On Canvas RSS feed for WHYY programming.http://video.whyy.orgen-ushttp://video.whyy.orgWed, 22 May 2013 23:13:17 -0400Wed, 22 May 2013 23:13:17 -0400http://video.whyy.org/video/2365013343/Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. have enjoyed tremendous success through the years as recording artists, performers and authors. They have received 7 Grammy Awards and earned 15 gold and 3 platinum records, with such hits as "Wedding Bell Blues" and "Up, Up and Away". We caught up to this happily married couple at their Grand Opera House performance, as they celebrate 40 years.http://video.whyy.org/video/2365013343/05/17/2013Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. have enjoyed tremendous success through the yearsnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365012443/Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. have enjoyed tremendous success through the years as recording artists, performers and authors. They have received 7 Grammy Awards and earned 15 gold and 3 platinum records, with such hits as "Wedding Bell Blues" and "Up, Up and Away". We caught up to this happily married couple at their Grand Opera House performance.http://video.whyy.org/video/2365012443/05/16/2013This couple has enjoyed tremendous success as recording artists, performers and authorsnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365009613/Since leaving his role as former lead singer and main songwriter of the band "Live", penning such hits as "I Alone" and "Lightning Crashes", Kowalczyk has enjoyed a successful solo career. His vocal delivery and visceral lyrics communicate an energy of a full band. In this episode, Kowalczyk keeps the intensity of rock alive with an acoustic approach on this "I Alone" world tour.http://video.whyy.org/video/2365009613/05/10/2013Ed Kowalczyk keeps the intensity of rock alive with an acoustic approach.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365009268/Since leaving his role as former lead singer and main songwriter of the band "Live", penning such hits as "I Alone" and "Lightning Crashes", Kowalczyk has enjoyed a successful solo career. His vocal delivery and visceral lyrics communicate an energy of a full band. In this episode, Kowalczyk keeps the intensity of rock alive with an acoustic approach on this "I Alone" world tour.http://video.whyy.org/video/2365009268/05/09/2013Ed Kowalczyk keeps the intensity of rock alive with an acoustic approach.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365002477/Mountain Heart is an American band which combines elements of rock, jam band, country, blues, jazz, folk and Bluegrass music into a high-energy sound. Critics now describe the band using terms such as "acoustic overdrive", "Folk rock on steroids", and "slam grass". Mountain Heart, or its members have won or been nominated for multiple Grammys, ACM, CMA, and IBMA Awards. They have appeared on the shttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365002477/04/26/2013Mountain Heart is an American band which combines elements of rock, jam band, & countrynrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365001717/Mountain Heart is an American band which combines elements of rock, jam band, country, blues, jazz, folk and Bluegrass music into a high-energy sound. Critics now describe the band using terms such as "acoustic overdrive", "Folk rock on steroids", and "slam grass". Mountain Heart, or its members have won or been nominated for multiple Grammys, ACM, CMA, and IBMA Awards. They have appeared on the shttp://video.whyy.org/video/2365001717/04/25/2013Mountain Heart is an American band which combines elements of rock, jam band, and countrynrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2364999110/Crenshaw's music has roots in classic soul music, British Invasion song craft, with influences from Burt Bacharach and Buddy Holly. Crenshaw is a noted guitarist who uses offbeat chord progressions and concise solos. He is best known for eponymous first album included the US hit Someday, Someway.http://video.whyy.org/video/2364999110/04/19/2013Crenshaw's music has roots in classic soul music and British Invasion song craft.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2364997644/Crenshaw's music has roots in classic soul music, British Invasion song craft, with influences from Burt Bacharach and Buddy Holly. Crenshaw is a noted guitarist who uses offbeat chord progressions and concise solos. He is best known for eponymous first album included the US hit Someday, Someway.http://video.whyy.org/video/2364997644/04/17/2013Crenshaw's music has roots in classic soul music and British Invasion song craft.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2364991180/Matisyahu is an American Hasidic Jewish reggae musician. He is known for blending traditional Jewish themes with Reggae, rock and hip hop beat-boxing sounds. The live version of his song “King Without a Crown,” broke into the Modern Rock Top 10 in 2006. The accompanying video and album, “Youth,” was certified gold by the RIAA.http://video.whyy.org/video/2364991180/04/05/2013Matisyahu is an American Hasidic Jewish reggae musician.