Archive for September, 2014

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Leonard Cohen – Popular Problems (2014)

He remains a mystery, as misunderstood as his most famous song, as purposeful in his third act as he is utterly aware of the creeping shadows all around. You May Also Like: Leonard Cohen, Always Wise Beyond His Years, Nourished Both the Heart and Intellect Sharon Robinson on Her TimeRead More

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Marty Walsh – The Total Plan (2014)

Guitarist Marty Walsh shows he has the total package on a new album called ‘The Total Plan.’

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Phil Collins on returning to the drums, reunion with Genesis: ‘I don’t miss it, no’

Phil Collins has been slowing moving back into the spotlight lately, though it’s been as a vocalist rather than a drummer. You May Also Like: Phil Collins, “In the Air Tonight” (1981): On Second Thought Why ‘Selling England by the Pound’ Remains Genesis’ Most Complete Album Steve Hackett, Nov. 8,Read More

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One Track Mind: The Who, “Be Lucky” from Who Hits 50 (2014)

A new song from the Who? We should be so lucky, right?

The Beatles – Abbey Road (1969): On Second Thought

The Beatles – Abbey Road (1969): On Second Thought

‘Abbey Road’ was simultaneously the Beatles at their best, and the sound of a band disintegrating.

Random Shuffle: Peter Cetera, the Beatles, J Mascis and a pile of bootlegs

Random Shuffle: Peter Cetera, the Beatles, J Mascis and a pile of bootlegs

Mat Brewster shares thoughts and memories as random music goes by.

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Form and Mess – Form and Mess (2014)

Form And Mess thrives on the extreme limits of rock and jazz.

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Daryl Hall’s surprising choice for favorite Hall and Oates cover: ‘It belongs to the world’

He says “as long as you pay me, do whatever you want, you know?”

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Pete Molinari, folk-rock modernist – Something Else! Interview

He questions the idea of originality anymore, but his music makes the case.

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Rested, ready Christine McVie reunites with Fleetwood Mac: ‘This is crazy; I’m going back to work’

Christine McVie is back after a 16-year retirement. What was she thinking?