Archive for April 19th, 2012

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Frank Ocean Fires Back at Don Henley Over Sample of Eagles’ ‘Hotel California’

“Shit’s weird. Ain’t this guy rich as fuck? Why sue the new guy?”

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As Styx prepares for summer tour, James "J.Y." Young hints at new studio project

Styx is considering a full-length covers project, according to founding guitarist James “J.Y.” Young — and why not? After all, Styx’s 2003 rendition of the Beatles “I Am The Walrus” “was our biggest airplay item of newly recorded music in the new millennium.” You May Also Like: No related posts.

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New Red Hot Chili Peppers EP salutes fellow Hall of Fame inductees, including Ramones, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, others

If you always wondered what the Red Hot Chili Peppers would sound like covering their fellow Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees — both the expected (the Ramones, Iggy Pop) and the decidedly less so (Dion, the Beach Boys) — here’s your chance. You May Also Like: When JohnRead More

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Joe Walsh talks about the digital-age theme of Analog Man, and working with Jeff Lynne

Joe Walsh goes in depth on his long-awaited new 2012 solo recording Analog Man, exploring its digital-age theme and what it was like to work with producer Jeff Lynne of Electric Light Orchestra fame. You May Also Like: Jeff Lynne’s Dream to Work With Reunited Beatles Had Tense Initial Moments

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Something Else! sneak peek: Rush, "Headlong Flight" (2012)

Building off a hard-charging instrumental, the initial single from Rush’s forthcoming Clockwork Angels finds the trio referencing its storied musical past — in more ways than one. You May Also Like: How Rush’s Misunderstood ‘Snakes and Arrows’ Offered Hope Amid Tragedy How Rush Finished at the Top of Their GameRead More

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Hank Williams III – Long Gone Daddy (2012)

After years of battling with Curb Records to have his albums released, Hank III finally broke free from his contract a little over a year ago. You May Also Like: Dave Stryker – ‘Eight Track III’ (2019) Tim Berne, Aurora Nealand + Hank Roberts – ‘Oceans And’ (2023)

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On Second Thought: Jack White – Blunderbuss (2012)

In our initial review on Jack White’s forthcoming 2012 solo debut, we breathlessly likened Blunderbuss to “a ready-made greatest-hits package.” But there’s more to be said. You May Also Like: Were the White Stripes Actually a Bad Thing for Jack White? Four Jacks and a Jill, “Master Jack” (1968): OneRead More

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Half Notes: Ro Sham Beaux – Ro Sham Beaux (2012)

Sprung from classmates at the well-regarded New England Conservatory of Music, Ro Sham Beaux, est. 2009, is a Boston-based band that, in a rarity for a fusion jazz ensemble, takes the “band” word seriously: they operate as a true cooperative. This quartet made up of Zac Shaiman (sax, effects), LukeRead More

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Forgotten series: The Choir – Choir Practice (1994)

Armed with an arsenal of great songs, sharp chops and a cool look, the Choir were Cleveland, Ohio’s answer to the best of the British Invasion. Formed in late 1964 and initially called the Mods, the band gathered much local success right up until their break up in 1970. DuringRead More

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Gimme Five: John Wetton on Asia, King Crimson and standout solo songs

On this special edition of Something Else Reviews’ One Track Mind, we hand the reins over to prog legend John Wetton You May Also Like: No related posts.