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2364989991/Matisyahu, is an American Hasidic Jewish reggae musician. He is known for blending traditional Jewish themes with Reggae, rock and hip hop beat-boxing sounds. The live version of his song “King Without a Crown,” broke into the Modern Rock Top 10 in 2006. The accompanying video and album, “Youth,” was certified gold by the RIAA.http://video.whyy.org/video/2364989991/04/03/2013Matisyahu, is an American Hasidic Jewish reggae musician.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2363180488/As an American singer-songwriter and composer, he initially joined the Lisa Lobe Band after college. Duncan then released his self-titled debut album, Duncan Sheik, on June 4, 1996 to glowing reviews. He earned a four out of five star rating from the prestigious Rolling Stone. The single from it, "Barely Breathing," became the fourth longest running top 100 single in Billboard history.http://video.whyy.org/video/2363180488/03/28/2013Duncan Sheik performs at the World Cafe Live in PhiladelphianrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2361965665/As an American singer-songwriter and composer, he initially joined the Lisa Lobe Band after college Duncan then released his self-titled debut album, Duncan Sheik, on June 4, 1996 to glowing reviews. He earned a four out of five star rating from the prestigious Rolling Stone. The single from it, "Barely Breathing," became the fourth longest running top 100 single in Billboard history.http://video.whyy.org/video/2361965665/03/27/2013Check out American singer-songwriter and composer Duncan SheiknrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2354423333/Gerald Veasley was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he played bass in R&B; groups as a teenager. He worked with Joe Zawinul, Grover Washington, Jr., Teddy Pendergrass and shared a stage with Miles Davis and dizzy Gillespie. He began releasing his own records in 1992. He has also done extensive work as a studio musician. His 2008 release Your Move hit No. 12 on the U.S. Billboardhttp://video.whyy.org/video/2354423333/03/22/2013Gerald Veasley was born and raised in Philadelphia, where he played bass as a teen.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2349538025/Veasley, was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he played bass in R&B; groups as a teenager. He worked with Joe Zawinul, Grover Washington, Jr., Teddy Pendergrass and shared a stage with Miles Davis and dizzy Gillespie. He began releasing his own records in 1992. He has also done extensive work as a studio musician. His 2008 release Your Move hit No. 12 on the U.S. Billboard Top Chttp://video.whyy.org/video/2349538025/03/18/2013Veasley, was born and raised in Philadelphia where he played bass in R&B; groups as a teennrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2339711632/Al Stewart came to stardom as part of the British folk revival in the 1960s and 1970s, and developed his own unique style of combining folk-rock songs with delicately woven tales of the great characters and events from history. Stewart is best known for his 1976 hit single "Year of the Cat", the title song from the platinum album of the same name.http://video.whyy.org/video/2339711632/03/01/2013Al Stewart came to stardom as part of the British folk revival in the 1960s and 1970snrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2339231564/Stewart came to stardom as part of the British folk revival in the 1960s and 1970s, and developed his own unique style of combining folk-rock songs with delicately woven tales of the great characters and events from history. Stewart is best known for his 1976 hit single "Year of the Cat", the title song from the platinum album of the same name.http://video.whyy.org/video/2339231564/02/27/2013Stewart was a key figure in a fertile era in British music in the 1960s and 70snrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2337611459/For the past 44 years, Tower of Power has been creating their own kind of soul music. Since 1968, Tower of Power has delivered their unique brand of music to their fans, appearing before sold out crowds as they tour the world each year. Tower’s sound can be hard to categorize, but the band's leader and founding member, Emilio Castillo, has labeled their sound as "Urban Soul Music."http://video.whyy.org/video/2337611459/02/22/2013For the past 44 years, Tower of Power has been creating their own kind of soul music.