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The Drums

Deep Cuts: Lost & Found goes out with a BANG on this mid-season finale for season 4, focusing on drums and drummers. Check out acclaimed rhythmatists like Stewart Copeland and Ringo Starr, as well as some lesser-known thumpers like George Hurley and James Gadson. Featuring The Po ...  Show more

Protest Songs

“You don’t have to take this crap. You don’t have to sit back and relax. You can actually try changing it.” (Thank you, Paul Weller.) Tune in and maybe the walls will come tumbling down. Featuring Protest Songs by Fugazi, Midnight Oil, The Style Council, Ice Cube, and more. Lea ...  Show more

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