Chicago, “Explain It to My Heart” from ‘Twenty 1’ (1991): Saturdays in the Park
All things being equal, Chicago’s first album of the ’90s should have been a hit.
Articles by: Preston Frazier
Yes, “The Game” from ‘Heaven and Earth’ (2014): YESterdays
Most of ‘Heaven and Earth’ – including “The Game,” one of Yes co-founder Chris Squire’s last writing contributions – simply needed more focused production.
Kevin Godley, “Hit the Street” from ‘Muscle Memory’ (2020): One Track Mind
Kevin Godley of 10cc and Godley and Creme fame returns with an intriguing single that advances his new solo album ‘Muscle Memory.’
William Shatner + Ritchie Blackmore, “The Thrill Is Gone” (2020): One Track Mind
William Shatner uses his unique speak/sing vocals with disturbingly dark effectiveness on this unexpected update of a B.B. King favorite.
Chicago, “Runaround” from ‘Chicago 19’ (1988): Saturdays in the Park
One of five original compositions on ’19,’ “Runaround” proved they had pop/rock sensibilities but could still sound like Chicago.
David Garfield, “Sir Charles” from ‘Stretchin’ Outside the Box’ (2020): One Track Mind
The last thing jazz enthusiasts have any right to ask for is new music from the prolific David Garfield. But this single is just the musical medicine we need.
Yes, “Believe Again” from ‘Heaven and Earth’ (2014): YESterdays
The last Yes studio project to date has a lot going for it, yet fails to reach the heights expected of the world’s greatest progressive rock band.
Toto, “Taint Your World” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays
Hard rocking songs from Toto are not uncommon, but “Taint You World” ups the game for a band with already high standards.
Trevor Rabin, Nir Felder, Judith Owen + Others: Five For the Road
Trevor Rabin, Nir Felder, Judith Owen are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Chicago, “Look Away” from ‘Chicago 19’ (1988): Saturdays in the Park
Producer Ron Nevison takes over for Bill Champlin’s “Look Away,” a faceless smash single from a forgettable Chicago album.