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2336543659/For the past 44 years, Tower of Power has been creating their own kind of soul music. Since 1968, Tower of Power has delivered their unique brand of music to their fans, appearing before sold out crowds as they tour the world each year. Tower’s sound can be hard to categorize, but the band's leader and founding member, Emilio Castillo, has labeled their sound as "Urban Soul Music."http://video.whyy.org/video/2336543659/02/19/2013For the past 44 years, Tower of Power has been creating their own kind of soul music.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2335388174/We caught up to Asia during their 30th Anniversary World Tour which included all the original members. Asia’s debut album exploded onto the music scene in March 1982 with several Top 10 singles and sales exceeding 7 million copies. Members of this “supergroup”, featuring bassist/vocalist John Wetton, drummer Carl Palmer, keyboardist Geoff Downes, and guitarist Steve Howe emerged from such veteranhttp://video.whyy.org/video/2335388174/02/15/2013Asia's 30th Anniversary World Tour included all the original members.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2334598840/Carl Palmer of the band Asia performs a drum solohttp://video.whyy.org/video/2334598840/02/13/2013Carl Palmer of the band Asia performs a drum solonrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2333879500/We caught up to Asia during their 30th Anniversary World Tour which included all the original members. Asia's debut album exploded onto the music scene in March 1982 with several Top 10 singles and sales exceeding 7 million copies. Members of this "supergroup", featuring bassist/vocalist John Wetton, drummer Carl Palmer, keyboardist Geoff Downes, and guitarist Steve Howe emerged from such veteranhttp://video.whyy.org/video/2333879500/02/11/2013Asia's 30th Anniversary World Tour included all the original members.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2332561193/AWB are widely regarded as one of the best soul and funk bands in the history of music. Though perhaps best known for their timeless instrumental mega-hit 'Pick Up the Pieces’ the band’s strength actually lay in their consistently accomplished song-writing, stretching across several gold selling albums and multi-Grammy nominations for the legendary Atlantic Records.http://video.whyy.org/video/2332561193/02/06/2013AWB are widely regarded as one of the best soul and funk bands in the history of music.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2331914219/AWB are widely regarded as one of the best soul and funk bands in the history of music. Though perhaps best known for their timeless instrumental mega-hit 'Pick Up the Pieces' the band's strength actually lay in their consistently accomplished song-writing, stretching across several gold selling albums and multi-Grammy nominations for the legendary Atlantic Records.http://video.whyy.org/video/2331914219/02/04/2013AWB are widely regarded as one of the best soul and funk bands in the history of music.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2329105092/Los Lonely Boys, an American Chicano rock power trio of brothers from San Angelo, Texas, play a style of music they call "Texican Rock n' Roll," combining elements of rock and roll, Texas blues, brown eyed soul, country, and Tejano. The group's first single, "Heaven", reached No. 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart, and in 2005 the song won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group.http://video.whyy.org/video/2329105092/01/25/2013Los Lonely Boys, isa American Chicano rock power trio of brothers from San Angelo, TexasnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2327812429/Los Lonely Boys, an American Chicano rock power trio of brothers from San Angelo, Texas, play a style of music they call "Texican Rock n' Roll," combining elements of rock and roll, Texas blues, brown eyed soul, country, and Tejano. The group's first single, "Heaven", reached No. 1 on the Adult Contemporary chart, and in 2005 the song won a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group whttp://video.whyy.org/video/2327812429/01/22/2013Los Lonely Boys, an American Chicano rock trio of brothers, play "Texican Rock n' Roll"nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2326203758/The story of Smash Palace is the real deal; a dedicated band that's paid its dues and continues to create some of the best melodic rock n roll you'll ever hear. The Butler brothers do what they do best, 60s jangle rock, 70s rock swagger, 80s power pop, 90s Brit rock all rolled into a contemporary style that's all their own. Inspired by the Beatles as youths they started writing songs together.http://video.whyy.org/video/2326203758/01/16/2013The Butler brothers do what they do best, 60s jangle rock, 70s rock swagger, 80s power popnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2325279924/The story of Smash Palace is the real deal; a dedicated band that's paid its dues and continues to create some of the best melodic rock n