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The Hardest Working Man in Show Business
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
James Brown's Live at the Apollo is known as the best concert recording of his raw showmanship. Author Douglas Wolk takes an in-dept look at the concert that took him from underground phenomenon to chart-topping pop star. Also: Hassan Hakmoun. Originally from Morocco, he's is a master of Gnawan music, the healing-and-trance songs that blend Arab melodies with West African rhythms. He performs live in our studio. Finally: a preview of five unlikely cities spawning exciting new music in 2007.
The Hardest Working Man in Show Business
James Brown's Live at the Apollo is known as the best concert recording of his raw showmanship. Author Douglas Wolk takes an in-dept look at the concert that took him from underground phenomenon to chart-topping pop star.
Hassan Hakmoun
The spiritual dance and trance music of Morocco in a live performance by multi-instrumentalist Hassan Hakmoun.
Music Hot Spots in 2007
Sick of the music scene in New York? As you plan your winter get-aways, Billboard editor Bill Werde previews five unlikely musical hot-spots for 2007.
Beijing, Berlin among music hot spots in 2007 (Billboard)
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