On this episode of Soundcheck: two artists who are inspired by folk music, but write songs that fall under a different genre altogether. Hear Mike Doughty and Sofia Rei's performances and interviews recorded at WNYC studios earlier this year.

Indie Rock Band Shearwater Performs Cerebral Songs with Laurie Anderson, In-Studio

WNYC, New York Public Radio, brings you Soundcheck, the arts and culture program hosted by John Schaefer, who engages guests and listeners in lively, inquisitive conversations with established and rising figures in New York City's creative arts scene. Guests come from all disciplines, including pop, indie rock, jazz, urban, world and classical music, technology, cultural affairs, TV and film. Recent episodes have included features on Michael Jackson,Crosby Stills & Nash, the Assad Brothers, Rackett, The Replacements, and James Brown.