roll you'll ever hear. The Butler brothers do what they do best, 60s jangle rock, 70s rock swagger, 80s power pop, 90s Brit rock all rolled into a contemporary style that's all their own. Inspired by the Beatles as youths they started writing songs together.http://video.whyy.org/video/2325279924/01/14/2013The Butler brothers do what they do best, 60s jangle rock, 70s rock swagger, 80s power popnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2324581087/It’s been nearly forty years since Tim Hauser, a former Madison Avenue marketing executive, paid his bills by driving a New York City cab while aspiring to form a harmony vocal quartet that could authentically embrace varied musical styles, and still create something wholly unique in the field of American popular song. With over a dozen Grammys to their name, this quartet continues to bring theirhttp://video.whyy.org/video/2324581087/01/11/2013With over a dozen Grammys to their name, this quartet takes their harmonies worldwide.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2323765539/It’s been nearly forty years since Tim Hauser paid his bills by driving a New York City cab while aspiring to form a harmony vocal quartet that could authentically embrace varied musical styles, and still create something wholly unique in the field of American popular song. With over a dozen Grammys to their name, this quartet continues to bring their stellar harmonies to stages worldwide.http://video.whyy.org/video/2323765539/01/07/2013With over a dozen Grammys to their name, this quartet carries their harmonies worldwidenrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2311453651/Van der Graaf Generator is an English progressive rock band, formed in 1967 in Manchester by singer-songwriter Peter Hammill and Chris Judge Smith. Unique among “prog” rock bands, they became considerably popular in Italy during the 1970s. Their distinctive and dynamic vocals combined with electronically treated saxophones, thick chordal keyboard parts and jazz-like drumming, compels this band tohttp://video.whyy.org/video/2311453651/11/30/2012Van der Graaf Generator is an English progressive rock band, formed in 1967 in ManchesternrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2309670111/Van der Graaf Generator is an English progressive rock band, formed in 1967 in Manchester by singer-songwriter Peter Hammill and Chris Judge Smith. Unique among “prog” rock bands, they became considerably popular in Italy during the 1970s. Their distinctive and dynamic vocals combined with electronically treated saxophones, thick chordal keyboard parts and jazz-like drumming, compels this band tohttp://video.whyy.org/video/2309670111/11/26/2012Unique among “prog” rock bands, they became considerably popular in Italy during the 1970snrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2305401704/Since 2002, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals have come a long way since the days as a self-produced indie band from Vermont. Potter discusses the roots of the band and the woman behind the diva in this candid interview. Now a continuously growing commercial success with four studio albums and multiple soundtrack contributions to film and television, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals are taking the rohttp://video.whyy.org/video/2305401704/11/16/2012Grace Potter and the Nocturnals have come a long way since the days as a VT indie bandnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2303996837/Since 2002, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals have come a long way since the days as a self-produced indie band from Vermont. Potter discusses the roots of the band and the woman behind the diva in this candid interview. Now a continuously growing commercial success with four studio albums and multiple soundtrack contributions to film and television, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals are taking thehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2303996837/11/13/2012Grace Potter and the Nocturnals have come a long way since the days as a VT indie bandnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2299645150/For three often lonely years of life on the road, playing a brand of honest and passionate folk/punk, Frank Turner continued to rise to prominence with an ever increasing following. Inside the packed out tents, heaving with adoring fans and intrigued passers-by, Frank led the congregation in a mass sing-a-long; a stirring set that not only sparked the interest of the British mainstream.http://video.whyy.org/video/2299645150/11/02/2012Frank Turner continues to rise to prominence with an ever increasing following.