A Musician's Life: The Bacon Brothers

A Musician's Life: The Bacon Brothers

Series: A Musician's Life
From: WXPN
Length: 00:05:00

On this edition of "A Musician's Life" Tracey Tanenbaum speaks with The Bacon Brothers. The Bacon Brothers are screen actor Kevin Bacon and his brother film & TV composer Michael. Most people roll their eyes when they hear about celebrities trying their hand at music. But Kevin has gotten positive press for his honest songwriting and accessible sound. With his training in composition Michael adds polish to the band's gritty edge. The Bacon Brothers' latest album is called "New Year's Day". Read the full description.

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Piece Description

The Bacon brothers grew up in Philadelphia in a family encouraged to express itself creatively. Michael Bacon learned how to play guitar when he was a kid. Kevin, ten years young, always listened to Michael. He grew fascinated with his brother's musicianship; and with the way Michael constructed songs. The Brothers decided to form a band after performing a one time gig in Philadelphia. They've been making records and touring the country since 1994. The Bacon Brothers have just released "New Year's Day".

Broadcast History

will broadcast on WXPN-FM in Philadelphia week of May 31. Will be sent to npr as a podcast on Monday May 10, 2009

Intro and Outro

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It's time for A Musician's Life. WXPN producer Tracey Tanenbaum speaks with The Bacon Brothers...Yes, it features well-known actor Kevin BAcon. Critics say they're much better than you may expect.

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