Articles by: Mike Dostert

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Josephine Foster – I’m A Dreamer (2013)

It is fair to say that Josephine Foster’s musical career has only varied slightly so far. Her songs are mostly based on poems by Emily Dickinson, children’s songs or traditional Spanish melodies. You May Also Like: Chris Potter – The Dreamer Is The Dream (2017) Seth Walker – Gotta GetRead More

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On Second Thought: Bruce Springsteen – High Hopes (2014)

Bruce Springsteen is one of the greatest storytellers in rock, whether taking on racism, Vietnam, 9/11 or the eternal victory of our Lord Jesus Christ. But he also remains a misunderstood presence. You May Also Like: How Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tunnel of Love’ Dug Deeply to Find Hard Truths Reevaluating BruceRead More

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James Vincent McMorrow – Post Tropical (2014)

James Vincent McMorrow, who hails from Dublin, Ireland, didn’t exactly rush back with another long player after dropping his acclaimed debut in 2010. But he didn’t fool with the recipe that made Early in the Morning work, either. You May Also Like: Björkenheim, Sopko, James, Laswell, Yamaki (Inaugural Sound ClashRead More

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Mogwai – Rave Tapes (2014)

Already a post-rock institution, almost no one dares to criticize this Scottish band anymore. Mogwai could release a three-second throwaway and it would be praised as a masterpiece. You May Also Like: Tortoise’s ‘Beacons of Ancestorship’ Provided Intriguing New Insights Into Post Rock Badfinger’s Joey Molland – The Pilgrim (1992):Read More

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Pixies – ‘EP2’ (2014)

The Pixies without Kim Deal? No, that doesn’t work.

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The Strypes – Snapshot (2013)

At first sight, these guys look like trendsetters, with Beatles-like costumes, mushroom-head hairstyles and, of course, the obligatory sunglasses. They also have prominent fans You May Also Like: Steve Porcaro on Toto’s 2018 U.S. Tour, New Music and the ‘Horror’ of Singing Riverside [Dave Douglas, Chet Doxas, Steve Swallow, JimRead More

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On Second Thought: Black Rebel Motorcycle Club – Specter at the Feast (2013)

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club emerged in 2013 with their long-awaited Specter at the Feast studio project, this group’s most realized album yet. The journey there, however, was simply epic. You May Also Like: Rock and Roll Music, by the Beatles, Stones, Oasis, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club: Odd Couples Black SabbathRead More

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Brendan Benson – You Were Right (2013)