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2298779372/For three often lonely years of life on the road, playing a brand of honest and passionate folk/punk, Frank Turner continued to rise to prominence with an ever increasing following. Inside the packed out tents, heaving with adoring fans and intrigued passers-by, Frank led the congregation in a mass sing-a-long; a stirring set that not only sparked the interest of the British mainstream and a wealthttp://video.whyy.org/video/2298779372/10/31/2012Frank Turner continues to rise to prominence with an ever increasing following.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2296833862/Anoushka Shankar, world renowned sitar player and composer, daughter of the famous sitar guru Ravi Shankar, and half sister to musical artist Norah Jones, brings her international collection of players to Longwood Gardens. The blend of flamenco guitar, sitar and a varied selection of unique instrumentation make this performance culturally enhancing and a delight.http://video.whyy.org/video/2296833862/10/26/2012Anoushka Shankar, world renowned sitar player and composer, performs at Longwood GardensnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2293218997/Anoushka Shankar world renowned sitar player and composer, daughter of the famous sitar guru Ravi Shankar, and half sister to musical artist Norah Jones, brings her international collection of players to Longwood Gardens. The blend of flamenco guitar, sitar and a varied selection of unique instrumentation make this performance culturally enhancing and a delight.http://video.whyy.org/video/2293218997/10/18/2012Anoushka Shankar world renowned sitar player and composernrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2293255483/George Thorogood & the Destroyers have been going strong since the release of their first album in 1977. With 16 studio albums to their credit, including Platinum and Gold records, their bad-boy approach is softened by George’s candid interview, revealing quite a different side. Originating from Wilmington, DE, the band is know for their hit “Bad to the Bone” and other blues standards.http://video.whyy.org/video/2293255483/10/18/2012George Thorogood & the Destroyers have been going strong since their first album in 1977.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2293262262/George Thorogood & the Destroyers have been going strong since the release of their first album in 1977. With 16 studio albums to their credit, including Platinum and Gold records, their bad-boy approach is softened by George’s candid interview, revealing quite a different side. Originating from Wilmington, DE, the band is know for their hit “Bad to the Bone” and other blues standards.http://video.whyy.org/video/2293262262/10/18/2012George Thorogood & the Destroyers have been going strong since their first album in 1977.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2275675136/George Thorogood & the Destroyers have been going strong since the release of their first album in 1974. With 16 studio albums to their credit, including Platinum and Gold records, their bad-boy approach is softened by George’s candid interview, revealing quite a different side. Originating from Wilmington, DE, the band is know for their hit “Bad to the Bone” and other blues standards.http://video.whyy.org/video/2275675136/09/04/2012George Thorogood & the Destroyers have been going strong since the release of their firstnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2258273580/Bromberg’s range of material, based in the folk and blues idioms, continually expanded with each new album to encompass bluegrass, ragtime, country and ethnic music, and his touring band grew apace. By the mid-’70s. His sensitive and versatile approach to music is complimented by the ability to play several different instruments.http://video.whyy.org/video/2258273580/07/19/2012Bromberg’s range, based in the folk and blues idioms, continually expanded with each albumnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2256773308/Bromberg’s range of material, based in the folk and blues idioms, continually expanded with each new album to encompass bluegrass, ragtime, country and ethnic music, and his touring band grew apace. By the mid-’70s. His sensitive and versatile approach to music is complimented by the ability to play several different instruments.http://video.whyy.org/video/2256773308/07/16/2012Bromberg’s range, based in the folk and blues idioms, continually expanded with each albumnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2251133736/Glen Burtnik, a singer, songwriter, entertainer and multi instrumentalist, is best known as a former member of Styx. Although he is currently in various bands, for this performance, he is joined by an exciting group of stringed musicians, adding an exquisite blend of classical, folk, and pop to his sound.http://video.whyy.org/video/2251133736/06/28/2012Glen Burtnik is best known as a former member of Styx.