Soundcheck

A Performing Arts podcast by WNYC Studios

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WNYC, New York Public Radio, brings you Soundcheck, the arts and culture program hosted by John Schaefer, who engages guests and listeners in lively, inquisitive conversations with established and rising figures in New York City's creative arts scene. Guests come from all disciplines, including pop, indie rock, jazz, urban, world and classical music, technology, cultural affairs, TV and film. Recent episodes have included features on Michael Jackson,Crosby Stills & Nash, the Assad Brothers, Rackett, The Replacements, and James Brown.

Recent Episodes

Latin Dance Duo Ruido Tovar Combines Old Traditions with Modern Sounds, In-Studio
Published: June 8, 2026
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Paris Paloma Offers Darkly Sharp Pop Songcraft, In-Studio
Published: June 4, 2026
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Tank and the Bangas Stay Lifted With Playful Tunes, In-Studio
Published: June 1, 2026
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English Post-Punk Duo Sleaford Mods Spares No Fury, In-Studio
Published: May 28, 2026
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Avant-folk Composer Em Spel Sings Beguiling Songs, In-Studio
Published: May 25, 2026
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The Klezmatics Were Made For These Times (In-Studio)
Published: May 21, 2026
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Texas Aficionado Ryan Bingham Plays New Songs, In-Studio
Published: May 18, 2026
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Hiss Golden Messenger's Warm and Earthy Folk-Rock, In-Studio
Published: May 14, 2026
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Multi-instrumentalist Julieta Venegas Lets Go of the Past, In-Studio
Published: May 11, 2026
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Gamelan Yowana Sari Brings the Brilliant Bursts of Metal
Published: May 7, 2026
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