When Artists Dry Up

Soundcheck | Jul 28, 2010

Great musicians have come through creative blocks to produce outstanding works. But at least one was driven to suicide by vanishing inspiration. Today, we look at how artists cope with a creative block, and we'll take your calls. Plus: Brazilian musician Seu Jorge spent several years on the streets in Rio de Janeiro before his career took off. He tells us about it and plays live in the Soundcheck studio.

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