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Originally broadcast live from NPR's studio 4-A on January 21, 2003, this special edition features a performance from Canada's rustic roots group, The Be Good Tanyas. The band talks with All Songs host Bob Boilen about their music and offers a sneak peek at a few cuts from their upcoming album, Chinatown.

Below you'll find some of the albums and artists the Be Good Tanyas talked about during the show.

Jolie Holland was one of the founding members of the Be Good Tanyas, credited with co-writing the song "The Littlest Birds".

Jolie Holland

Album: Catalpa
Song: "All the Morning Birds"
Label: Self produced

Visit the official Web site for Jolie Holland.


To purchase this CD, visit the artist's Web site.

The Be Good Tanyas cite Al Green as one of their bigger influences. This album, I'm Still in Love With You is one of their favorites.

Al Green

Album: I'm Still In Love With You
Song: "Simply Beautiful"
Label: Capitol

Visit the official Al Green Web site.

Reggae may seem far removed from The Be Good Tanyas' lilting, roots-based harmonies, but they say the sounds of Jamaica have shaped their own music.

Junior Murvin

Album: Police and Theives
Song: "Police and Thieves"
Label: Mango

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