Eric Johnson + Mike Stern, “Benny Man’s Blues” from Eclectic (2014): One Track Mind
“Benny Man’s Blues” lives up to the outsized, genre-bending expectations surrounding a studio pairing of Eric Johnson and Mike Stern.
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Josh Ritter, “Rosalie” from Link of Chain: A Songwriters Tribute to Chris Smither (2014)
Josh Ritter’s version of “Rosalie” stands out on a Chris Smithers tribute album with plenty of bigger stars.
Daniel Lanois, “Iceland” from Flesh and Machine (2014): One Track Mind
Daniel Lanois’ “Iceland” is unutterably beautiful at one turn, dark and humid the next
Diana Krall, “California Dreamin'” from Wallflower (2014): One Track Mind
Diana Krall’s new take on “California Dreamin'” gives the Mamas and the Papas hit a much-needed makeover.
Johnny Marr, “Easy Money” from Playland (2014): One Track Mind
“Easy Money,” from Johnny Marr’s forthcoming solo album ‘Playland,’ is ridiculously listenable.
One Track Mind: Grace Marino, “Survive” from The Initiative (2014)
Grace Marino’s “Survive” is a heart-gripping song from the Initiative’s terrific self-titled debut album.
Stevie Nicks, “Twisted” from 24 Karat Gold (2014): One Track Mind
’24 Karat Gold’ gives Stevie Nicks a chance to finally get it right with “Twisted.”
One Track Mind: The Who, “Be Lucky” from Who Hits 50 (2014)
A new song from the Who? We should be so lucky, right?
One Track Mind: Marty Penrose + Taylor Penrose, “Gettin’ It Together” (2014)
This song bustles and boogies with soul and sweat.
One Track Mind: Thompson, “One Life at a Time” from Family (2014)
Richard Thompson sings here about taking a moment to understand blessings, beginning with the blessing of being left alone. Completely understandable, considering the situation. You May Also Like: Linda and Richard Thompson, “The Great Valerio” (1974): One Track Mind Richard and Linda Thompson – ‘Shoot Out the Lights’ (1982): OnRead More
