The Voyager Gold Record was sent out into space in 1977.
In 1977, NASA's Voyager project launched a "Golden Record" into space. Tonight on Soundcheck, we hear from the woman who helped curate the album and how the project created a playlist intended for future humans, or, possibly… aliens. Plus, inspired by the Golden Record, Soundcheck introduces a game that forces you to make tough choices about songs by your favorite artists.
Then, Sierra Leone-born singer Janka Nabay brings his band the Bubu Gang to perform in the studio.
Gig Alert: Tyler Bryant
Blues-rock guitarist Tyler Bryant plays the Studio at Webster Hall on Monday night with his band, The Shakedown. Download the track "Say A Prayer."
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