Archive for July 9th, 2013

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‘I’m moved by time, and the weight of time’: Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant on what drives him

As Led Zeppelin recedes further into his rear-view mirror, Robert Plant continues to stay busy — collaborating with Allison Krauss, the Band of Joy and currently with the Spectacular Space Shifters. Still, he’s keenly aware of how much time has passed. You May Also Like: How Robert Plant and AlisonRead More

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Little River Band, “The Lost and the Lonely” from Cuts like a Diamond (2013): Something Else! sneak peek

The Little River Band returns with a new song devoted to our armed forces, part of the group’s first non-holiday album of songs in 2006.

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Roy Harper, Pink Floyd collaborator and Led Zeppelin inspiration, returns with first album in 13 years

Roy Harper, perhaps best known to American audiences for his mid-1970s collaboration with Pink Floyd and for inspiring a Led Zeppelin deep cut, returns with his first album since 2000. You May Also Like: Inside the Making of Pink Floyd’s ‘The Later Years’: Something Else! Interview Why ‘Celebration Day’ ProvidedRead More

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‘You ask and maybe they’ll say yes’: Bloody Beetroots’ song with Paul McCartney began with off-hand remark

An out-of-nowhere collaboration between the Beatles’ Paul McCartney and Bloody Beetroots, the masked Italian DJs, grew out of a shared producer — and a remix. You May Also Like: Paul McCartney Found Collaborative, First-Take Genius Again With ‘Electric Arguments’ Ray Paul – ‘Bloody Rubbish: The Best & Some of theRead More

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Robert Randolph and the Family Band – Lickety Split (2013)

“I’m the only one who does what I do,” says Robert Randolph matter-of-factly, and anyone even only casually familiar with his music know he’s right. You May Also Like: Robert Randolph & the Family Band – Got Soul (2017) Marcus Randolph and My Peeples Peeple – Transplant (2017) Mary HalvorsonRead More

Forgotten series: Scatterbrain – Here Comes Trouble (1990)

Forgotten series: Scatterbrain – Here Comes Trouble (1990)

What do thrash, Cheech and Chong, Mozart and some of the greatest riffs in hard rock history have in common? This sadly forgotten gem of an album. You May Also Like: Pantera – ‘Power Metal’ (1988): Forgotten Series Australian Crawl – ‘Sirocco’ (1981): Forgotten Series

Third of Never – Downrising (2013)

Third of Never – Downrising (2013)

Third of Never’s ‘Downrising’ possesses a radio-friendly quality that shimmers and sizzles with intuitive and inspired songwriting and musicianship.

Almost Hits: Jody Watley, “Still A Thrill” (1987)

Almost Hits: Jody Watley, “Still A Thrill” (1987)

Y’all might not remember it, but Jody Watley was arguably the Beyoncé of the late 80s, giving Janet Jackson and Madonna a real run for their money as the top dance floor diva. You May Also Like: Prince (1958-2016): An Appreciation DELIRIOUS: Our Ultimate Prince Playlist Chick Corea Elektric BandRead More