Telekinesis
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Telekinesis.
Telekinesis artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Studio Sessions
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April 6, 2011 Hear Telekinesis perform songs from its new album, 12 Desperate Straight Lines, plus a new song.
September 21, 2009 Reduced to a duo for this charming session in the NPR Music offices, Telekinesis is all heart.
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May 12, 2009 Michael Benjamin Lerner's buoyant melodies sparkled as he pounded on the drums at KEXP.
Discover Songs
January 11, 2011 All Songs Considered previews some of the winter's most anticipated new albums.
December 14, 2009 All Songs Considered looks at the best new bands, best songs, biggest surprises and more from 2009.
October 15, 2009 In "Coast of Carolina," Telekinesis' Michael Lerner transcends the limitations of the one-man band.
Reviews
January 11, 2011 All Songs Considered previews some of the winter's most anticipated new albums.
October 15, 2009 In "Coast of Carolina," Telekinesis' Michael Lerner transcends the limitations of the one-man band.
More Stories
May 8, 2013 A video by the Seattle group highlights a format that keeps music tethered to the physical world.
March 24, 2013 Telekinesis' concise pop-rock nuggets radiate warmth, with messy emotions that make them feel human.
March 16, 2013 Our team in Austin gets a little punchy but still experiences moments of sincere and genuine bliss.
November 28, 2012 All Songs Considered co-host Robin Hilton answers listener mail about overplayed music and more.
November 20, 2012 Bob and Robin look at amazing bands that haven't found the audience they deserve.
October 29, 2012 Weigh-in on the latest question circulating our office.
May 4, 2012 Michael Benjamin Lerner, drummer and singer for the band Telekinesis, offers this week's quiz.
December 13, 2011 Hear five cover songs that honor the past while translating familiar sounds into something new.
July 18, 2011 Hear the band cover "On a Plain" on Newermind, Spin magazine's track-by-track tribute to Nevermind.
January 30, 2011 Telekinesis can make darkness feel like sunshine. Hear the band's new album in its entirety.
January 10, 2011 Hear a sneak preview of the upcoming new album from the band Telekinesis.
