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Tuesday, October 17, 2006
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    The Sound That Shook Brazil

    Sex, samba and rebellion came together to form Tropicalia, an aggressive modern arts movement born in late-60's Brazil and now being celebrated in an exhibit at the Bronx Museum of Art. Today, a look at Tropicalia's vibrant musical legacy with guitarist and composer Arto Lindsay, and with scholar Christopher Dunn. Also on the show: Combining electronica, rock and jazz, the Dub Trio pay homage to the original dub style, inspired by the Jamaican electronics and sound engineer, King Tubby. The group performs live in the studio. And finally: Some Christian music fans believe digital downloading is a way to spread the Word. Other voices tell them: Thou shalt not steal. Los Angeles Times writer Geoff Boucher explains.

Tropicalia 101

Tropicalia started as a Brazilian artistic and socio-political movement. Today, we delve into its legacy with guitarist and composer Arto Lindsay, and with scholar Christopher Dunn.

Dub Trio

Brooklyn's resident dub-rock kings, Dub Trio, join us in advance of their appearance at The Stone here in New York.
Dub Trio's website

Thou shalt not download?

LA Times writer Geoff Boucher talks about how illegal downloading is commonplace in Christian music - and the dilemmas that creates.
Pirating Songs of Praise

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.