The B-52s Go "New Age."
Vocalist Fred Schneider and singer/keyboardist Kate Pierson of the rock band The B-52's. In the late 70's, the group came to New York from Athens, Georgia and scored a hit with their song "Rock Lobster." Their danceable music and 60's style stood out among the new wave groups of New York's downtown music scene. They have a new album titled "Cosmic Thing."
Other segments from the episode on July 20, 1989
Fresh Air with Terry Gross, July 20, 1989: Interview with Michael Doris; Review of Marshall Crenshaw and Chris Isaak's albums; Interview with Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson; Review of the film "When…
Transcript
Transcript currently not available.
Transcripts are created on a rush deadline, and accuracy and availability may vary. This text may not be in its final form and may be updated or revised in the future. Please be aware that the authoritative record of Fresh Air interviews and reviews are the audio recordings of each segment.