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Soundcheck / August 22, 2007

Soundcheck

Wednesday, August 22, 2007
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    Live Music, Low Profile

    Underground clubs offer a sneak peak at next year’s buzz bands and DJs. Today on the show, join guest host Beth Fertig to find out why musicians and fans alike are heading for secret and not-so-secret venues in Brooklyn. Plus, innovative jazz vocalist Kurt Elling performs songs from his latest CD, Nightmoves, live in our studio.

A Scene Grows in Brooklyn

Houses, galleries, restaurants, and other unusual spaces are moonlighting as the city's farm system for cutting-edge music. We talk with Time Out New York music editor Mike Wolf and longtime area DJ Jim "Small Change" Dier about the enduring appeal of off-the-radar venues. But what if you live next door to one? We hear from Arline Bronzaft, chair of the noise committee on the city's Council on the Environment.

Leave a comment: Tell us what you think about underground clubs. Why do you go? Are they an important part of the cultural landscape -- or a nuisance?

Mike Wolf's article on underground clubs in Brooklyn

Kurt Elling

Kurt Elling is shaking up the art of jazz singing with his offbeat song choices and highly individual voice. He has earned seven Grammy nominations, and is consistently ranked among the best male vocalists in jazz polls. He performs live in our studio.

Kurt Elling web site

Arcade Fire

When I Missed the Boat

Soundcheck

How prejudice and second-guessing can cause you to miss some great music. Also, Juilliard-trained pianist Andy Russo joins us to share "Mix Tape," a collection of 14 classical arrangements of nuggets by Billy Joel, James Blunt, the B-52's, and others.

johnny flynn

Johnny Flynn

Soundcheck

Johnny Flynn, a London-based singer-songwriter, performs songs from his new album, "A Larum."

Ahmad Jamal

Ahmad Jamal

Soundcheck

Pianist and composer Ahmad Jamal was a major influence on Miles Davis in the 50s. Today rappers sample his music. He joins us to discuss his latest album.

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