William Shatner

Monday August 9, 2010

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All Songs Considered

Oddest Musical Pairings

August 9, 2010 • If you've ever seen the infamous video of David Bowie's Christmastime duet with Bing Crosby, then you know musicians are capable of the most imaginative (and baffling) collaborations. On this edition of All Songs Considered we look at odd pairings, some brilliant, and some just so very, very wrong.

Oddest Musical Pairings

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Wednesday January 12, 2005

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Music Reviews

Shatner, Folds Unite for 'Has Been'

January 12, 2005 • Meredith Ochs reviews a new music CD by Capt. James T. Kirk, also known as William Shatner. The album, Has Been, is a funny and philosophical collaboration between the former Star Trek star and musician Ben Folds, among others.

Shatner, Folds Unite for 'Has Been'

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Wednesday December 29, 2004

All Songs Considered

The Best CDs of 2004: Listeners' Picks

December 29, 2004 • New artists like Iron and Wine; a self-professed has-been with little music ability (William Shatner); old-school artists like Brian Wilson and favorites like Wilco and Interpol ... you picked quite a list. Thanks to all participants and to all the musicians that made 2004 a great year for new music.

The Best CDs of 2004: Listeners' Picks

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Tuesday November 16, 2004

All Songs Considered

Bright Eyes, Brian Eno, Cream

November 16, 2004 • The pre-teen sister duo Smoosh; Self-professed has been William Shatner; Dream pop veterans Luna; A reissued classic from Cream; Bluegrass revivalist Alison Krauss and more.

Bright Eyes, Brian Eno, Cream

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