John Schaefer appears in the following:
Novelist Marlon James Picks a Soundtrack for 'A Brief History of Seven Killings'
Wednesday, October 08, 2014
Novelist Marlon James talks about his new book 'A Brief History of Seven Killings' and plays a few songs that would serve as the soundtrack for the book's characters.
Hear A New Song From Agnes Obel's Deluxe 'Aventine'
Monday, September 29, 2014
The Danish singer-songwriter's deluxe edition of her 2014 album, Aventine, features unreleased songs, remixes and live performances. Hear a brand new song, "Arches."
Beyond 'Fame': Ten Deep Cuts That Reveal The True Genius Of David Bowie
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Beneath big hits like “Changes” and “Let’s Dance” lies the real genius of David Bowie. Soundcheck host John Schaefer offers up his favorite essential lesser-known masterpiece songs.
Review: The 'David Bowie Is' Documentary
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Today, David Bowie Is opened at Chicago's Museum of Contemporary Art. Soundcheck's John Schaefer reviews a documentary film, also called David Bowie Is, which debuted tonight.
How To Be Smarter About... Kate Bush
Thursday, September 11, 2014
The English art-rocker has returned to the stage after 35 years and set a new U.K. charts record. Soundcheck's John Schaefer rounds up ten of Bush's must-hear songs.
Ask John Schaefer Anything: Can A Musician Be Too Virtuosic?
Tuesday, September 09, 2014
Soundcheck host John Schaefer answers questions from readers and listeners about whether technically impressive playing can leave you cold.
Three Must-Hear New Songs From The Vaselines, Young Buffalo, Jenny Hval And Susanna
Monday, August 18, 2014
Soundcheck host John Schaefer listens to a lot of music over the course of a week. Here's three of his favorite tracks that caught his ear, both for the music and the stories behind them.
'The Black Album' Puts The Beatles Back Together for New Generation
Monday, August 18, 2014
"The Black Album" reimagines The Beatles, providing a compilation of songs from the solo careers of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Star.
Remembering The Musical Robin Williams
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
Soundcheck host John Schaefer remembers the musician that lurked among the crowded cast of characters in Williams’ mind.
In The Valley Below's Sunny And Subversive Synth Pop
Wednesday, August 06, 2014
In The Valley Below could probably just do bright synth-pop, but what you get instead is something slightly more subversive. The Los Angeles duo's upcoming album, The Belt, isn't out ...
John Luther Adams' 'Sila': Finding Music In Urban Noise
Monday, July 28, 2014
This past weekend saw the premiere of Sila, a new immersive work by this year's Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, John Luther Adams. Soundcheck host John Schaefer was there and has the...
Celebrating Nickel Creek's Triumphant Return In Brooklyn
Friday, July 25, 2014
Last night, after nearly seven years away pursuing other projects, Nickel Creek brought its reunion to Celebrate Brooklyn in Prospect Park. And they wasted no time in showing that the...
A 'Moving' New Song From James Is A Matter Of Life And Death, And Yarn
Friday, July 18, 2014
The British band James is returning with La Petite Mort, its first new album in six years. Watch the remarkable and poignant music video for the band's song "Moving On."
The 2014 World Cup: Some Final Thoughts
Monday, July 14, 2014
This World Cup had it all: A huge haul of goals, but also stunning goalkeeping, stout defense, lots of late drama, overachieving minnows and mighty giants brought low. Soundcheck host...
Check Ahead: Dave Douglas And Uri Caine, 'Present Joys'
Sunday, July 13, 2014
For years, jazz trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas and keyboardist Uri Caine have collaborated on all sorts of projects. But with Present Joys, they're finally recording as a duo.
The World Cup Final: Who Will Rule The World?
Friday, July 11, 2014
With the World Cup final coming up on Sunday, Soundcheck host, and Germany supporter, John Schaefer, runs through the match up of titans, and tries to guess who the Brazilians will ro...
World Cup Lingo, Explained
Tuesday, July 08, 2014
If you’ve been watching the World Cup on ESPN and/or ABC, then you may have noticed that most of the announcers are British. This is quite a comfort to the growing number of American ...
World Cup Semifinals: A Clash Of Musical Titans
Monday, July 07, 2014
After this weekend's World Cup action, there are now four teams left for the semi-finals. One of these games pits two countries with estimable musical traditions against each other --...
My World Cup Vacation Ends; America’s Too
Wednesday, July 02, 2014
For two weeks, Soundcheck host John Schaefer went down the rabbit hole that is the World Cup. But as he returns to work, the improbable and courageous run of the U.S. comes to an end ...
My World Cup Vacation: U.S. Loss Feels Like A Win
Friday, June 27, 2014
The United States Men's National Team may have lost 1-0 to Germany, but the Americans are still heading to the knockout round of 16, with a little help from Portugal's win over Ghana ...
