China’s “Battle of the Bands”

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Pepsi Co. and Shanghai TV have invited “underground” bands from across China to compete in an American Idol-style TV show. It’s China’s “Battle of the Bands,” and the finals are fast approaching. The winners will get some cash, some new equipment, and a recording contract with Pepsi Co.’s music label. The World’s Mary Kay Magistad checks out some of the finalists in Shanghai.

Music Heard on Air for September 8, 2009

A List of Music Featured Between our reports for September 8, 2009

Israel’s military rabbis

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Military rabbis are taking on more of a front line role in the Israeli armed forces, marching into battle alongside the troops. Some IDF soldiers are glad of their presence; others express concerns. Katya Adler reports on the rise of the military rabbis who are changing the face of the once largely secular Israeli army. Download MP3