Not to be mistaken for the Christian band of the same name, Glad served as an early stop for future Poco and Eagles star Timothy B. Schmit.

Just when you think you’ve had your fill of holiday songs, along comes a tune like Stephanie Angelini’s “Magic Christmas (The Best Time of the Year).”

Glistening with finger-clicking rhythms and a cheery vibe, Dan Markell’s catchy “Comin’ Up On Christmas” makes it impossible not to look forward to the holidays.

Richard Turgeon is crossing musical borders with sexy soul like “Wanna Make Love,” after initially establishing himself as a roots-rocking popster.

Brian Johnson’s work with his pre-AC/DC band Geordie was in the heavy-duty vein of Deep Purple, Status Quo and Led Zeppelin.

A lot of thought and effort was put into “My Guitar,” which Richard Turgeon says was inspired by the keen production techniques of Brian Wilson.

Paul McCartney’s planned release of ‘McCartney III’ brought us back to one of the most inventive and surprising moments from his last solo era.

Unlike many recordings back then, ‘Sur la mer’ doesn’t go overboard on smothering the Moody Blues’ natural talents in a blanket of gadgetry.

Dominated by a stirring dance groove, Stephanie Angelini and Vince Tomas’ transatlantic “Midnight Blue” features all the markings of a club hit.

Crank it to the max and support San Francisco-area songwriter Richard Turgeon’s hope and vision for a better day for all of us.