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My Brightest Diamond (Asthmatic Kitty Records)Atlanta: The Next Hotbed of Indie Music?
Atlanta became known as "Hotlanta" in the '90s when it became associated with the "Dirty South," hip-hop movement. Atlanta-based rap firms and performers are estimated to contribute more than $300 million to the city's economy. But now the city is home to a growing indie rock scene. Today, Atlanta's Lauren Aparicio, A.K.A. DJ L, talks about the sound of Atlanta music and tells us who to look and listen for. Also, Harlem-born pianist Roy Eaton joins us to talk about championing the work of ragtime great Scott Joplin. Finally, a live performance by singer/songwriter Shara Worden, who performs under the moniker My Brightest Diamond and who was recently signed to the Asthmatic Kitty label.
Is "Hotlanta" Still Hot?
Atlanta native Lauren Aparicio, A.K.A. DJ L talks about the growing variety of indie musicians who come from Atlanta.
» More about Lauren Aparicio's Radio Show
My Brightest Diamond
Singer/songwriter Shara Worden, who records as My Brightest Diamond, joins us for a live performance.
» My Brightest Diamond's Web site
Joplin Reconsidered / Syd Barrett Obituary
Pianist Roy Eaton talks about championing the work of ragtime pianist Scott Joplin.
Also, Pink Floyd co-founder Syd Barrett died last Friday. Below are two previous interviews from Soundcheck that look at the singer and guitarist's life and music.
»John Edginton, who produced and directed the Syd Barrett documentary "Crazy Diamond" for the BBC's Omnibus series, talks about the musician's life and music. (Aired Aug. 11, 2005)
» The links between mental illness and creativity are explored in relation to the career of Syd Barrett.
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