Archive for August, 2024

Simon Phillips Discusses DarWin's Rangy New LP and Toto Deep Cuts

Simon Phillips Discusses DarWin’s Rangy New LP and Toto Deep Cuts

Long-time Protocol leader and former Toto drummer Simon Phillips returns with ‘Five Steps on the Sun’ from multi-instrumentalist DarWin’s self-titled group.

Matt Mitchell - 'Zealous Angles' (2024)

Matt Mitchell – ‘Zealous Angles’ (2024)

With ‘Zealous Angles,’ Matt Mitchell blows a gaping hole into the notion that the piano/bass/drums construct in jazz has been played out.

The Most Surprising Moment on Alan Parsons Project's 'Eve'

The Most Surprising Moment on Alan Parsons Project’s ‘Eve’

Released 45 years ago today, Alan Parsons Project’s ‘Eve’ was changed forever when the late Lesley Duncan stepped up to the microphone.

Forq - 'Big Party' (2024)

Forq – ‘Big Party’ (2024)

Henry Hey and Forq continue a tradition of engaging, amazing and confounding listeners with their fifth studio release, ‘Big Party.’

This Flinty Knack Deep Cut Will Make You Forget the 'My Sharona' Backlash

This Flinty Knack Deep Cut Will Make You Forget the ‘My Sharona’ Backlash

The Knack began a career-souring six-week run atop the charts 45 years ago this week with “My Sharona.” A terrific deep cut got lost along the way.

Catherine Russell and Sean Mason - 'My Ideal' (2024)

Catherine Russell and Sean Mason – ‘My Ideal’ (2024)

Catherine Russell takes a stripped-down approach on ‘My Ideal,’ adding nuance and style to pop and jazz standards while relying solely on Sean Mason’s piano.

60 Years Later, the Beatles' 'Hard Day's Night' Is Still Revolutionary

60 Years Later, the Beatles’ ‘Hard Day’s Night’ Is Still Revolutionary

‘A Hard Day’s Night’ premiered in the U.S. in August 1964, catapulting the Beatles into stratospheric fame.

Alison Brown: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Alison Brown: The Albums That Shaped My Career

Progressive banjo player Alison Brown discusses career-shaping music by Earl Scruggs, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and David Grisman.

Bernie Chiaravalle on 'Chiara Destino' and the Perfect Cover Song: Something Else! Interview

Bernie Chiaravalle on ‘Chiara Destino’ and the Perfect Cover Song: Something Else! Interview

Preston Frazier was joined by Bernie Chiaravalle to discuss his latest release, ‘Chiara Destino,’ and choosing the perfect cover songs.

Barry Melton on Country Joe and the Fish, Woodstock – and That Chant

Barry Melton on Country Joe and the Fish, Woodstock – and That Chant

Barry Melton returns to Country Joe and the Fish’s brief but influential career, including a generation-defining appearance 55 years ago at Woodstock.