Music Remastered, Reissued and Revived

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
Major labels are turning out fresh reissues of classic albums by the Beatles and Rolling Stones. Meanwhile, smaller labels are digging up exciting but forgotten 60's and 70's soul records. Today, we explore the growing market for repackaged and remastered music. Also: the composer and percussionist Lukas Ligeti shares the music of his African-influenced ensemble of musicians and dancers, Burkina Electric.

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