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Culture in the News
Omar Thomas on making “Griot Songs” at GBH
Omar Thomas is a large ensemble composer who’s had work commissioned by Eastman New Jazz Ensemble, the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus, and the Colorado Symphony Orchestra. His newest album, “Griot Songs,” was recorded entirely in the GBH Fraser Performance Studio. He spoke to Al Davis and Va Lynda Robinson about the process.
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Boston's own 'Guster' to perform with Keith Lockhart and Boston Pops
The indie-rock band with a cult following has been going strong for more than 30 years. -
Once a race track, Suffolk Downs is now an outdoor music venue
The seasonal space, which can hold up to 8,500 concert goers, opens June 16th -
Three local librarians share their top summer reading picks
From regency romance to sci-fi thrillers, we gush over our favorite books of 2023 on this annual book club special.
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Episode 9, Season 2025<br> Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Marty Jackley
Attorneys General across the United States discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence policy| 5:11 -
Episode 8, Season 2025<br> Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney Genera Michelle Henry
Attorneys General across the United States discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence policy| 4:49 -
Episode 5013, Season 50<br> Sturgill Simpson Presents Johnny Blue Skies
Sturgill Simpson performs songs from "Passage Du Desir," under a new name, Johnny Blue Skies.| 53:25 -
Episode 7, Season 2025<br> Seeking Common Ground: Artificial Intelligence with Attorney General Anthony Brown
Attorneys General across the United States discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence policy| 7:27
