This two-part documentary is not just another collage of the late sixties and early seventies; it may well be the news-sound collage of that turbulent time: one that speaks the ideas of justice, freedom, and enlightenment with a passionate and authentic voice. Its music still carries the sense of momentous cultural and political upheaval and its voices still reverberate with amazing intensity and power. Originally produced in 1976, and reworked three years later into "The Last News Show," these documentaries have become a solid underground classic. Once considered too controversial for the public airwaves, A Decade in Your Ear can now be heard and appreciated as refreshing and exciting radio: collaging at its very best—and the only news show you can dance to.

In its ten years as a weekly national series, 1987-1998, New American Radio (NAR) commissioned and distributed over 300 original works: conceptual new drama, associational documentary, language explorations, sonic meditations, environmental compositions, musical explorations and works that pioneer new dimensions in acoustic space. Wave Farm is thrilled to be partnering with New American Radio to ensure these works remain available to listeners today and into the future.

New American Radio was organized by Helen Thorington, Executive Producer and Regine Beyer, Associate Producer. A special thanks to both Helen Thorington and Jo-Anne Green for their generous support and collaboration of this partnership, and their contribution to the field at large!

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