Archive for October 18th, 2012

by / on October 18, 2012 at 10:45 am / in Jazz, Uncategorized, Unsigned Bands

Ross Hammond – Revival Trio (2012)

Earlier this year, “Sacramento’s secret weapon” (quoting myself) made a wonderful out-jazz quintet record featuring saxophonist Vinny Golia.

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by / on October 18, 2012 at 7:50 am / in Folk, Gimme Five, Rock Music, The Sucks Series, Uncategorized

Gimme Five: Songs where Bob Dylan, well, sucked

It is fair to say that the most difficult comparison Bob Dylan ever faces is with his former selves. Still, over the years, there have been some selves that were undoubtedly worse than others.

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by / on October 18, 2012 at 7:15 am / in Jazz, Uncategorized, Vocalists

Elizabeth Shepherd – Rewind (2012)

Toronto-born vocalist, pianist, producer, and arranger Elizabeth Shepherd brings a spirit of freshness to Rewind, her first full-length album of standards.

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by / on October 18, 2012 at 6:42 am / in One Track Mind, Pop Music, Rock Music, Uncategorized

One Track Mind: Craig Chaquico on “Count on Me,” “Find Your Way Back,” “Jane,” “No Way Out”

Craig Chaquico joins us to talk about key moments from Jefferson Starship and his solo career, including his take on the Albert King-via-Cream classic “Born Under a Bad Sign” from the guitarist’s newly released debut for Blind Pig.

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