Archive for June 30th, 2015

Toto, "Hydra" from 'Hydra' (1979): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Hydra” from ‘Hydra’ (1979): Toto Tuesdays

‘Hydra,’ Toto’s second album, confounded critics and fans alike upon its release in October 1979, but it has aged well.

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Bad Company – ‘Bad Company; Straight Shooter’ (1974-75; 2015 reissues)

Bad Company was better than they were given credit for. And Paul Rodgers, these reissues make clear, ranks among the best rock singers of all time.

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Late Yes legend Chris Squire left me with a lasting concert memory

It had been 35 years since I’d seen the quintessential prog-rockers Yes, led by the recently departed Chris Squire. They didn’t disappoint.