BE 2026

Fight With Music: A Conversation with Marc Ribot & Grayson Haver Currin

Sat   Mar   28   2026 - 11:00 AM PostModern Sound Exchange

From his reams of radical bands like Ceramic Dog, Shrek, and Los Cubanos Postizos to his long-running collaborations with Tom Waits, John Zorn, and so many others, Marc Ribot has always brought a radical edge to his guitar playing. He is now a tireless activist, too, organizing on behalf of indie musicians seeking fair payments and representation in the digital age. Ribot speaks with music journalist Grayson Haver Currin about all facets of his career and the connections between them.

BIG EARS
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