Music Review: 'Big Star Story' from Big Star October 29, 2003 The 1970s Memphis rock band Big Star never reached commercial success, but the group is often cited as a precursor to the grunge of the 1990s, as well as today's power-pop. A new compilation, Big Star Story, assembles some of the songs from the group's three full-length albums. NPR's Will Hermes has a review. Music Review: 'Big Star Story' from Big Star Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1483704/1483705" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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'Passing Ships' from Andrew Hill Fresh Air October 29, 2003 Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews the CD, Passing Ships, by Andrew Hill, which was recorded in 1969 but never released until now. 'Passing Ships' from Andrew Hill Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1483169/1483170" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Befriended' from Innocence Mission October 27, 2003 NPR's Alex Chadwick talks to critic Christian Bordal about veteran musical group Innocence Mission and their latest release, Befriended. Music Review: 'Befriended' from Innocence Mission Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1480462/1480463" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Glamoured' from Cassandra Wilson October 15, 2003 Grammy-winning singer and composer Cassandra Wilson has made a career out of using her jazz and blues skills to transform pop songs. On her latest album, Glamoured, Wilson applies her rich, husky voice to a variety of musical genres. NPR's Michelle Mercer has a review. Music Review: 'Glamoured' from Cassandra Wilson Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1467034/1467035" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Stumble Into Grace' from Emmylou Harris October 13, 2003 With more than 25 records released, you might think 56-year-old Emmylou Harris would fall into some sort of rut, or at least lean on successful formulas. Her new record, Stumble Into Grace, turns out to be another ground-breaking record for the singer and songwriter. Reviewer Meredith Ochs says the songs are modern day folk songs that are personal and well crafted. Music Review: 'Stumble Into Grace' from Emmylou Harris Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1464586/1464587" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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OutKast: 'Speakerboxx' & 'The Love Below' Fresh Air October 10, 2003 Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews the new double album by the band Outkast. Each album is separately titled: Speakerboxx and The Love Below. OutKast: 'Speakerboxx' & 'The Love Below' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1461881/1461882" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Christian Bordal on Music: 'Want One' from Rufus Wainwright October 6, 2003 Music critic Christian Bordal gives us his take on Rufus Wainwright's new album, Want One, and we listen to a cut from the CD. Christian Bordal on Music: 'Want One' from Rufus Wainwright Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1456589/1456590" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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'Tiny Voices' from Joe Henry September 26, 2003 Music critic Christian Bordal reviews Joe Henry's latest CD, Tiny Voices. 'Tiny Voices' from Joe Henry Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1447673/1447674" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Changing Places' from Tord Gustavsen September 24, 2003 A new CD by Norwegian pianist Tord Gustavsen has captured the attention of our reviewer Jim Fusilli. Here Gustavsen plays with a trio, and the music is an exquisite mix of slow passionate sounds and sparse melodies, reminiscent of Bill Evans or Keith Jarrett. The CD, available from ECM records, is called Changing Places. Music Review: 'Changing Places' from Tord Gustavsen Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1444914/1444915" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Private Astronomy' from Geoff Muldaur September 23, 2003 David Greenberger has a review of Private Astronomy: A Vision of the Music of Beiderbecke, the latest CD from musician Geoff Muldaur and the band Futuristic Ensemble. They explore the music of Bix Beiderbecke, the legendary cornet player from the 1920s. Music Review: 'Private Astronomy' from Geoff Muldaur Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1440418/1440419" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Recorded in B-Flat Minor' from the Raveonnettes Fresh Air September 23, 2003 Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews Recorded in B-Flat Minor, the new album by the Danish musicians The Raveonettes. Music Review: 'Recorded in B-Flat Minor' from the Raveonnettes Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1440135/1440136" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Straight from the Heart' from Carlos Guitarlos Fresh Air September 17, 2003 Milo Miles reviews the new album from Carlos Guitarlos, Straight from the Heart. Music Review: 'Straight from the Heart' from Carlos Guitarlos Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1433885/1433886" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: 'Verve Remixed 2' from Various Artists September 9, 2003 Verve Records has again invited DJs and electronic musicians to remix classics from it's extensive catalog. Music critic Michelle Mercer has a review of the Verve Remixed 2 CD. Music Review: 'Verve Remixed 2' from Various Artists Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1426393/1426394" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Terence Blanchard's 'Bounce' September 6, 2003 Just past 40, trumpeter Terence Blanchard can look back at numerous musical accomplishments, including nearly two dozen albums and a body of well-respected soundtrack work for director Spike Lee and others. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with Blanchard about his latest CD, Bounce. Terence Blanchard's 'Bounce' Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1421578/1422420" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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Music Review: Reissues from Toots and the Maytals Fresh Air September 3, 2003 Music critic Milo Miles looks at the career of reggae greats Toots Hibbert and his band, the Maytals. The group's recent re-issues are Time Tough, Funky Kingston (Island Records) and Monkey Man (Trojan Records). Music Review: Reissues from Toots and the Maytals Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/1419209/1419210" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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