Articles by: Stephen Lewis

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One Track Mind: Keith Richards and Friends, “Words of Wonder/Get Up Stand Up” (2014)

This charity single deftly combines a Richards deep cut with a reggae classic.

On Second Thought: Grateful Dead – Dave’s Picks, Volume 1 (2012)

On Second Thought: Grateful Dead – Dave’s Picks, Volume 1 (2012)

Brimming with power and grace, this has become a treasured collector’s item.

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Empty Hearts [Andy Babiuk, Wally Palmar, Clem Burke + Elliot Easton] – Empty Hearts (2014)

Sturdy rock and roll that pays tribute to its influences without sounding trite.

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One Track Mind: Tweedy, “Diamond Light Parts I and II” (2014)

Another song emerges from Tweedy’s new solo album, along with a bonus track.

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Ian McLagan and the Bump Band – United States (2014)

Ian McLagan returns with a boozy swagger, even while examining deep human emotions.

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One Track Mind: The Autumn Defense, “Moods” (2014)

John Stirratt and Pat Sansone of Wilco take on a new cover song as the Autumn Defense.

Grateful Dead Songs That, Well, Suck: Gimme Five

Grateful Dead Songs That, Well, Suck: Gimme Five

Despite the Grateful Dead’s success, there have been a few musical blunders along the way.

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The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, June 8, 2014: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Sean Lennon and Charlotte Kemp Muhl achieved a signature moment at Mountain Jam.

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One Track Mind: Invisible Familiars, “Clever Devil” (2014)

Quirky musical details lift a new track from members of the Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger.

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On Second Thought: Van Morrison – No Guru, No Method, No Teacher (1986)

Arriving in an era dominated by neon sensibilities, Van Morrison instead stayed the course.