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2243307177/Raul Midon is a singer songwriter and guitarist from New Mexico, based in New York City. He combines his distinct voice, strumming, beats, and vocal mouth trumpet sounds to create a one-man performance. His unique style shows influence of virtually every musical genre which came before him, including soul, flamenco, Latin jazz, blues, R&B; and folk. Midón is blind from infancy.http://video.whyy.org/video/2243307177/06/07/2012His unique style shows influence of virtually every musical genre which came before him.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2242825747/Raul Midon is a singer songwriter and guitarist from New Mexico, based in New York City. He combines his distinct voice, strumming, beats, and vocal mouth trumpet sounds to create a one-man performance. His unique style shows influence of virtually every musical genre which came before him, including soul, flamenco, Latin jazz, blues, R&B; and folk. Midón is blind from infancy.http://video.whyy.org/video/2242825747/06/06/2012His unique style shows influence of virtually every musical genre which came before him.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2241320521/The Baseball Project, composed of Peter Buck, Scott McCaughey, Steve Wynn and Linda Pitmon, formed in 2007. The performers came together from discussions between McCaughey and Wynn at R.E.M.'s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Baseball Project writes and performs a winning collection of songs about the game’s greats that will be pleasing to those who love America’s pastime.http://video.whyy.org/video/2241320521/06/01/2012Baseball Project writes and performs a winning collection of songs about the game’s greatsnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2239423715/The Baseball Project, composed of Peter Buck, Scott McCaughey, Steve Wynn and Linda Pitmon, formed in 2007. The performers came together from discussions between McCaughey and Wynn at R.E.M.'s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Baseball Project writes and performs a winning collection of songs about the game’s greats that will be pleasing to those who love America’s pastime.http://video.whyy.org/video/2239423715/05/25/2012Baseball Project writes and performs a winning collection of songs about the game’s greatsnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2235629161/Brothers Luther and Cody Dickinson soaked up the music of their father, Jim Dickinson, and absorbed the North Mississippi Blues legacy while playing and shaking it down at the juke joints with their blues ancestors. Joined up with bassist Chris Chew to form the core of their own band. Through the filter of generations of Mississippi Blues men, the Allstars pioneered their own blues-infused rock.http://video.whyy.org/video/2235629161/05/17/2012The Allstars pioneered their own blues-infused rocknrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2235089676/Brothers Luther and Cody Dickinson soaked up the music of their father, Jim Dickinson, and absorbed the North Mississippi Blues legacy while playing and shaking it down at the juke joints with their blues ancestors. Joined up with bassist Chris Chew to form the core of their own band.Through the filter of generations of Mississippi Blues, the Allstars pioneered their own blues-infused rock 'n rollhttp://video.whyy.org/video/2235089676/05/15/2012The Allstars pioneered their own blues-infused rock 'n rollnrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicCliphttp://video.whyy.org/video/2233496346/During a career that stretches back to the mid-’80s, Matthew Sweet has never followed trends, though his landmark 1991 album "Girlfriend" was responsible for starting one — its bone-dry, caterwauling sonics opening up a wild and picturesque new terrain for restless singer/songwriters to inhabit and explore. Two decades later, Sweet has once again swung for the fences with "Modern Art"http://video.whyy.org/video/2233496346/05/11/2012Matthew Sweet performs hits off of his album "Girlfriend"nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentMusicMusicEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2231768306/During a career that stretches back to the mid-'80s, Matthew Sweet has never followed trends, though his landmark 1991 album Girlfriend was responsible for starting one--its bone-dry, caterwauling sonics opening up a wild and picturesque new terrain for restless singer/songwriters to inhabit and explore.http://video.whyy.org/video/2231768306/05/07/2012Alternative rocker Matthew Sweet performs hits from his classic album "Girlfriend"nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsSegmenthttp://video.whyy.org/video/2225020986/A three-time Grammy Award winner for Best Contemporary Blues Album, Keb Mo infuses R&B;, American folk, Gospel, rock, jazz and blues into a sound that is truly and uniquely his own. His current album, Reflection, captures his musical spirit and virtuosity at its peak. He is said to be a master at blending many musical