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Thursday, December 25, 2008
  • The Blind Boys of Alabama

    Best Live Performances of 2008

    In the first episode of a four-part series, Soundcheck highlights some of the most memorable live performances in our studio this year. We revisit sets from the Blind Boys of Alabama, Canadian violinist James Ehnes, bluegrass outfit Punch Brothers, and others.

Soundcheck's Best Live Performances of 2008

Episode one, part one. Performances by gospel group Blind Boys of Alabama, bluegrass outfit Punch Brothers, psychedelic Cambodian-pop band Dengue Fever, and pianist Lisa Moore.

Cloud Cult

Soundcheck's Best Live Performances of 2008

Episode one, part two. Performances by Latin jazz trombonist William Cepeda, concert violinist James Ehnes, and art-rock band Cloud Cult.

Soundcheck's Best Live Performances of 2008

Episode one, part three. Performances by London-based songwriter Johnny Flynn, jazz pianist Aaron Parks, British folk songwriter Laura Marling, and Tuvan throat-singing group Alash.

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.