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Wednesday, May 03, 2006
  • Thomas Dolby

    The High-Tech Science of Thomas Dolby

    Thomas Dolby may be best known for his 80s hit single, "She Blinded Me with Science" (complete with a iconic 80s video) but these days he's a tech geek of a different sort. Today, the producer, inventor and entrepreneur, talks about founding his own company that created the polyphonic ringtone software used in over 100 million cellular phones. Also: Josh Ritter's third album, "The Animal Years" is just out and it finds him expanding beyond the usual singer-songwriter mould into more adventurous territory. He joins us to share highlights. Finally, a look at "Sounds of Silence" a film premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival that profiles underground Iranian rockers and rappers struggling with censorship.

Thomas Dolby

From "She Blinded Me With Science" to creating ringtones, Thomas Dolby discusses his versatile career.
» Thomas Dolby's Web site

Josh Ritter

Singer-songwriter Josh Ritter shares music from his new album. » Josh Ritter's Web site

Sounds of Silence

A look at the Iranian film "Sounds of Silence."
» Sounds of Silence Web site

» Sounds of Silence at the Tribeca Film Festival

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