Sep 26th, 2008 · When it comes to odd time signatures, classics like "Take Five" and the theme to Mission Impossible are excellent places to start. But a small bit of digging turns up many other fantastic, and often lesser known works. Here are a five more songs that successfully employ the 5/4 time signature with great diversity and show how playing in 5 can be used in a variety of approaches and styles.
Sep 3rd, 2008 · The No Child Left Behind Act is widely considered a signature education initiative of the Bush administration, passed in the early days of the president's first term. The legislation was intended to reform struggling schools and address the achievement gap. But eight years later, reviews are mixed. A roundtable of educators discuss issues they hope the next administration will address.
Aug 29th, 2008 · Ever since his 1958 live album from Chicago's Pershing Lounge, Ahmad Jamal has been recognized as a major force in jazz. In this program from 1985, Jamal reprises two signature pieces from that session in duets with Marian McPartland: "Poinciana" and "But Not for Me."
Aug 15th, 2008 · New research indicates chili pepper plants may have developed their signature heat as a way to fight off fungal infections caused by insects.
Aug 11th, 2008 · Isaac Hayes, the legendary soul singer and composer, died Sunday in Memphis, Tenn. He was 65. His signature sound laid the groundwork for the lush orchestrations of disco and the hip vocals of rap. He was known more recently as the voice of "Chef" on South Park.
Jul 26th, 2008 · The Senate met in a rare Saturday session and gave final congressional approval to a wide-ranging housing bill. The bill aims to bolster the sagging housing market and includes measures aimed at shoring up Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. The president says he'll sign it when it reaches his desk, early next week.
Jul 18th, 2008 · Tamien Bain, who spent 12 years in jail after holding up a McDonald's in 1994, is now rapping to promote the fast food chain's signature sandwich. The 29-year-old's jingle landed him a spot as one of five finalists in the "Big Mac Chant-Off" contest. The winner's song will air in a national McDonald's ad.
Jul 3rd, 2008 · Visa is rescinding a rule that requires merchants to treat Visa-branded PIN-debit cards differently from signature debit cards. Co-host Renee Montagne reports.