Archive for February, 2014

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Fleetwood Mac’s Jeremy Spencer – ‘Coventry Blue’ (2014)

Jeremy Spencer’s ‘Coventry Blue’ dives deeper into the sense of varied experimentation that guided 2012’s ‘Bend in the Road.’

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‘This is a whole other level’: Glenn Hughes, Jason Bonham celebrate post-Black Country Communion project

With Black Country Communion, everything seemed to have finally come together for the well-traveled Glenn Hughes. Then, the band suddenly flew apart in the wake of disagreements between Hughes and guitarist Joe Bonamassa over touring obligations. It’s easy to imagine how lost Hughes — despite early tenures with the likesRead More

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Dave Miller Trio with Rebecca DuMaine – Better Than Anything (2014)

Father and daughter unite to make beautiful music on Better Than Anything, the lovely new release from vocalist Rebecca DuMaine and the Dave Miller Trio. You May Also Like: Rebecca Angel – ‘Love Life Choices’ (2021) Ryan A. Miller – ‘Atrophy Torque Fly’ (2018)

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One Track Mind: The Beach Boys’ Mike Love, “Pisces Brothers” (2014)

Mike Love has officially released a long-bootlegged song in tribute to George Harrison, who would have been 71 on Tuesday. The Beach Boys frontman calls it “Pisces Brothers,” since he and the late Beatles star shared the same astrological sign. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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‘I was just being myself’: Yoko Ono on letting loose at the Beatles’ Grammy shows

Yoko Ono, in a Q&A with fans, addresses a couple of questions involving recent Beatles-related events she attended, including the 56th annual Grammy awards and the star-flecked 50th anniversary concert filmed a day later. Ono attended both shows, which found Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr reuniting on stage. You MayRead More

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Robben Ford – A Day In Nashville (2014)

A Day In Nashville might as well have been a day at the beach for the virtuosic blue-rock guitarist Robben Ford. You May Also Like: How Robben Ford’s ‘The Inside Story’ Introduced the Yellowjackets to the World

(Cross the) Heartland: Pat Metheny, "The Bat" (1980)

(Cross the) Heartland: Pat Metheny, “The Bat” (1980)

A fairly traditional jazz ballad, “The Bat” tells its tale in a slightly unconventional way. You May Also Like: ‘Bright Size Life’ Gave Early Definition to Pat Metheny’s Incredible Career Pat Metheny, May 16, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget Pat Metheny – ‘MoonDial’ (2024)

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The surprising inspiration for Hall and Oates’ smash ‘Rich Girl’: ‘That’s the truth’

And all this time, you thought Hall and Oates’ 1977 No. 1 hit single “Rich Girl” was about, you know, a girl. John Oates reveals the true story behind the duo’s snotty little gem. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Kere Buchanan – Goodbye Yesterday (2014)

Kere Buchanan’s new release, Goodbye Yesterday almost seems to be in a time warp. The New Zealander’s release harken back to a time when albums contained thoughtful and intriguing melodies. You May Also Like: Richard Turgeon, “Goodbye to Summer” (2020): One Track Mind

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The Grip Weeds – Inner Grooves (2013)

Hailing from Highland Park, New Jersey, the Grip Weeds are quite the family band. Comprised of brothers drummer Kurt and guitarist Rick Reil, Kurt’s wife Kristin Pinell on lead guitar, and good friend Dave DeSantis on bass, the group has since their formation two decades ago held sway as oneRead More