In Studio: Jimmy Webb

Soundcheck | Dec 16, 2011

Songwriter Jimmy Webb is best known for the hits he penned for artists like Glen Campbell, Richard Harris, and the Fifth Dimension, including “Up, Up and Away” and “Wichita Lineman." However, he's also written plenty of music for himself - and he joins us in the studio to play songs from his latest album, called "Just Across the River."

Jimmy Webb will be speaking at the 92nd St. Y tonight at 8:15 pm. For more information, click here.

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