Archive for August, 2020

Curt Sydnor, "Lifespan of Lies" (2020): Something Else! premiere

Curt Sydnor, “Lifespan of Lies” (2020): Something Else! premiere

Here is the premiere of Curt Sydnor’s “Lifespan of Lies” from his upcoming LP ‘Revolutionary Etudes.’

The Grand Undoing - 'In a Vigil State' (2020)

The Grand Undoing – ‘In a Vigil State’ (2020)

A true rock-pop-folk album, the Grand Undoing’s ‘In a Vigil State’ features honest songs that are both clever and melodic.

Toto, "Simple Life" from 'Falling in Between' (2006): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Simple Life” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays

Steve Lukather joins Anthony Sonego to discuss “Simple Life” from 2006’s ‘Falling in Between,’ the latest in a long line of moving Toto ballads.

Michael Formanek Quartet - 'Pre-Apocalyptic' (2020)

Michael Formanek Quartet – ‘Pre-Apocalyptic’ (2020)

Whatever band Michael Formanek, Tim Berne, Craig Taborn or Gerald Cleaver are in is usually a very good one. When they are in the same band, it’s special.

Vinyl

Dan Rosenboom – ‘Points on an Infinite Line’ (2020)

No matter how Dan Rosenboom makes music, it’s always going to be bold, thrilling and teeming with musicianship.

Joe Sofra, "One of Those Things" (2020): One Track Mind

Joe Sofra, “One of Those Things” (2020): One Track Mind

Joe Sofra’s deep and burly vocals sound like a cross between Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley, and he navigates “One of Those Things” with intimacy and assurance.

Bill Frisell - 'Valentine' (2020)

Bill Frisell – ‘Valentine’ (2020)

Sublime simplicity comes from attention to detail, a Bill Frisell hallmark found all over ‘Valentine.’ It’s another fine entry point into his massive discography.