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Bellbird, “Pigeons & Disco” (2023): Something Else! video premiere

Bellbird, “Pigeons & Disco” (2023): Something Else! video premiere

Here is the video premiere of “Pigeons & Disco,” from the Montreal-based quartet Bellbird’s debut album ‘Root in Tandem.’

How the Isley Brothers Made Seals and Crofts’ ‘Summer Breeze’ Their Own

How the Isley Brothers Made Seals and Crofts’ ‘Summer Breeze’ Their Own

The newly expanded Isley Brothers’ ‘3 + 3’ arrived 50 years ago this month with a funky take on a very recent Seals and Crofts hit. Something magical happened.

Steve Lukather, “Someone” from ‘Bridges’ (2023): One Track Mind

Steve Lukather, “Someone” from ‘Bridges’ (2023): One Track Mind

This second preview of Steve Lukather’s forthcoming solo album ‘Bridges’ reflects the high level of musicianship we expect from him, and great songcraft.

Steve Lukather, “When I See You Again” from ‘Bridges’ (2023): One Track Mind

Steve Lukather, “When I See You Again” from ‘Bridges’ (2023): One Track Mind

Steve Lukather returns with a Toto-sounding single, just two years after ending his longest-ever dry spell as a solo artist.

Good Intentions, “Neverending,” from ‘Devotion Comes Easy to Me’ (2023): Video premiere

Good Intentions, “Neverending,” from ‘Devotion Comes Easy to Me’ (2023): Video premiere

Here is the video premiere of “Neverending,” from the debut album of Gregg Belisle-Chi’s post-rockers Good Intentions.

Nick Finzer, “Waking Up” from ‘Dreams, Visions, Illusions’ (2023): One Track Mind

Nick Finzer, “Waking Up” from ‘Dreams, Visions, Illusions’ (2023): One Track Mind

With “Waking Up,” Nick Finzer continues to deliver engaging compositions which challenge both the players and his listeners.

Why the Beach Boys’ ‘Sail On, Sailor’ Pointed to So Many Unrealized Triumphs

Why the Beach Boys’ ‘Sail On, Sailor’ Pointed to So Many Unrealized Triumphs

Released 50 years ago, “Sail On, Sailor” was a highlight of a Beach Boys era marked by seismic change, both musically and visually. It wouldn’t last.

Vincent Meissner Trio, “Young Folks” from ‘Wille’ (2023): One Track Mind

Vincent Meissner Trio, “Young Folks” from ‘Wille’ (2023): One Track Mind

The Vincent Meissner Trio found a perfect moment that covers youth and European, turning a brisk cover of “Young Folks” into an appealing jazz song.

Why ‘Out of Time’ Finally Settled the Rolling Stones vs. Beatles Debate for Me

Why ‘Out of Time’ Finally Settled the Rolling Stones vs. Beatles Debate for Me

In the age-old question of Beatles or Rolling Stones, I’ve spent much of my life quite firmly in the Beatles camp. Then everything changed.

I Don’t Understand Styx’s ‘Mr. Roboto,’ But I Can’t Get Enough of It

I Don’t Understand Styx’s ‘Mr. Roboto,’ But I Can’t Get Enough of It

Secret, secret – I’ve got a secret: Styx’s “Mr. Roboto” arrived 40 years ago today as a nonsensical band-busting hit. I turn it up every time.