Articles by: Preston Frazier

Chicago, "All Roads Lead to You" from 'Heart of Chicago Vol. II' (1998): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “All Roads Lead to You” from ‘Heart of Chicago Vol. II’ (1998): Saturdays in the Park

It wasn’t a daring break from the past, but at least “All Roads Lead to You” was new music that played to Chicago’s strengths.

Dark Monarchy, "Drain the Sea" from 'All Roads Lead to Rome' (2021): One Track Mind

Dark Monarchy, “Drain the Sea” from ‘All Roads Lead to Rome’ (2021): One Track Mind

“Drain the Sea” whets the appetite as the Dark Monarchy prepares to release ‘All Roads Lead to Rome,’ the latest project from Mark Anthony K and Joe Bailey.

Yes, "Give and Take" from 'Union' (UK version, 1991): YESterdays

Yes, “Give and Take” from ‘Union’ (UK version, 1991): YESterdays

“Give and Take” only made it onto the version of ‘Union’ released in the U.K. Too bad; it’s easily one of this Yes album’s better moments.

Toto, "Chelsea" from 'Old Is New' (2018): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Chelsea” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays

Pure Toto pop at its finest, “Chelsea” would also have made a solid addition to Joseph Williams’ excellent solo album, ‘Denizen Tenant.’

Dire Straits - 'Love Over Gold' (1982): On Second Thought

Dire Straits – ‘Love Over Gold’ (1982): On Second Thought

The feel of the gold-selling U.S. Top 20 hit ‘Love Over Gold’ is like no other Dire Straits album.

Yes, "Make It Easy" from '90125' (bonus track, 1983): YESterdays

Yes, “Make It Easy” from ‘90125’ (bonus track, 1983): YESterdays

Despite being played some 357 times in concert, there’s not much of interest in a song that’s really just a footnote in the Yes canon.

Pierce Edens via Heist TV: Shows I'll Never Forget

Pierce Edens via Heist TV: Shows I’ll Never Forget

In recommending Pierce Edens, Heist owner Sam Luna said: “I hope you enjoy the gravel and the grit.” He wasn’t kidding.

Toto, "In a Little While" from 'Old Is New' (2018): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “In a Little While” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays

Completed years later from an old demo, “In a Little While” could have appeared on any previous Toto album and still been a standout.

Steely Dan - 'Everything Must Go' (2003): On Second Thought

Steely Dan – ‘Everything Must Go’ (2003): On Second Thought

‘Everything Must Go’ boasts a warmth missing from 1977’s ‘Aja,’ the album Steely Dan fans usually gush over, as well as 1980’s ‘Gaucho.’

Yes, "You Can Be Saved" from 'Tormato' (bonus track, 1978): YESterdays

Yes, “You Can Be Saved” from ‘Tormato’ (bonus track, 1978): YESterdays

It’s unclear why “You Can Be Saved” wasn’t finished for ‘Tormato’ or some future project, but such speculation is the joy of being a Yes fan.