Streams

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Exclusive stream: Helen Sung, “Brother Thelonious” from Anthem For A New Day (2014)

A past winner of the Mary Lou Williams Piano Competition, Helen Sung knows her way around eighty-eight keys, and after five well-received albums, this NYC residing, Houston, Texas native is bringing her talents to the Concord Music label. You May Also Like: Thelonious Monk – Mønk (2018) Ryan Blotnick –Read More

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Exclusive stream: Transatlantic, “Shine” from Kaleidoscope (2014)

Here’s a chance to sample Transatlantic’s first new music since 2009’s The Whirlwind, as the prog supergroup adds some much-needed warmth to a bitterly cold period. You May Also Like: Neal Morse Did It All (Again) on ‘Songs from November’ Neal Morse on ‘The Great Adventure,’ Sequels and Cruise toRead More

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Exclusive stream: Michael Des Barres, “My Baby Saved My Ass; I Dont Need No Doctor; Bang A Gong” (2013)

Hard on the heels of a well-received 2012 studio effort Carnaby Street, Michael Des Barres took the stage at Hollywood’s Viper Room — never intending to issue a live album from the date. You May Also Like: Nate Lepine, “Hennies” from Quartet: Vortices (2016): Something Else! exclusive stream Gong –Read More

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Streams: Previously unheard live version of the Who’s “Pinball Wizard”

Who fans can get a sneak peek at a previously unreleased live version of “Pinball Wizard” from the forthcoming limited-edition Tommy set — if you can crack a fun memory game at the band’s web site. You May Also Like: Why ‘Endless Wire’ Should Have Been the Who’s Final FarewellRead More

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Exclusive stream: The Flower Kings, “White Tuxedos” from Desolation Rose (2013)

The disembodied voice of Richard Nixon — eerie, foreboding, completely full of it — heralds the arrival of this stark indictment of pols who tell you they want peace even while escalating conflict You May Also Like: Bad Company – ‘Desolation Angels’ (1979; 2020 reissue) Why ‘Red Rose Speedway’ EndedRead More

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Steve Hackett with John Wetton, “Afterglow” (2013): Exclusive Stream

John Wetton is a wonder of raw feelings as he joins Stevie Hackett on a cover from Genesis’ ‘Wind and Wuthering.’

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Something Else! sneak peek: Van Morrison, “Into the Mystic [Take 11]” from Moondance Box Set (2013)

As Warner Bros. gets set to release a sprawling five-disc reissue of Van Morrison’s breakthrough Moondance, here’s a chance to hear one of its tastiest extras — an alternate take on “Into the Mystic.” You May Also Like: Elton John – ‘Jewel Box’ (2020) On the Trail of Everything BobRead More

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Exclusive stream: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, “It Feels Like Christmas Time” (2013)

Sure, the leaves haven’t even started changing. The morning jackets are still coming off at lunch. But that doesn’t mean Christmas time isn’t just around the corner. Here’s proof You May Also Like: Nate Lepine, “Hennies” from Quartet: Vortices (2016): Something Else! exclusive stream Billy Sherwood, Fernando Perdomo, Teymur PhellRead More

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Streams: Los Lobos, “The Neighborhood” from Disconnected in New York (2013)

Los Lobos challenged themselves like never before on 1990’s The Neighborhood, as heard on this smart take on the title track from the band’s forthcoming live set Disconnected in New York. You May Also Like: Los Lobos – ‘Native Sons’ (2021) Brownout – ‘Berlin Sessions’ (2020) Paul McCartney’s ‘Good EveningRead More

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William Shatner with George Duke, “Where Does Time Go” (2013): Exclusive stream

A new prog-rock project from William Shatner includes final recordings with the late George Duke.