elements through melody and rhythm, with deep emotional connections.http://video.whyy.org/video/2225020986/04/20/2012Keb Mo infuses R&B;, American folk, Gospel, rock, jazz and blues into a unique sound.nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2222436348/A three-time Grammy Award winner for Best Contemporary Blues Album, Keb Mo infuses R&B;, American folk, Gospel, rock, jazz and blues into a sound that is truly and uniquely his own. His current album, Reflection, captures his musical spirit and virtuosity at its peak. He is said to be a master at blending many musical elements through melody and rhythm, with deep emotional connections.http://video.whyy.org/video/2222436348/04/16/2012Keb Mo infuses R&B;, American folk, Gospel, rock, jazz and blues into a unique sound.nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsSegmenthttp://video.whyy.org/video/2216614533/Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, whose members met years earlier at Connecticut College, formed this Americana indie band in 2004. Each member a multi-instrumentalist, their quirky and addictive brand of artful indie pop is adorning stages around the world. Known for their passionate inspired music, the band gained initial fame and commercial success via the internet.http://video.whyy.org/video/2216614533/03/30/2012Check out this quirky and addictive brand of artful indie pop.nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2215083740/Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, whose members met years earlier at Connecticut College, formed this Americana indie band in 2004. Each member a multi-instrumentalist, their quirky and addictive brand of artful indie pop is adorning stages around the world. Known for their passionate inspired music, the band gained initial fame and commercial success via the internet.http://video.whyy.org/video/2215083740/03/26/2012Each member a multi-instrumentalist, their indie pop brand greets stages around the worldnrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsSegmenthttp://video.whyy.org/video/2213431498/Justin Townes Earle brings his southern rock and honest songwriting straight from Nashville to the stage at WHYY's Connections Festival at Penn's Landing. Still in his 20's, his styling are reminiscent of Hank Williams and Johnny Cash with a contemporary flair. Being the son of notable artist Steve Earle has also impacted his personal and musical career.http://video.whyy.org/video/2213431498/03/23/2012Justin Townes Earle brings his southern rock from Nashville to the stagenrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2212210256/Justin Townes Earl brings his southern rock and honest songwriting straight from Nashville to the stage at WHYY's Connections Festival at Penn's Landing. Still in his 20's, his styling are reminiscent of Hank Williams and Johnny Cash with a contemporary flair. Being the son of notable artist Steve Earl has also impacted his personal and musical career.http://video.whyy.org/video/2212210256/03/19/2012Justin Townes Earl brings his southern rock straight from Nashville to the stage.nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsSegmenthttp://video.whyy.org/video/2204694282/For over thirty years, the Fabulous Thunderbirds have been performing their Texas roadhouse electric blues. The band's distinctive and powerful sound manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid led by Kim Wilson, songwriter, lead vocalist and commander of the harmonica.http://video.whyy.org/video/2204694282/03/02/2012Check out the Texas roadhouse electric blues of the Fabulous ThunderbirdsnrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisodehttp://video.whyy.org/video/2204167434/For over thirty years, the Fabulous Thunderbirds have been performing their Texas roadhouse electric blues with such top 40 hits as "Tuff Enuff" and "Wrap It Up." The band's distinctive sound manifested itself into a unique musical hybrid led by Kim Wilson, songwriter, lead vocalist and commander of the harmonica. Their performance at the beautiful Atlantic City boardwalk drew crowds of fans.http://video.whyy.org/video/2204167434/03/01/2012The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been performing their blues for over 30 years.nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsSegmenthttp://video.whyy.org/video/2201444412/Walter Trout's journey began in 1965. His soaring warm Stratocaster guitar unites the worlds of blues, rock and pure sonic adventurism, where inspiration and technique meet to create a unique, soulful language. This New Jersey native placed 6th in the BBC Radio One list of the top 20 guitarists of all time! He feels music gives him an opportunity to speak directly into people's hearts.http://video.whyy.org/video/2201444412/02/24/2012Enter Walter Trout's world of blues, rock and pure sonic adventurism.nrMusicMusicPerforming ArtsPerforming ArtsEpisode