Dan Zanes released Little Nut Tree on Sept. 27. Gala Narezo hide caption toggle caption Gala Narezo Review Music Reviews Dan Zanes Plants A 'Little Nut Tree' September 27, 2011 The singer, known for his kid-friendly music, returns to his eclectic roots on his new album. Dan Zanes Plants A 'Little Nut Tree' Listen · 3:52 3:52 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/140811476/140855339" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Dan Zanes. Courtesy of the artist hide caption toggle caption Courtesy of the artist Music Interviews Dan Zanes: Broadway For The Smaller Set January 3, 2010 Zanes is a big star in kids' music, and he's collaborated with artists as diverse as Natalie Merchant, Lou Reed and The Blind Boys of Alabama. Zanes' latest release, 76 Trombones, is a tribute to Broadway music, kid-style. He teams up with stars of the Great White Way, including Carol Channing (Hello Dolly!) and Matthew Broderick. Dan Zanes: Broadway For The Smaller Set Listen · 6:32 6:32 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/122198559/122198574" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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New Music Stages of Grief for the 'BPP': Acceptance July 25, 2008 In our tour of Elizabeth Kubler-Ross' five stages of grief, we come to the last stop — acceptance. Editor supreme Tricia McKinney does the honors, with her Best Song in the World Today. Stages of Grief for the 'BPP': Acceptance Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/92904977/92905378" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music CDs for Kids: Ungoofy, Nonphony and Just Plain Fun December 6, 2006 The mother of 4-year-old girl, NPR host Melissa Block doesn't have patience for music that panders to what I consider to be misguided notions of what adults think kids must like. She shares some ideas for children's CDs that her whole family enjoys.
Music Music for Kids That Even Parents Might Love April 7, 2006 A wide range of tunes for children is climbing the music charts — and much of it is acceptable to adult ears. Stefan Shepherd, who writes the kids music blog Zooglobble, talks to Melissa Block about his current favorite songs and artists. Music for Kids That Even Parents Might Love Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5329102/5330766" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Music Interviews Musician Resurrects Sandburg's 'Songbag' September 13, 2004 In 1927, poet Carl Sandburg published The American Songbag, a collection of traditional music. Singer-guitarist Dan Zanes brings the music back in his new CD, Parades and Panoramas. Musician Resurrects Sandburg's 'Songbag' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/3915143/3915967" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Interviews 'House Party' from Dan Zanes November 4, 2003 Singer-guitarist Dan Zanes once fronted the Del Fuegos, a popular rock band lauded by critics. But in 1990s, Zanes sought a simpler life and started a family. Now he's back with a kid-friendly CD of upbeat folk-flavored tunes called House Party. 'House Party' from Dan Zanes Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1491616/1491767" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Interviews Dan Zanes: From Del Fuegos to Family Fare November 9, 2002 Dan Zanes, former lead singer for the 80s rock band The Del Fuegos, reinvents himself with folk-influenced music for children. His new CD is called Night Time!. Zanes visits with NPR's Scott Simon. Dan Zanes: From Del Fuegos to Family Fare Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/837584/837585" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Interviews Dan Zanes Fresh Air October 16, 2001 Former lead singer of the indie-rock band the Del Fuegos, Dan Zanes. When he became a father he realized he couldn't stomach music for kids, so started writing his own. He also formed the Rocket Ship Revue, a touring band that performs dance-party shows for kids. His first CD Dan Zanes + Friends Rocket Ship Beach received a Parents Choice Award and the kids liked it too. It also featured Suzanne Vega and Sheryl Crow. Zanes' new CD is Family Dance. Dan Zanes Only Available in Archive Formats. Real Media