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

Omar Sosa Trio Goes Outside the Box, In-Studio
Published: September 11, 2025
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Plainspoken Texas Troubadour Rodney Crowell Lives for the Moment
Published: September 8, 2025
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Guitarist Mary Halvorson and Drummer Tomas Fujiwara, From the 2025 New York Guitar Festival
Published: September 4, 2025
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A Kind of Nordic Blues From Tord Gustavsen Trio (Archives)
Published: September 1, 2025
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Adrian Quesada Revives Dramatic Vintage Latin Pop, With Guest Vocalists
Published: August 28, 2025
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Anand Wilder's Sonic Adventures in Psych-Pop, In-Studio
Published: August 25, 2025
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Inuk Singer-Songwriter Elisapie Transforms Her Heritage
Published: August 21, 2025
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Guitar-Oriented Rock Band We Are Scientists' Twist on Nostalgia, In-Studio
Published: August 18, 2025
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Eleanor Friedberger Is (Goth) Dancing (Mostly) on Her Own (Archives)
Published: August 14, 2025
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Rachael & Vilray Serve New Old-Timey Songs With a Sly Wink, In-Studio
Published: August 11, 2025
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