Archive for October 21st, 2014

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Avishai Cohen’s Triveni – Dark Nights (2014)

Far from losing its freshness, this power jazz trio led by its virtuosic trumpet player Avishai Cohen has delivered its best set of recordings yet.

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WKRP in Cincinnati: The Complete Series (2014): Television

‘WKRP in Cincinnati’ finally returns with much – if, alas, not all – of its original music in tact.

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Are Hall and Oates yacht rockers?: ‘I don’t even know what that means’

John Oates is taking Hall and Oates’ more recent categorization as yacht rockers in stride – though he insists he’s never worn “the stupid hat.”

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Northern Sugar, American Suitcase + others – International Pop Overthrow, Volume 17 (2014)

‘International Pop Overthrow, Volume 17’ is buttered to the brim with strong hooks, cracking melodies, divine harmonies and tireless energy.