A "Musical Impeachment" of the Bush Administration

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010

To some, Harry Shearer is the voice behind Mr. Burns, Flanders, and other characters on "The Simpsons." To others, he's Derek Smalls in the legendary fake metal band "Spinal Tap." On today's show, Shearer talks about his latest project: "Songs of the Bushmen," a CD bashing the Bush administration. Also: Salsa band Bio Ritmo hails not from East Harlem but from Richmond, Virginia. But no fear: the eight-piece band is known for its groove-heavy approach. Bio Ritmo performs live.

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