On Demand
Soundcheck
-
Stormy Weather
Lena Horne broke down racial barriers for African Americans in the 20th century. But along the way, the Brooklyn-born singer and actress has battled self-doubt and heartache. Today, a look at Horne's life. Also: indie hip-hop group Tanya Morgan performs in our studio.
This is a repeat edition of Soundcheck
The Art and Life of Lena Horne
Lena Horne performed in all-white nightclubs at a time when blacks were still relegated to the back of the bus. But according to a new biography, the award-winning Brooklyn-born singer also battled discrimination and self-doubt. We talk with James Gavin, author of Stormy Weather: The Life of Lena Horne. This is a repeat edition of Soundcheck
Blog: John Schaefer on Lena Horne's stormy life
Picks of the Week
Three outstanding new releases picked by the Soundcheck staff. Read full reviews of our picks of the week.
Jonsi & Alex – Riceboy Sleeps (XL Records) - picked by John Schaefer
Céu – Vagarosa (Six Degrees – picked by Gisele Regatao
The Phenomenal Handclap Band (s/t) (Friendly Fire) – picked by Joel Meyer
Where Brooklyn and Cincinnati Meet
The hip hop trio Tanya Morgan hails from Brooklyn and Cincinnati, and naturally their new album is called Brooklynati. The loose concept album is built around a fictional city that honors hip-hop giants and offers a chance at the good life. MCs Von Pea and Donwill join us to perform in our studio.
Brooklynati on Amazon.com
"Welcome to Brooklynati" (Brooklynati Chamber of Commerce site)
Map of Brooklynati
Tanya Morgan's web site
- About this program
- Staff Bios »
- Contact Us »
- Latest Episode
- Internship
- Tapes and Transcripts
- Show Archive »
Features & Series
Podcast
Stay up to date.
Subscribe to the Podcast
See Tori Amos Live!
Join us Tuesday, Dec. 9 at The Greene Space
Singer and pianist Tori Amos joins us to talk about reworking and reinventing seasonal carols on her new holiday album. And, she performs for a live audience in The Greene Space! Click the link for ticket info.
More
