Articles by: Preston Frazier

Joe Bailey - 'Devil in the White City' (2022)

Joe Bailey – ‘Devil in the White City’ (2022)

Neo-progressive rocker Joe Bailey continues his take-no-prisoners charge ahead with this self-produced and engineered concept album of eight songs.

Simon Phillips Goes In-Depth on 'Protocol V': Something Else! Interview

Simon Phillips Goes In-Depth on ‘Protocol V’: Something Else! Interview

Simon Phillips joins Preston Frazier to discuss the new album ‘Protocol V,’ key contributors from his remade band, and how it felt to get back on the road.

Steely Dan, "Reelin' in the Years [Live]" (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan, “Reelin’ in the Years [Live]” (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Preston Frazier says ‘Northeast Corridor’ isn’t the live Steely Dan album he’s dreamt of, but there is no disputing the staying power of these songs.

Steely Dan, "Bodhisattva" from 'Northeast Corridor' (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan, “Bodhisattva” from ‘Northeast Corridor’ (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

It’s easy to see why “Bodhisattva” has made all but one Steely Dan tour. This is a joyous jam of guitars, keyboards and drums.

Steely Dan, "Peg" from 'Northeast Corridor' (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan, “Peg” from ‘Northeast Corridor’ (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

There are small variations throughout Steely Dan’s latest live take on “Peg,” but they don’t detract from – or add to – the song’s greatness.

Simon Phillips, Poco, Oz Noy + Others: Five for the Road

Simon Phillips, Poco, Oz Noy + Others: Five for the Road

Simon Phillips, Poco and Oz Noy are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.

Steely Dan, "Things I Miss the Most [Live]" (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan, “Things I Miss the Most [Live]” (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Preston Frazier says the inclusion of this lovely song from Steely Dan’s ‘Everything Must Go’ is highly welcome, but bittersweet.

Projekt Gemineye - 'In the Year 3073 Book III' (2022)

Projekt Gemineye – ‘In the Year 3073 Book III’ (2022)

Projekt Gemineye’s ‘In the Year 3073’ trilogy has been an invigorating ride, with an ending which more than exceeds expectation.

Steely Dan, "Glamour Profession" from 'Northeast Corridor' (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan, “Glamour Profession” from ‘Northeast Corridor’ (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan’s “Glamour Profession,” reproduced in all its ’80s glory, is a fun look back.

Steely Dan, "Any Major Dude Will Tell You" from 'Northeast Corridor' (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

Steely Dan, “Any Major Dude Will Tell You” from ‘Northeast Corridor’ (2021): Steely Dan Sunday

No, there’s nothing transformational here; it’s just the Steely Dan band giving you the good stuff.