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How do you solve a problem like Mariah?
Depending on your perspective, Mariah Carey deserves either the credit or the blame for much of today's highly embellished, melisma-saturated pop vocals. Her new album, "E=MC²" - which hits stores today - is the latest example of her remarkable vocal range and staying power. Today, two critics debate her significance in the music world. Also: genre-crossing cellist, trombonist and composer Dana Leong performs live in the studio.
Mariah Carey - Bimbo or Brilliant?
Soundcheck Smackdown: Mariah Carey – Bimbo or Brilliant? The pop star just surpassed Elvis Presley for most singles on the top of the charts and is releasing today her new album “E=MC²”. Pop music critic Jody Rosen and freelance writer Evelyn McDonnell square off to debate Mariah’s singing style and her power in pop music.
Tell us what you think: Mariah Carey: Bimbo or Brilliant?
Jody Rosen's columns on Slate.com
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Video: "Touch My Body"
Dana Leong
Cellist and composer Dana Leong is all about melting-pot. He is of both Chinese and Japanese descent. And his music mixes jazz with funk, hip-hop and electronica. He brings his band for a live performance in the studio.
Dana Leong performs a free concert with his band at Dizzy's Club Cola Cola Sat. Apr. 19 at 3pm. He performs at the BAM Cafe on Sat. May 3 at 9:30 pm.
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The Ill Effects of Urban Noise
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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.
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