Articles by: Tom Wilmeth

‘Leon Russell: The Master of Space and Time’s Journey Through Rock & Roll History’ (2023): Books

‘Leon Russell: The Master of Space and Time’s Journey Through Rock & Roll History’ (2023): Books

If you remember Leon Russell, then you remember a certain era. Even-handed author Bill Janovitz takes us back.

Terry Kirkman’s Legend Was Bigger Than the Association’s ‘Cherish’

Terry Kirkman’s Legend Was Bigger Than the Association’s ‘Cherish’

The Association’s chart-topping “Cherish” was the epitome of the romantic pop ballad, but Terry Kirkman wrote far more – and far more interesting – songs.

How Jimmy Buffett Became a Steadfast Superstar

How Jimmy Buffett Became a Steadfast Superstar

The Parrotheads will miss the concert experiences. The rest of the world will miss Jimmy Buffett’s attitude.

How Robbie Robertson Changed Bob Dylan Forever

How Robbie Robertson Changed Bob Dylan Forever

Bob Dylan has played with a lot of electric guitarists. Fine players, all. One stands alone, however, in this long musical history: Robbie Robertson.

‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90’: Movies

‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90’: Movies

‘Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90’ was well-meaning, heartfelt, and often well-performed – but a few intangibles were lacking.

‘Written in Their Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos’ (2023)

‘Written in Their Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos’ (2023)

Cheryl Pawelski spent 17 years saving great music from irretrievable oblivion for ‘Written in Their Soul: The Stax Songwriter Demos.’ It was time well spent.

The Night When David Crosby (Justifiably) Flipped Me Off

The Night When David Crosby (Justifiably) Flipped Me Off

David Crosby was a little ways off, walking away from where I stood — then I shouted out. His quick acknowledgement amused me greatly.

Jeff Beck (1944-2023): An Appreciation

Jeff Beck (1944-2023): An Appreciation

Tom Wilmeth remembers the gone-too-soon Jeff Beck, a supremely talented guitarist with a restless soul.

Bob Dylan, Nov. 2, 2021: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Bob Dylan, Nov. 2, 2021: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Bob Dylan is back on the road. Nobody seemed happier about it during his tour-opening stop in Milwaukee than Bob himself.

‘Elegant People: A History of the Band Weather Report,’ by Curt Bianchi: Books

‘Elegant People: A History of the Band Weather Report,’ by Curt Bianchi: Books

A depth of knowledge that comes from long-term research, and Curt Bianchi’s passion for the music of Weather Report, is evident on every page.