Michael Bisio, Kirk Knuffke + Fred Lonberg-Holm – ‘Requiem for a New York Slice’ (2019)
Jazz is the music of pure emotion, and it’s the vehicle by which Michael Bisio, Kirk Knuffke amd Fred Lonberg-Holm sorted out their feelings about a tragedy.
Archive for March, 2019
How ‘One Way Out’ Finally Sold Me on the Allman Brothers Band
The Allman Brothers Band made a new fan 15 years ago today with the release of their final concert recording.
Chicago, “Loser With a Broken Heart” from ‘Chicago 13’ (1979): Saturdays in the Park
Peter Cetera’s “Loser with a Broken Heart” is a low-quality song that had no business making ‘Chicago 13.’
Left Lane Cruiser, “Shake and Bake” from ‘Shake and Bake’ (2019): Something Else! sneak peek
This sends a clear signal that success hadn’t changed Left Lane Cruiser. If anything, they’re doubling down on what made them America’s premier blues-rock band.
Extreme, ‘III Sides to Every Story’ (1992): Metal Meltdowns
Extreme’s high-concept ‘III Sides to Every Story’ may have been just a little too much of a leap for a lot of fans.
Charles Rumback – ‘Cadillac Turns’ (2019)
Charles Rumback’s ‘Cadillac Turns’ has all the energy and capriciousness of a free-jazz blowing session but still retains a strong sense of melody.
Fernando Perdomo, progressive rocker: Something Else! Interview
Fernando Perdomo joins us to discuss his newest instrumental progressive-rock release, but there’s much, much more to him.
Toto, “Mrs. Johnson” from ‘Toto XX’ (1998): Toto Tuesdays
Despite a few notable flourishes, “Mrs. Johnson” never makes a compelling case for inclusion on the first Toto album.
33Jazz Records at 30: As Always, a Fierce Advocate for Women
33Jazz Records’ initial raison d’etre was the support of women in music, and that’s very much part of their ethos today.
Walter Becker, “Lucy D” (circa 1992): Steely Dan Sunday
The overly generous folks at Walter Becker Media just dropped yet another shard of unfinished work from the late, great Steely Dan cofounder.
