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Monday, May 15, 2006
  • Singer Neil Young performs in New York City. (Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)
    Singer Neil Young performs in New York City. (Photo by Andrew H. Walker/Getty Images)

    Critics' Darlings

    In the eyes of critics, there are some musicians who can do no wrong. We look into critics' darlings, from Neil Young to Radiohead. Find out why some artists are always positively reviewed. Plus, Imani Winds perform live in-studio and discuss their latest album. The quintet, comprised of horn, flute, bassoon, clarinet, oboe—last recently received a Grammy nomination for "Best Classical Crossover."

Critics' Darlings

Anthony DeCurtis, contributing editor for Rolling Stone Magazine, looks into the phenomenon of "critics' darlings."

Imani Winds

Imani Winds perform live in-studio and discuss their latest album, "Imani Winds."
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The Ill Effects of Urban Noise

Soundcheck

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.