Yes, “Life On a Film Set” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
The original version of this Geoff Downes / Trevor Horn composition offers one of my favorite vocals from Yes’ departed third frontman Benoit David.
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Chicago, “I Believe” from ‘Chicago 18’ (1986): Saturdays in the Park
David Foster designed 1986’s ‘Chicago 18’ to be our introduction to Jason Scheff, but Bill Champlin continued his emergence as a force to be reckoned with.
Danielia Cotton – ‘A Different War’ (2020)
Danielia Cotton’s six-song EP ‘A Different War’ is as hard-charging and personal as anything in her career. She’s not pulling any punches.
Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Jon Anderson, Gary Husband and Markus Reuter + Others: Five for the Road
Todd Rundgren’s Utopia, Jon Anderson, Gary Husband and Markus Reuter are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Yes, “The Man You Always Wanted to Be” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
Chris Squire’s last Yes lead vocal takes ‘Fly From Here’ in an unexpected yet rewarding new direction.
McStine & Minnemann – ‘McStine & Minnemann’ (2020)
Well crafted, melodic and utterly engaging, yet musically and lyrically challenging, ‘McStine & Minnemann’ almost defies description.
The Dark Monarchy, “Fool’s Gold” (2020): One Track Mind
Mark Anthony K is making the most of his quarantine time, detouring from Projekt Gemineye to team with Joe Bailey on the Dark Monarchy.
Joseph Yun, emerging jazz guitarist: Something Else! Interview
Joseph Yun joined Preston Frazier to discuss his debut, subsequent live dates as a leader, and plans for future projects with the legendary David Benoit.
Walter Becker, “The Dopest Cut / Down In the Bottom” (1992): Steely Dan Sunday
Walter Becker’s ’11 Tracks of Whack’ outtake “The Dopest Cut / Down In the Bottom” is another treat for Steely Dan fans that shouldn’t go unnoticed.
Ulises Bella, multi-instrumentalist with Ozomatli: Something Else! Interview
Ulises Bella on how the quarantine has impacted Ozomatli, plans to celebrate the group’s 25th anniversary and work on their first new album in six years.
