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Weekly Roundup: Blue-Eyed R&B, Coltrane's 'A Love Supreme,' Summer Corn
Here’s our weekly compilation of arts coverage from WBUR’s programs.
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At MFA, Boston-Area Muslims Reflect On The Quran
A selection of rare, ancient Quran pages are on on display at Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts, which asked 24 people from the city's Islamic community to write personal reactions to a Quran page of their choice.
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Renee Graham On The New, Blue-Eyed R&B
Here & Now's pop culture critic Renee Graham has noted a trend recently: for the most part, the biggest acts in mainstream R&B music are white men — and that's not being viewed with derision.
Afropunk Festival Showcases The Diverse African-American Music Scene
"We describe Afro-punk as a free space for African Americans," festival organizer Jocelyn Cooper told Here & Now.
The Burlington collective brings its mix of old world jazz and country soul into the Radio Boston studio for a live performance.
Fans Relish The Replacements Reunion
The Replacements were an unruly rock band that emerged in the 1980s and broke up in 1991. One fan helps Here & Now understand why "Mats" fans are so excited about the band's first show in 20 years.
New Wave Of New Orleans Artists Blend Jazz, Hip Hop, Rock
New Orleans is still central to the jazz music scene, but new jazz musicians, such as Christian Scott, are combining the hip hop and rock rhythms they grew up with into their music.
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John Coltrane's 'A Love Supreme'
On Point speaks with the author of a deep, new look at the mythos of one of the greatest albums of all time.
In the 21st century economy, does a humanities major still make sense for college students? On Point hears the arguments.
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Whistleblowers’ Stories Head To The Big Screen
There’s a great deal of interest in the whistleblowers who have revealed details of American military and intelligence operations. That same fascination has also gripped the film world.
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Chef Andy Husbands and Radio Boston venture out to discover New England's summer's bounty. Husbands shares his recipe for caramelized corn quesadillas.
Catching Up With A Lovable Loser: Zippy Chippy
After nearly 100 races and zero victories, Zippy Chippy has retired. Only A Game pays a visit to the horse.
This program aired on August 24, 2013. The audio for this program is not available.