The Black Keys Pushed Forward Without Losing Their Way on ‘Turn Blue’
The Black Keys released ‘Turn Blue,’ an album that refused to cling to past glory, five years ago today.
Archive for May, 2019
Drive-By Truckers’ ‘Pizza Deliverance’ Provided an Early Showcase for Mike Cooley
Storytelling remains the Drive-By Truckers’ most awe-inspiring gift – and, 20 years ago today, Patterson Hood began to share those duties.
The Beatles, “How Do You Do It” (1962): Deep Beatles
It may be known as the Beatles hit that wasn’t, but “How Do You Do It” embodies an era in pop music.
Michael Gregory Jackson Clarity Quartet – ‘Whenufindituwillknow’ (2019)
The Michael Gregory Jackson Clarity Quartet’s ‘Whenufindituwillknow’ pulls together the guitarist’s many musical threads into a richly diverse basket of songs.
Yes, “Man In the Moon” from ‘Open Your Eyes’ (1997): YESterdays
I not only love Yes, but also 1997’s ‘Open Your Eyes.’ I still scratch my head over some of this album’s production choices.
Joe Henderson’s ‘Power to the People’ Boldly Deviated From His Hard-Bop Formula
Recorded 50 years ago this month, Joe Henderson’s ‘Power to the People’ features perhaps his most varied track listing and his best-ever backing band.
Pearl Harbor and the Explosions – ‘Pearl Harbor and the Explosions’ (1979; 2019 reissue)
A reissue of Pearl Harbor and the Explosions’ delightful New Wave debut is more than welcome and long overdue.
My Morning Jacket’s ‘Acoustic Citsuoca’ Became a Vocal Showcase for Jim James
My Morning Jacket’s ‘Acoustic Citsuoca’ arrived on this date 15 years ago with a certain mystique that goes beyond its six riveting unplugged songs.
Chicago, “Song For You” from ‘Chicago XIV’ (1980): Saturdays in the Park
Unfortunately, once the first verse-chorus on Chicago’s “Song For You” is done, there is little reason to listen any further.
Marillion’s ‘Marbles’ Completed a Remarkable Steve Hogarth-Era Transformation
Marillion’s ‘Marbles’ arrived 15 years ago today as this odd beast: a modern-rock concept album with few of the pretensions associated with concept albums.
