Velvet Crush – ‘Teenage Symphonies to God’ (1994): Forgotten Series
Having established themselves as a rough-hewn power pop band, Velvet Crush continued in a more refined manner.
Archive for October, 2013
One Track Mind: Alestorm, “In the Navy” from Live at the End of the World (2013)
I’m not sure that this shouldn’t be a WTF Wednesday entry instead of a One Track Mind, but Alestorm has a long and sordid history of strange cover songs. You May Also Like: Alestorm – ‘No Grave But the Sea’ (2017)
‘Who can sing any song better than Don Henley?’: Inside the convoluted vocal track for the Eagles’ ‘Victim of Love’
Fans will remember the message etched into the vinyl on Side 2 the original Hotel California: “V.O.L. is five-piece live.” But there was one overdub on “Victim of Love,” eventually: The lead vocal. You May Also Like: No related posts.
‘I contributed a song that means a lot to me’: After celebrated Queen date, Adam Lambert’s new project hits home
Adam Lambert’s initial post-Queen project involves contributing a song to a new documentary called Bridegroom. You May Also Like: Adam Lambert’s Favorite Queen Song Might Surprise You
‘He’s a great bass player’: Incredibly, Michael Anthony holds no ill will toward Wolfgang Van Halen
Michael Anthony says he was watching a news conference about the reformation of Van Halen like everyone else when he found out that he’d been replaced by Wolfgang Van Halen You May Also Like: How Van Halen’s Jaw-Dropping First Album Ruined My Sex Life (Again)
Something Else! sneak peek: Chris Biesterfeldt, “Teen Town” from Urban Mandolin (2013)
When Chris Biesterfeldt set out to make the mandolin record which became Urban Mandolin, he used a small combo but outsized ambitions. You May Also Like: The Wood Brothers, “River Takes the Town” from One Drop Of Truth (2018): One Track Mind
Boz Scaggs – The Essential Boz Scaggs (2013)
Join Boz Scaggs as he discusses a few key cuts on the forthcoming two-disc Essential collection from Columbia Legacy — a 32-song set showcasing his timeless alchemy with soul, blues, rock and R&B. You May Also Like: Boz Scaggs + Duane Allman, “Loan Me a Dime” (1969): One Track Mind
The Flower Kings – Desolation Rose (2013)
Desolation Rose might have been described as a classic-era throwback, what with the use of reel-to-reel tape and vintage instruments. But the Flower Kings aren’t exploring prog’s typical dreamscape themes. You May Also Like: Bad Company – ‘Desolation Angels’ (1979; 2020 reissue) Lizzy Rose, “Walk the Walk” from Crocodile TearsRead More
AC Angry – Black Denim (2013)
In early November, AC Angry will release their new CD Black Denim on the German label Dust On The Tracks Records. Though this is considered to be their debut album, they actually made two earlier releases You May Also Like: Wicked Realm, Aug. 26, 2016: Shows I’ll Never Forget TheRead More
Sparks Fly On E Street: Lou Reed, Bruce Springsteen, “Street Hassle” (1978)
Yeah, this was supposed to be about “Dry Lightning,” but Lou Reed has died and my heart’s just not in it tonight. You May Also Like: Lou Reed Head Faked His Fans Once Again With ‘Animal Serenade’
