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(new batteries/flickr)On Sonic Youth and Sonic Acoustics
In his book "Goodbye 20th Century," author David Browne tells the story of the band Sonic Youth. He shows how the group has brought "fringe" art to the mainstream, influencing experimental music, conceptual art, contemporary classical music and even fashion. He joins us to examine their legacy and resilience. Also: veteran producer and musician T Bone Burnett talks about embracing sound formats he says are superior to MP3s and CDs. This is a repeat edition of Soundcheck.
The Story of Sonic Youth
"In the beginning, Sonic Youth scared me," is how music critic David Browne opens his new biography of the band, "Goodbye 20th Century." But for the most successful experimental rock band of its time, music was less about fear – and more about fearlessness. We talk with Browne about Sonic Youth’s legacy and resilience – and whether the band is still relevant today.
T Bone Burnett
In the age of MP3’s sound quality is worse than ever. But veteran musician and producer T Bone Burnett refuses to see high-fidelity die without a fight. He joins us to talk about how he’s embracing sound formats that are superior to both MP3s and CDs, and he shares his latest solo album, "Tooth of Crime."
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Sound Off
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Throughout May, Soundcheck presents “Sound Off” a Friday series on the many aspects of noise in music and our lives. The series -- which coincides with “Better Hearing and Speech Month” -- looks at issues like New York’s noisiest neighborhoods, the latest research on iPods and hearing loss, and what happens when noise becomes a musical ingredient.
