2: Singer pianist RANDY NEWMAN in the studio for music and conversation. Known for his satiric songs, NEWMAN has portrayed a racist, a rapist, and even God in songs like "Suzanne" and "Rednecks." In 1990 NEWMAN composed the soundtrack for the short-lived musical cop show, "Cop Rock." He also composed music for the movies "Parenthood," and "Avalon." His newest CD is "Faust" by Reprise Records 1995. (REBROADCAST from
Copyright 1995 Fresh Air
