Archive for March, 2019

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Vertical Horizon – ‘The Lost Mile’ (2018)

An homage to Vertical Horizon frontman Matt Scannell’s influences and favorite artists, ‘The Lost Mile’ also features a seemingly unlikely collaboration.

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Michaël Attias, “Trinité” from ‘èchos la nuit’ (2019): Something Else! sneak peek

‘Echos la nuit,’ which translates into “echoes the night,” is a unique moment for Michaël Attias: This is his first unaccompanied album.

Why the Byrds’ ‘Dr. Byrds and Mr. Hyde’ Failed to Meld Disparate Styles

Why the Byrds’ ‘Dr. Byrds and Mr. Hyde’ Failed to Meld Disparate Styles

A reworked edition of the Byrds tried to combine country and psychedelic rock on an album released 50 years ago today.

Toto, “Right Part of Me” from ‘Toto XX’ (1998): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Right Part of Me” from ‘Toto XX’ (1998): Toto Tuesdays

“Right Part of Me” should have kept Toto’s string of hits rolling. Instead, the song has never been elevated to the classic status it deserves.

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Michel Petrucciani, with Gary Peacock + Roy Haynes – ‘One Night In Karlsruhe’ (2019)

Standing at only three feet tall, Michel Petrucciani showed during one summer evening with jazz giants Gary Peacock and Roy Haynes that he himself was a giant.

How Bennie Maupin Left Mwandishi Behind on ‘The Jewel in the Lotus’

How Bennie Maupin Left Mwandishi Behind on ‘The Jewel in the Lotus’

Bennie Maupin went solo 45 years ago this month, taking concepts (and players) from his time with Herbie Hancock – but using a far different approach.

Justin Townes Earle Came of Age on the Rootsy, Focused ‘Midnight at the Movies’

Justin Townes Earle Came of Age on the Rootsy, Focused ‘Midnight at the Movies’

10 years ago, Justin Townes Earle’s ‘Midnight at the Movies’ showed that simple and bold can certainly outshine complex and epic.

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Catherine Russell – ‘Alone Together’ (2019)

Catherine Russell returns with a new album of standards that showcases both her gift as an interpreter and her passion for the music.