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Singer, Songwriter, and Pianist Randy Newman

Newman joins Terry in the studio for music and conversation. Known for his satiric songs, he has sung from the perspective of a racist, a rapist and even God in songs like "Suzanne" and "Rednecks." He is currently working on a musical based on "Faust."

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, November 16, 1992: Interview with Randy Newman; Interview with Jeffrey Katzenberg; Review of Madonna's album "Erotica" and Prince's album "[symbol]."
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Jeffrey Katzenberg on the Musical Tradition of Disney Films

The chairman of The Walt Disney Studios previously served as president of production for Paramount Pictures. Since Katzenberg has been at Disney, the studio has produced hits such as "Down and Out in Beverly Hills," "Dick Tracy," and "Pretty Woman." Disney's latest release is "Aladdin," an animated musical fantasy starring Robin Williams that promises to follow the box-office success of "The Little Mermaid" and "Beauty and the Beast."

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Singer and Songwriter Randy Newman

Newman made his mark in popular music with ironic lyrics about good old boys, petty criminals, saints and lovers. He also wrote the soundtracks for the films "The Natural" and "Ragtime." Newman's latest album, his first in five years, is titled "Land of Dreams."

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