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T-Bone Burnett, René Marie and The Hold Steady

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Robert Plant and Alison Kraussare onstage tonight at the Tower City Amphitheater, and today ideastream's Jim Goldurs speaks with the producer who brought them together T-Bone Burnett. Plus, ideastream music director Bobby Jackson examines a controversial performance of Lift Every Voice and Sing by jazz vocalist, René Marie. And, we share Dee's interview with the frontmen for one of the hottest bands in the country -- The Hold Steady-- as they get ready to rock the Beachland Ballroom.

Dave DeOreo is coordinating producer for Ideastream Public Media’s arts and culture team.