben Sisario's Web site
» More on the Pixies film at the Tribeca Film Festival
Donny McCaslin
Tenor saxophonist Donny McCaslin discusses his work with the Dave Douglas Quintet and his latest album, "Soar".
» Donny McCaslin's website
Look and Listen
Photographer Bill Henson and composer Lisa Bielawa discuss the intersection of music and the visual arts, and their involvement in the "Look and Listen Festival".
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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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