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Soundcheck Podcast

A weekly review of the best new music from the staff of The Hartford Courant.Your hosts are Eric R. Danton, Courant Rock Critic, and Stephen Busemeyer, a Courant editor and CD reviewer. Guest commenta... Read more

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Craig Finn: Clear Heart Full Eyes

Craig Finn: Clear Heart Full Eyes

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Kathleen Edwards: Voyageur

Kathleen Edwards: Voyageur

Voyageur, the latest from Kathleen Edwards, shows the influence of a new producer (think Bon Iver). But how does this re... Read more

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Dex Romweber Duo: Is That You In The Blue?

Dex Romweber Duo: Is That You In The Blue?

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