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Courtney Love
A Duo of Divas
Rolling Stone magazine has called Courtney Love "the most controversial woman in the history of rock." Certainly, about everyone has a strong opinion about the former leader of the band Hole. Today, she shares stories about her life as musician, actress, and widow of rock icon Kurt Cobain, some of which are detailed in her new book "Dirty Blonde: The Diaries of Courtney Love." Also: Marisa Monte, an opera-trained pop samba fusionist from Brazil, joins us as she embarks on her first Ameriacn tour in six years. Her seductive voice is showcased on two very different new albums - one being a collection of samba songs and another featuring contemporary pop hits.
The World of Courtney Love
Courtney Love talks about her life as musician, actress, and widow of rock icon Kurt Cobain.
Courtney Love will be signing books at the Barnes & Noble at 4 Astor Place, Tue, Oct 31, at 7:00 pm. Phone: (212) 420-1322 (wristbands will be passed out at 10 a.m.)
Marisa Monte
Marisa Monte, a multi-platinum selling Brazilian pop artist, has just released two CDs after a four-year hiatus. She shares them with us today.
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