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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.

How Laura Branigan’s Passion and Emotion Live On Without Her

How Laura Branigan’s Passion and Emotion Live On Without Her

Gone now almost 20 years, Laura Branigan’s impact went far beyond ’80s-era Top 10 singles like “Gloria,” “Solitaire” and “Self Control.”

Why Bill Hicks’ Long-Ago Assaults on Stupidity Still Matter Today

Why Bill Hicks’ Long-Ago Assaults on Stupidity Still Matter Today

A truism of comedy is that jokes generally have short built-in life spans. Yet decades later, Bill Hicks remains almost inexhaustibly re-listenable.

The Ageless Mystery and Otherworldly Charge of Jeff Buckley

The Ageless Mystery and Otherworldly Charge of Jeff Buckley

Somehow already gone more than 25 years, Jeff Buckley seemed to have been born with one foot already rooted in the beyond.

Wayne Shorter (1933-2023): An Appreciation

Wayne Shorter (1933-2023): An Appreciation

Most may not put Wayne Shorter on the level of Sonny Rollins or John Coltrane, but I do. When surveying the impact he made over 50 years, it’s hard not to.

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.

In Defense of the Often-Overlooked Mott the Hoople

In Defense of the Often-Overlooked Mott the Hoople

Mott the Hoople deserves wider fame for their eclectic mix of Dylan-esque folk rock, glam leanings, prog-type forays, proto punk/metal and rock ‘n’ roll.