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Huey Lewis on his hearing loss

Because of the debilitating symptoms of Meniere’s disease, which has affected his hearing, the frontman of Huey Lewis and the News says their upcoming album, “Weather,” will likely be their last Source

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Gustavo Dudamel’s musical mission

Conductor Gustavo Dudamel, music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is a rock star of the classical world, and he brings that star power when he meets young musicians in schools and colleges across the country. An ambassador of the sublime, he talks with John Dickerson about the transformative power of music, and shares his infectious excitement in performances that transmit the necessity of making art a part of your life. Source

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Raffi: Songs for the young and young at heart

For more than 40 years the folk singer-turned-rock star to kids has been singing songs to delight multiple generations. Correspondent Serena Altschul sits down with Raffi Cavoukian, whose hits include “Baby Beluga” and “Bananaphone.” Source

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Making a hit pop song

What goes into creating a hit song? Are there formulas or tricks that will help you craft the next #1 smash? David Pogue talks with Neil Sedaka, Ashford & Simpson’s Valerie Simpson, and author John Seabrook (“The Song Machine”) about the genius of pop songs, and then collaborates with producer Oak Felder on a song that undoubtedly will be the Next Big Hit. Source

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