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On March 13, President Trump promised to mobilize private and public resources to respond to the coronavirus. NPR followed up on each promise and found little action had been taken.

Rep. David Cicilline, D-R.I., says Amazon, Facebook, Google and Apple operate like monopolies and need to be broken up or regulated.

Author and law professor Tim Wu says much of the "free" content on the Web comes at a price to users, who are subjected to ads that are targeted specifically at them and increasingly hard to ignore.

The North Texas music scene has always been known for its strength and versatility. But, as this list demonstrates, it's also got youth on its side.

Nellie McKay stops by the WBGO studios on this edition of Singers Unlimited Podcast.

Two great NJ tributes band live on one stage on March 12, 2022 at the Brook Arts Center - Almost U2 and Pure McCartney. Born from the Asbury Park-based band Misfit Johnny comes Almost U2, a tribute to the live experience of the iconic band U2. The band pays homage to U2 with spot-on accuracy and attention to detail. With music spanning U2’s entire music catalog, their renditions of legendary U2 live performances honor the band and equally the experience of a real U2 concert! Pure McCartney is a 6-piece tribute band from New Jersey that celebrates the music of Paul McCartney. The repertoire includes selections from Sir Paul’s works with The Beatles and Wings, as well as his solo recordings. The band faithfully recreates the selected songs, whether they are studio or live versions, of Sir Paul’s catalog. This is one night of music you don’t want to miss! Advance discount tickets at www.brookarts.org or 732-469-7700. Box Office Opens at 6 pm for regular price walk-up sales. All seats are reserved socially distanced seating. Concessions, Bar, and Free Parking are available. The Brook Arts Center is in Bound Brook, NJ, one block from the Bound Brook Train station and a few short miles from Rt 22, 287, and 78.

Back by popular demand, the powerhouse ensemble We May Be Right will deliver an electrifying special Valentine’s Day performance at the Brook Arts Center on Saturday, February 11 at 8 pm. Moving audiences of all ages as they authentically re-create the music of one of the greatest Rock and Roll Keyboard Players, "Piano Man" Billy Joel. A pianist since age 6, Karl Dietel is a 20-year veteran of the Tri-State area live music scene. He toured nationally for many years with Sean Kelly and The Samples. Together with veteran musicians Perry Andrews, Derek Davodowich, Luke Kessel, and Jim Ruffi, this band deliver hit after hit along with some of Billy’s best deep cuts. We May Be Right shows bring the audience to their feet singing along to all the classics! Discounted advance tickets at www.brookarts.org or 732-469-7700. Box Office Opens at 6 pm for walk-up sales. All seats are reserved socially distanced. Concessions, Bar, and Free Parking are available. The Brook Arts Center is located in the historic downtown Bound Brook, NJ, one block from the Bound Brook Train station and a few short miles from Rt 22, 287, and 78.

Join Black House Black Joy Podcast and WBGO Studios as we celebrate the power of Black Music Month and the profound influence of House Music in New Jersey and beyond. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with the stories and sounds that have shaped a community and continue to resonate today.

Come and join us at 6 pm on June 15th in Express Newark's Lecture Hall at the Hahnes Building, where WBGO's Carmen Balentine will be hosting an evening filled with music, storytelling, and community.

Panelists: Carolyn Byrd, Eddie Nicholas, Charon Jenkins, DJ Mix Mash, Dr. Lacey Hunter

Our podcast is the perfect companion to the upcoming film docu-series "Black House, Black Joy", which explores the same themes and stories in visual form.

So put on your dancing shoes and join us for "Black House Black Joy" - a celebration of House Music, Black joy, and the power of community.

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And a smooth new groove from David Benoit and Friends.Miguel Zenón, “El Negro Bembón”Last year, Miguel Zenón released an album of atypical texture,…

During his 58 years with the Stones, Watts, who died Aug. 24, often let the other members of the band take the spotlight on stage and in the press. Originally broadcast in 1991.