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Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels recalls the battle to bring rock music to TV

Lorne Michaels recalls SNL’s early sound challenges and how improving live music on TV shaped the show’s legacy, now honored in a 50th-anniversary Hall of Fame exhibit.

“SNL” creator Lorne Michaels reveals his biggest fight during show's beginning (exclusive)

The show boss discussed challenges around music in season 1 while visiting the "Saturday Night Live" exhibit at the Rock & ...

Doc about legendary 'SNL' scribe Jim Downey to premiere Oct. 17

"Downey Wrote That," a documentary about longtime "Saturday Night Live" writer and five-time Emmy-winner Jim Downey, is set ...
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Comedian Fred Armisen says his new album — 100 Sound Effects — is serious business

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with actor and musician Fred Armisen about the reason and production behind his new sound effect album, 100 Sound Effects.

Peacock Sets Doc on ‘SNL’ Legend Jim Downey, Featuring Conan O’Brien, Bill Hader and More

Peacock has announced a documentary on 'SNL' legend Jim Downey, to debut on Oct. 17. It will feature Conan O'Brien, John ...