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    The Organist

    Episode 13: High-Heeled Boys

    Annie Clark, better known as St. Vincent, takes us on a musical history tour, including music that influenced her from age two through high school. LANGUAGE ADVISORY

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    By Andrew Leland • Apr 22, 2014 • 16m Listen

    Annie Clark, better known by her stage name, St. Vincent, gives the listener a tour through her personal musical history. She talks about the music that raised and influenced her from age two (Ritchie Valens) through high school (Sonic Youth, Solex, Fiona Apple, Big Black). She also made a mix tape for the Organist featuring some of her current favorites. Listen to it below.

    This episode was produced by Jenna Weiss-Berman, Ross Simonini and Andrew Leland. Thanks to Gary Scott, Jenny Radelet, Melissa Morton, Mario Diaz and Miranda Mellis.

    NOTE: CONTAINS LANGUAGE AND CERTAIN SITUATIONS THAT MAY BE INAPPROPRIATE FOR CHILDREN.

    Banner image: Annie Clark, aka St. Vincent. Photo: Renata Raksha

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      Andrew Leland

      author of “The Country of the Blind: A Memoir At The End Of Sight”

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      Ross Simonini

      Producer, 'The Organist'

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      Jenna Weiss-Berman

      Producer, 'The Organist'

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