Articles by: Beverly Paterson

Almost Hits: Love, "My Little Red Book" (1966)

Almost Hits: Love, “My Little Red Book” (1966)

Authored by Hal David and Burt Bacharach, “My Little Red Book” was a staple of just about every garage rock band’s diet during the ’60s. Manfred Mann’s jazz styled version of the song — which appeared in the movie, “What’s New Pussycat” and on their My Little Red Book OfRead More

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Christian Kjellvander – The Pitcher (2013)

In the beginning, Christian Kjellvander obtained success with the Loosegoats, a band whose righteous roots rock offerings still make many a fan and critics top ten list You May Also Like: Christian Marien Quartett – ‘How Long Is Now’ (2024) Christian Scott Confirmed His Vision for Jazz With ‘Live atRead More

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On Second Thought: Wild Cherry – Wild Cherry (1976)

Born in 1970, Wild Cherry began life as a rock band. Gigging the local circuit, the Ohio group struggled to gain the success they strived for. You May Also Like: No related posts.

Richard X. Heyman - X (2013)

Richard X. Heyman – X (2013)

Emitting warmth, honesty and a timeless quality, Richard X. Heyman’s ‘X’ indeed marks the spot!

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On Second Thought: Crack The Sky – The Best Of The Rest [And Then Some] (1999)

As proven by Crack The Sky, rave reactions from the press don’t always guarantee healthy record sales. You May Also Like: Wilco (The Album) echoed, but didn’t quite live up to Sky Blue Sky Wilco’s ‘Sky Blue Sky’ Was a Rare Instant-Classic Rock Album

Forgotten series: The Astral Projection - The Astral Scene (1968)

Forgotten series: The Astral Projection – The Astral Scene (1968)

Composed of studio musicians, most notably the late great guitarist Hugh McCracken, who played with everybody from the Monkees to Simon to Garfunkel to Van Morrison to Steely Dan to John Lennon You May Also Like: Thollem – ‘Thollem’s Astral Traveling Sessions with John Dieterich’ (2021)

Jeremy - Searching For The Son (2013)

Jeremy – Searching For The Son (2013)

Being prolific is one thing, but being prolific and having the ability to create high quality music is an entirely different animal altogether. However, Jeremy Morris is blessed with both attributes. You May Also Like: Jeremy Morris and the Lemon Clocks – ‘Open Minds’ (2019) Jeremy – ‘Pop Overflow’ (2019)Read More

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One Track Mind: McGough and McGear, “So Much In Love” (1968)

With all of the buzz surrounding Paul McCartney today, it seemed like an opportune time for a return to this radically remarkable track from Roger McGough and Mike McGear’s self-titled 1968 collaboration. You May Also Like: Paul McCartney, “Check My Machine” (1980): One Track Mind

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Forgotten series: The Standells – The Best Of The Standells (1989)

Formed in 1962, the Standells were seasoned professionals by the time they obtained widespread visiblity. The song that did it for them was “Dirty Water,” which peaked at No. 11 on the national charts You May Also Like: The Cretins, “Haven’t Got a Clue” (2019): One Track Mind

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Gary Ritchie – Drake, Near the Alley (2013)

How refreshing it is to come across someone such as Gary Ritchie, who for all the years he has been making music, sticks to his principles. You May Also Like: Gary Ritchie – ‘Head On a Swivel’ (2020)