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Perfect Harmony: An Interview with Legendary Vocal Group the Waters

Christian John Wikane / 25 February 2020

From Phil Spector's Wall of Sound to 20 Feet from Stardom, Julia, Maxine, Luther, and Oren Waters reflect on their six-decade career, including historic sessions with Herbie Hancock, Neil Diamond, Michael Jackson, and countless other music legends.

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A Sage Among Singers: An Interview With Janice Pendarvis

Christian John Wikane / 22 December 2016

From performing with Sting, Philip Glass and Laurie Anderson to appearing in 20 Feet from Stardom, Janice Pendarvis finds wisdom beyond her comfort zone.

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Finally in the Spotlight: ’20 Feet from Stardom’

Jeremiah Massengale / 17 January 2014

Backup singers don’t usually get to be in the spotlight, but 20 Feet from Stardom finally puts them front and center in this captivating documentary about pop music’s unsung heroes.