Jan 14, 2013 (Ask Me Another) — Music is full of famous birds-- Charlie "Bird" Parker, The Byrds, Andrew Bird -- as well as countless songwriters who find birds to be a useful lyrical metaphor. Guest musician Julian Velard rocks out to some tunes and artists that mention types of our avian friends.
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Jan 14, 2013 (Ask Me Another) — Music is full of famous birds-- Charlie "Bird" Parker, The Byrds, Andrew Bird -- as well as countless songwriters who find birds to be a useful lyrical metaphor. Guest musician Julian Velard rocks out to some tunes and artists that mention types of our avian friends.Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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