Austen Diamond previews the show by L.A.-based octet Orgone, and Betsy Burton reviews Julie Schumacher’s comical academic novel, Dear Committee Members. (Doubleday)
Book reviews and concert previews brought to you by Betsy Burton, co-owner of The King's English Bookshop, and Austen Diamond, producer of 13% Salt. Books & Beats airs Saturdays at 7:35 a.m. and 9:35 a.m. during NPR's Weekend Edition.