Kiddie Music: Great or Grating?

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010

For years, children’s music was ruled by niche artists like Soupy Sales and Raffi. But these days, “big kid” acts like They Might Be Giants and former Del Fuegos member Dan Zanes are creating clever songs for kids and parents alike. It’s infectious stuff – sometimes too infectious. In another Soundcheck Smackdown, we debate the explosion of kids music. Joining us are Limor Tomer, WNYC's executive producer of music programming, and Andy Blackman Hurwitz, founder of the Baby Loves Music CD and event series.

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Tell us: What do you think of today's parent-friendly kids' music: Great or Grating?

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