Big Star – #1 Record and Radio City (2014)
As brilliant as Alex Chilton no doubt was, there’s more to Big Star.
Archive for September, 2014
‘You just want to get the job done’: Graham Nash talks frankly about Crosby Stills Nash and Young’s squabbles
David Crosby wasn’t the only one who derailed this group over the years.
George Harrison, “Dark Horse [early take]” from The Apple Years (2014): One Track Mind
This early take on “Dark Horse” is part of an exciting group of previously unheard moments featured in the ‘George Harrison: The Apple Years 1968-75’ box.
‘That’s where we differed’: Jim McCarty explains why Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck left the Yardbirds
Legend says Clapton split over “For Your Love.” But there was more to it.
Willow Willow – Listening To Music (2014)
‘Listening to Music,’ from Jessica Vohs and Miranda Zeiger’s Willow Willow, makes you remember why you enjoy music in the first place.
One Track Mind: David Lee Roth, “Tobacco Road” from Eat ‘Em and Smile (1986)
It’s corny and completely over the top, but that’s what I want from Dave.
Thank You Scientist – Maps of Non-Existent Places (2012; 2014 reissue)
Thank You Scientist more than deserves a second audition; don’t miss out this time.
One Track Mind: Dennis DeYoung, “Lorelei” from Music of Styx: Live in Los Angeles (2014)
Unbent by the years, DeYoung reclaims one of his best early Styx songs.
One Track Mind: Jon Kanis, “Make A Wish” from Fundamentalism Is The Only Way (2014)
Frugally arranged, yet intense, “Make A Wish” is a real keeper.
It’s time for prog fans to forgive Rolling Stone magazine
Mike Tiano explores an enduring rift that should have been over long ago.
