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WYEP Studio Session: Andrew BirdAndrew Bird in the WYEP Studios on October 2nd, 2007 |
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Dr. Dog - Lonesome |
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WYEP Studio Session: Thomas DolbyThomas Dolby in the WYEP Studio on May 11, 2006. |
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Live & Direct with GusterGuster in the WYEP Studios on May 30, 2013. |
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American Originals: Allen ToussaintAmerican Originals is WYEP's monthly series devoted to essential American artists and their music. In this episode we feature the work of Allen Toussaint. As a composer, pianist, arranger, conductor and performer Toussaint's musical genius has benefited musicians of many genres and... |
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Third Thursdays at WYEP: Broken FencesBroken Fences performs at WYEP's Local Music Happy Hour on July 19th, 2012. |
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Discumentary: The Avett Brothers "Emotionalism"The Avett Brothers' 5th studio album was their breakout success. Demonstrating their growth as a band and featuring spirited harmonies and thoughtful lyrics. This is their last release before being signed to a major label. |
RPM: Calexico, Haley Bonar, The Department of EaglesA weekly podcast featuring current favorites from WYEP's DJ's and staff.This week we listen to new music from Calexico, Haley Bonar and The Department of Eagles. |
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Discumentary: Bjork "Debut"After the breakup of the Sugarcubes, Bjork released this album not only to tell the world that she had gone solo, but that she was taking things to a new level. From fun, upbeat dance numbers to sparse accapella songs, this album set the stage for Bjork's varied career. |
Prosody Kay CominiJan Beatty interviews poet Kay CominiKay Cominis poetry has been published in the anthologies Dark Side of the Moon, Voices from the Parlor, and in the Sandburg-Livesay Anthology: No Choice But to Trust. |
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Discumentary: Elvis Costello "Spike"On Spike, Costello displays his influences and tries his hand at many different styles of music. The album features song collaborations with Roger McGuinn and the song "Veronica", co-written with Paul McCartney. The album's eclectic nature gave it mixed reactions among critics, but remains a fan... |
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Third Thursdays at WYEP: FORMULA 412Formula 412 plays WYEP's Local Music Happy hour on August 19, 2011. |
Third Thursdays at WYEP: Seven Color SkySeven Color Sky at WYEP's local music happy hour, hosted by Kyle Smith.Seven Color Sky at WYEP's local music happy hour, hosted by Kyle Smith. |
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Discumentary: John Lennon "Imagine"Known as Lennon's most important work, this album features its anthemic title track, Phil Spector's "Wall of Sound", scathing lyrics about Paul McCartney, and the guitar playing of George Harrison. Released in 1971, it was the first of only three of Lennons solo albums to hit #1. |
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WYEP Studio Session: Minus the BearMinus The Bear performs in WYEP Studios on July 10, 2010. |
Prosody Michael WursterJan Beatty interviews writer Michael WursterMichael Wurster is the author of three books of poetry: The Cruelty of the Desert (Cottage Wordsmiths, 1989); The Snake Charmer's Daughter (ELEMENOPE, 2000); and The British Detective (Main Street Rag Press, 2009). |
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Discumentary: U2 "Boy"U2's debut album is considered to be one of the finest first albums of any band in the 1980's. It set the stage for the band's future mega-stardom. |
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2011 Year in Review CountdownRosemary Welsch counts down WYEP's Top 50 albums of 2011. |
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WYEP Studio Session: K'naanK'naan performs in WYEP Studios on August 8, 2009 |
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Discumentary: Kathleen Edwards "Failer"Kathleen Edwards shot to the forefront of the alternative country scene with her 2003 debut release. Her blunt lyrics, character sketch approach to songwriting, and sexy prairie drawl drew raves from critics and comparisons to Lucinda Williams. |
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WYEP's G-20 Pittsburgh Summit Music SpotlightsAs Pittsburgh hosts the G-20 Pittsburgh Summit September 24th and 25th, WYEP will spotlight the music of many of the nations that will be in attendance. Music plays an important role in the cultural economics of the world, and we present some from The United Kingdom, Japan, Brazil, Australia,... |
WYEP Studio Session: The SubdudesThe Subdudes in the WYEP Studio on October 2, 2008 |
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Discumentary: Sam Cooke "Night Beat"Being credited with creating soul music, Cooke recorded "Night Beat" in three nights in February of 1963. The album features keyboardist Billy Preston, then at the age of 16. Cooke was given the chance to return to his gospel roots while recording this album. |
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WYEP Studio Session: Jill SobuleJill Sobule drops by the WYEP Studios on Valentine's Day 2012 |
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WYEP Studio Session: Suzanne VegaSuzanne Vega in the WYEP Studio on Septemeber 28, 2007 |
