Archive for November 9th, 2013

Vinyl

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Creedence Clearwater Revival: Boxed Set (2013)

Creedence Clearwater Revival was a canny name, considering the way the band nudged rock — in a moment when their San Francisco brethren were pushing it further out in the space — back toward its R&B roots. You May Also Like: Tell It to the Judge – Cases of MisguidedRead More

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Anthony Strong – Stepping Out (2013)

From the opening strokes of “Too Darn Hot,” it’s abundantly clear that Anthony Strong is the real deal. He swings hard and brims with confidence, filling Stepping Out with a brand of boldness that fits him like a perfect suit. You May Also Like: Anthony Braxton – ‘Quartet (Standards) 2020’Read More

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‘I was just trying to breathe’: Adam Lambert on his most memorable set with Queen

Much has been made of Adam Lambert’s triumphal stateside debut in September with Queen. But that wasn’t close to the biggest, most pressure-filled date during his collaborative stint with Brian May and Roger Taylor. You May Also Like: Adam Lambert’s Favorite Queen Song Might Surprise You Why You Should GiveRead More

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Mark Lettieri – Futurefun EP (2013)

From live gigs with Erykah Badu and Pat Boone to recording with 50 Cent, gospel artist Myron Williams and the funk-jazz party band that he’s a member of, Snarky Puppy, DFW’s Mark Lettieri is a versatile guitarist, because he has to be. You May Also Like: Mark Lettieri – SparkRead More

(Cross the) Heartland: Pat Metheny, “April Joy” (1978)

(Cross the) Heartland: Pat Metheny, “April Joy” (1978)