Archive for December, 2019

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Walter Becker, “War Baby” (ca. 1994): One Track Mind

Walter Becker’s unfinished “War Baby” is just one of several examples where he used metaphor to describe a relationship as a game of contention.

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Erodoto Project – ‘Molon Labe’ (2019)

Enjoyable, well-honed and expertly delivered, Erodoto Project’s ‘Molon Labe’ is a really engaging recording.

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Pat Metheny, “You Are” from ‘From This Place’ (2019): One Track Mind

Pat Metheny’s “You Are” is the scintillating second advance single from his upcoming album ‘From The Place.’

'Ain't Gonna Be Your Dog' Was the Howlin' Wolf Deep Dive We Didn't Know We Needed

‘Ain’t Gonna Be Your Dog’ Was the Howlin’ Wolf Deep Dive We Didn’t Know We Needed

Released 25 years ago, ‘Ain’t Gonna Be Your Dog’ became a perfect companion piece to the huge Howlin’ Wolf Chess box – if you can find it.

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Dave Stryker – ‘Eight Track Christmas’ (2019)

Dave Stryker and his crack, soul-jazz combo offer their fourth ‘Eight Track’-branded album, where the only difference is the festive season theme.

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Bob Dylan – ‘Travelin’ Thru: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 15′ (2019)

A brief public service message for long-time Bob Dylan collectors: Don’t get rid of your bootlegs.

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Matthew Milia – ‘Alone at St. Hugo’ (2019)

Matthew Milia’s ‘Alone at St. Hugo’ often recalls rootsier versions of Big Star and Teenage Fanclub, but with a wholly personal touch.

Steve Hackett, Nov. 8, 2019: Shows I'll Never Forget

Steve Hackett, Nov. 8, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

Steve Hackett, more than anyone else, has kept the Genesis flag flying in the 21st century.

Yes, "New Language" from 'The Ladder' (1999): YESterdays

Yes, “New Language” from ‘The Ladder’ (1999): YESterdays

If there’s a downside to “New Language,” it’s that Yes has not been as vital and potent on any studio recording since.

Have Gunn, Will Travel: How a Natchez, Miss., Rock Band Spread Like Kudzu

Have Gunn, Will Travel: How a Natchez, Miss., Rock Band Spread Like Kudzu

They’re coming off a well-received album, and an opening spot with the Rolling Stones. But Bishop Gunn is just getting started.