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Randy Newman performs "Political Science," off the 2011 Nonesuch CD/DVD Live in London.While touring in support of his 2008 album Harps and Angels, Newman performed a special concert at London’s intimate LSO St. Luke’s accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra led by Robert Ziegler. The program, featuring songs from throughout Newman’s career, was televised by the BBC and is available on CD+DVD along with an interview from the BBC broadcast. The Sunday Times of London says: "Essential listening for anyone who cares about the art of songwriting."
Watch This VideoThe video for Björk's "Thunderbolt," off her album Biophilia, was shot at the world premiere of the live Biophilia show at the 2011 Manchester International Festival.
Watch This VideoInspired by Wassoulou tradition, jazz, and blues, Fatoumata Diawara has created her own unique contemporary folk sound, giving a distinctly African spin to the concept of the female singer-songwriter. "Like her mentor [Oumou] Sangaré," says the Financial Times, "Diawara combines feminist social conscience with effortless melodic charm." This song "Bissa" is from her debut album, Fatou.
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