NPR recently aired a pair of fascinating pieces on two musical greats. They are of different generations and genres, but both offer great insight into their brilliance and accomplishments.
A story on the late great Donny Hathaway, an under-appreciated genius with a mind-melting voice: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=127935255
A candid interview with Eminem about his struggle with addiction that played a big role in the creation of his new record:
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=127953120&sc=nl&cc=mn-20100622
Donny Hathaway’s version of “Jealous Guy” from his ‘Live’ album: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65WexbsVs40]
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