When host of WNYC's
Soundcheck John Schaefer put out the question, "What's a better music area, Long Island or New Jersey?" His brother chimed in with, "England ... but if you want to stay in the states, then it has to be Detroit." And
Soundcheck has taken note. Listen to the broadcast from one of the smartest music radio programs around (which WDET 101.9 FM broadcasts each day at 2 p.m.).
Excerpt:
When most music fans think of Detroit, Motown is the first thing
that comes to mind. But the city's music history includes a wealth of
underappreciated rock and soul artists.
As New York prepares for tomorrow's Ponderosa Stomp showcase of Motor City music, Detroit-based music critics Gary Graff and Michael Hurtt joins us for a look at The Gories, ? and the Mysterians, and other acts.
Read the entire article
here.
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