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Wednesday, October 24, 2007
  • Juanes
    Juanes

    Stars Shining in Different Galaxies

    The Colombian singer Juanes is one of Latin music's biggest stars. Canada's New Pornographers are rock royalty in their native Canada and indie heroes here in the U.S. First, we talk with Juanes about his new album, "La Vida ... Es un Ratico." And later, the New Pornographers play live in our studio.

Juanes Eyes American Mainstream

He's sold more than 8 million albums worldwide without the "crossover" exposure of an English-language album. As he releases his new "La Vida ... Es un Ratico" ("life is short") this week, we find out what makes the Colombian singer Juanes such a global hit.

Juanes website
Video: "Me Enamora"
Video: "La Camisa Negra"

The New Pornographers

New Pornographers

Juno-award winning Canadian indie rock band The New Pornographers are known for a melodic and harmonic sound. They play songs from their new album, "Challengers," live in our studio.

New Pornographers website

The Swell Season in The Greene Space

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Joshua Bell in The Greene Space

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