Articles by: Preston Frazier

Toto, "Orphan" from 'Toto XIV' (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Orphan” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

“Orphan,” the first single from 2015’s ‘Toto XIV,’ further cements Joseph Williams’ standing as the best of all Toto vocalists.

Yes, "Words On a Page" from 'From a Page' (2019): YESterdays

Yes, “Words On a Page” from ‘From a Page’ (2019): YESterdays

Musically gratifying and lyrically vibrant, “Words On a Page” would have made an excellent addition to ‘Fly From Here.’ Luckily, it’s available now.

David Sancious, Rick Wakeman + Others: Preston Frazier's Best of 2020 Rock, Pop and Soul

David Sancious, Rick Wakeman + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 Rock, Pop and Soul

Preston Frazier’s look back at the Best of 2020 in rock, pop and soul includes David Sancious, Rick Wakeman, Brownout, Randy Goodrum and others.

Chicago, "Sleeping in the Middle of the Bed Again" from 'Stone of Sisyphus' (2008): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Sleeping in the Middle of the Bed Again” from ‘Stone of Sisyphus’ (2008): Saturdays in the Park

No, this isn’t “Saturday in the Park.” Instead, Chicago’s “Sleeping in the Middle of the Bed Again” was a jarringly bold move by an established band.

Chet Atkins, "Please Stay Tuned" (1985): One Track Mind

Chet Atkins, “Please Stay Tuned” (1985): One Track Mind

A session from 35 years ago featuring contributions by three members of Toto belatedly started my musical journey with the great Chet Atkins.

Trevor Rabin, Prince + Others: Preston Frazier's Best of 2020 Box Sets, Live and Reissues

Trevor Rabin, Prince + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 Box Sets, Live and Reissues

Preston Frazier’s look back at the Best of 2020 in box sets, live projects and reissues includes Trevor Rabin, Prince, Ian Dury, Greg Lake and others.

Yes, "To the Moment" from 'From a Page' (2019): YESterdays

Yes, “To the Moment” from ‘From a Page’ (2019): YESterdays

Part of a touching tribute to the late bass maestro Chris Squire, “To the Moment” kicks off an intriguing chapter in Yes history.

Toto, "Holy War" from 'Toto XIV' (2015): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Holy War” from ‘Toto XIV’ (2015): Toto Tuesdays

‘Toto XIV’ was a strong album overall, but the band seemed to have lost its desire to evolve.

Chicago, "Holdin' On" from 'Twenty 1' (1991): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Holdin’ On” from ‘Twenty 1’ (1991): Saturdays in the Park

Initially written for 1988’s ‘Chicago 19,’ “Holdin’ On” represents yet another misuse of Bill Champlin, the band’s most prominent talent.

Wayne Escoffery, Gary Husband, Nick Finzer + Others: Preston Frazier's Best of 2020 Jazz

Wayne Escoffery, Gary Husband, Nick Finzer + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 Jazz

Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 Jazz list includes Wayne Escoffery, Gary Husband and Markus Reuter, Nick Finzer and Wolfgang Muthspiel, among others.