David Starr, “Someone Like You” from ‘Touchstones’ (2021): Something Else! Song Premiere
This Van Morrison favorite is a perfect fit for David Starr’s expressive boy-next-door voice and sympathetic arranging skills.
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Yes, “From the Turn of a Card” from ‘From a Page’ (2019): YESterdays
“From the Turn of a Card” is yet another fine addition to the Yes canon, and a wonderful timepiece celebrating Oliver Wakeman and Benoit David.
Warren Zevon’s ‘Jeannie Needs a Shooter,’ ‘Piano Fighter’ + Others: Gimme Five
Preston Frazier returns to a handful of favorites by the late Warren Zevon, who was born on this date in 1947.
Branford Marsalis, Lucas Lee, Tim Morse + Others: Five for the Road
Branford Marsalis, Lucas Lee and Tim Morse are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
