Tag: In-Studio Session

Ed Askew could be considered an “outsider” artist--he certainly operates outside the mainstream--but there’s nothing arcane or closed-off about Ed’s songs. His first album was recorded in 1968, and Ed is still in touch with his unique muse, creating music that’s disarmingly full of heart. Ed’s music has been featured on Spinning On Air before, but this time he gives us the rare chance to hear him perform in the WNYC Studio and talk about his music with host David Garland.

Pianist Thomas Bartlett and string player Sam Amidon, both accomplished songwriters and members of the band Doveman, provide the accompaniment for Askew’s in-studio performances, and David Garland plays 12-string guitar on one song. This show first aired June 1, 2008 (after the broadcast Ed wrote to correct his statement of age; he was 67, not 57, when this session was recorded). Recently, more of Ed's music has been released, and he's about to go on tour (details below). Some of the links spoken of on the show are out of date; please use those provided below.

Ed Askew's first album was recorded in 1968, and Ed is still in touch with his unique muse, creating music that’s disarmingly full of heart. He gives us the rare chance to hear him perform in the WNYC Studio (with Sam Amidon and Thomas Bartlett) and talk about his music with host David Garland.

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Dark Dark Dark

Sunday, November 07, 2010

Dark Dark Dark brings a love of surprise, emotional intensity, and an orchestral sensibility to their music. Songs lunge, blaze, and soothe, carried by the powerful voice of Nona Marie Invie. Dark Dark Dark convene in the WNYC Studio to play their music, and talk about it with host David Garland.

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Avocet

Sunday, August 08, 2010

Amplified dangling forks and spoons provide accompaniment to the songs of Avocet. Avocet is Meara O'Reilly, who performs in the WNYC Studio with her voice, guitar, and the extraordinary amplified silverware instrument she created.

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Electric Junkyard Gamelan

Sunday, July 04, 2010

Flowerpots, rubber bands, pots and pans, coat hangers, buzzsaw blades, and more--these are the musical instruments of Electric Junkyard Gamelan. Host David Garland welcomes the group to the WNYC Studio, where they talk about their work and raise a rousing ruckus.

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Holden

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Holden, a French duo with an American-sounding name and a strong reputation in both France and Chile, perform their songs in the WNYC Studio.

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