Instant Fame

For most bands overnight success is a dream come true, but what glitters is not always gold. Soundcheck looks into the good, the bad and the ugly side of instant fame. Zach Condon, frontman of the indie sensation Beirut is joined by a veteran of the record industry, Lyle Hysen, to discuss. Then, a conversation with musician and music director Aaron Dworkin. He is a MacArthur Award winner and was just elected to Newsweek’s list of 15 People Who Make America Great. Plus, a live performance from the young pianist, Eldar.