Joni Mitchell – ‘Chalk Mark in a Rain Storm’ (1988): On Second Thought
Fans often overlook Joni Mitchell’s Geffen-era albums. Too bad, as this one is another jewel in her musical crown.
Articles by: Preston Frazier
Yes, “The Ice Bridge” from ‘The Quest’ (2021): YESterdays
The first recorded original work from the longest tenured version of Yes represents a touch of the past and a new beginning.
Dark Monarchy, with Joe Bailey and Mark Anthony K: Something Else! Interview
Joe Bailey and Mark Anthony K join Preston Frazier to discuss the Dark Monarchy’s new album, working on two different continents and plans for what’s next.
Chicago, “If I Should Ever Lose You” from ‘Chicago XXVI’ (1999): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago added three inoffensive new studio songs to this concert recording, and “If I Should Ever Lose You” is the best of a half-hearted bunch.
Yes, “Love Conquers All” from ‘Yesyears’ (1991): YESterdays
“Love Conquers All,” a Chris Squire/Billy Sherwood outtake from the patched-together ‘Union’ album, deserves a more prominent place in the Yes canon.
Toto, “Oh Why” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s ‘Old Is New’ once again highlighted what we always knew: David Paich is a pop-music craftsman of the highest quality.
Doobie Brothers – ‘Livin’ on the Fault Line’ (1977): On Second Thought
‘Livin’ on the Fault Line’ was the Doobie Brothers’ lowest-selling Michael McDonald-era album. But it might just be the band’s best.
Yes, “Show Me” from ‘The Ultimate Yes: 35th Anniversary Collection’ (2003): YESterdays
Yes, with this deep cut, gives the fans just what they need.
Toto, “Chase the Rain” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Given the proclamation that there’ll be no more new music from Toto, “Chase the Rain” makes another compelling case for a second Steve Porcaro solo album.
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.
