Rock 'n' Roller With a Twist

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
When you need to learn how to dance the Twist, there’s just one person to call. Today: rock 'n' roll pioneer Chubby Checker explains his role in dance crazes like the Twist, the Pony and, yes, the Hucklebuck. Plus: the ensemble Clogs is part of a contemporary craze for chamber music with an indie-rock flavor. The band joins us to play live.

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