'Becoming Led Zeppelin' (2025): Movie Review

‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ (2025): Movie Review

March 11, 2025

Mike Tiano takes a deep dive into ‘Becoming Led Zeppelin,’ the new film focusing on the early years of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham.

The Bright Spots in George Harrison's Troubled 'Dark Horse' Era

The Bright Spots in George Harrison’s Troubled ‘Dark Horse’ Era

December 29, 2024

‘Dark Horse’ and its subsequent tour arrived 50 years ago amid a period of conflict and uncertainty for George Harrison. But there were bright spots.

Hearts & Minds - 'Illuminescence' (2025)

Hearts & Minds – ‘Illuminescence’ (2025)

March 11, 2025

The new Hearts & Minds release ‘Illuminescence’ is party music for both the heart and the mind.

Hearts & Minds - 'Illuminescence' (2025)

Hearts & Minds – ‘Illuminescence’ (2025)

March 11, 2025

The new Hearts & Minds release ‘Illuminescence’ is party music for both the heart and the mind.

Jeff Arnal + Dietrich Eichmann - 'Tides of Unrest / Berlin 2023' (2025)

Jeff Arnal + Dietrich Eichmann – ‘Tides of Unrest / Berlin 2023’ (2025)

February 26, 2025

Jeff Arnal and Dietrich Eichmann were on their game for ‘Tides of Unrest / Berlin 2023’ as there is synergism galore, and it never wavers no matter how many chances each take.

Fernando Perdomo - 'Waves 3' (2025)

Fernando Perdomo – ‘Waves 3’ (2025)

March 13, 2025

The third in a series of 12 albums continues to raise the bar in Fernando Perdomo’s all-instrumental progressive rock series.

Fernando Perdomo - 'Waves 3' (2025)

Fernando Perdomo – ‘Waves 3’ (2025)

March 13, 2025

The third in a series of 12 albums continues to raise the bar in Fernando Perdomo’s all-instrumental progressive rock series.

How Black Sabbath's Self-Titled Debut Invented a New Genre of Music

How Black Sabbath’s Self-Titled Debut Invented a New Genre of Music

February 5, 2025

‘Black Sabbath’ was released 55 years ago this month, and I’m still struck by what a defining moment this was in rock.

Alestorm, Ratt, Zeal & Ardor + Others: Fred Phillips' Best of 2024 Metal and Hard Rock Songs

Alestorm, Ratt, Zeal & Ardor + Others: Fred Phillips’ Best of 2024 Metal and Hard Rock Songs

January 26, 2025

Fred Phillips’ Best of 2024 list of metal and hard rock songs includes Alestorm, Ratt, Armored Saint, Zeal & Ardor and others.

The 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco - 'Are You Sure?' (2025)

The 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco – ‘Are You Sure?’ (2025)

February 2, 2025

The 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco are back. Their calling card of campy humor married to tight rock-pop songcraft are back, too, with their new set of songs ‘Are You Sure?’.

Deborah Holland - 'I Made It This Far' (2025)

Deborah Holland – ‘I Made It This Far’ (2025)

March 7, 2025

Mature, sobering and real, Deborah Holland’s ‘I Made It This Far’ delivers a musical statement that resonates.

'Crowded House: Every Album, Every Song' by Jon Magidsohn: Books

‘Crowded House: Every Album, Every Song’ by Jon Magidsohn: Books

January 22, 2025

‘Crowded House: Every Album, Every Song’ is an entertaining read for those interested in understanding the band’s artistry and the stories behind their music.

Dan Weiss, Bobby Broom, Judith Owen + Others: Five for the Road

Dan Weiss, Bobby Broom, Judith Owen + Others: Five for the Road

June 6, 2024

Dan Weiss, Bobby Broom, Judith Owen and others are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.

The Rescued Early Paul McCartney Song That Completed 'Beatles For Sale'

The Rescued Early Paul McCartney Song That Completed ‘Beatles For Sale’

December 4, 2024

Released 60 years ago today, the Beatles’ fourth album dug deeply for a track that had originally been demoed in Paul McCartney’s childhood bathroom.

Terry Blade - 'Chicago Kinfolk: The Juke Joint Blues' (2025)

Terry Blade – ‘Chicago Kinfolk: The Juke Joint Blues’ (2025)

March 4, 2025

Terry Blade’s ‘Chicago Kinfolk: The Juke Joint Blues’ is a modern-day blues masterpiece that is as musically potent as it is culturally significant.

Narada Michael Walden: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Narada Michael Walden: The Albums That Shaped My Career

September 9, 2024

Narada Michael Walden’s music and that of the artists he works with varies intriguingly from genre to genre. So do the albums that shaped his career.

'Becoming Led Zeppelin' (2025): Movie Review

‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ (2025): Movie Review

March 11, 2025

Mike Tiano takes a deep dive into ‘Becoming Led Zeppelin,’ the new film focusing on the early years of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham.

'Becoming Led Zeppelin' (2025): Movie Review

‘Becoming Led Zeppelin’ (2025): Movie Review

March 11, 2025

Mike Tiano takes a deep dive into ‘Becoming Led Zeppelin,’ the new film focusing on the early years of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham.

How 'Hollies Sing Hollies' Showed New Promise After Graham Nash's Exit

How ‘Hollies Sing Hollies’ Showed New Promise After Graham Nash’s Exit

November 14, 2024

Released 55 years ago this month, ‘Hollies Sing Hollies’ retains the spellbinding harmony and melodic smarts that brought the Hollies acclaim in the first place.

How 'Hollies Sing Hollies' Showed New Promise After Graham Nash's Exit

How ‘Hollies Sing Hollies’ Showed New Promise After Graham Nash’s Exit

November 14, 2024

Released 55 years ago this month, ‘Hollies Sing Hollies’ retains the spellbinding harmony and melodic smarts that brought the Hollies acclaim in the first place.

The Five Must-Have Songs For Your Halloween Playlist

The Five Must-Have Songs For Your Halloween Playlist

October 31, 2024

Stuck for a Halloween playlist to help while away the minutes between tonight’s zombie apocalypses? Start here.

Playin' the Changes With Tom Petty, Aerosmith + Cheap Trick: Shadows in Stereo

Playin’ the Changes With Tom Petty, Aerosmith + Cheap Trick: Shadows in Stereo

October 25, 2021

Often over-looked albums by Tom Petty, Aerosmith and Cheap Trick are turning 40 next year. But why wait for a rock ‘n’ roll re-evaluation?