Yes, “Mood for a Day” from Fragile (1971): YESterdays
Yes’ “Mood for a Day” probably isn’t the first Steve Howe solo guitar composition that comes to mind – but maybe it should be.
Articles by: Preston Frazier
M.A. Bakker – Rejected Scripts (2016)
M.A. Bakker’s jazz-rock debut boasts the expert musicianship of a by-gone era, and a vivid lyrical imagery that gives it a fiction novel feel.
Yes, “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)” from ‘Fragile’ (1971): YESterdays
“The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus),” from Yes’ 1971 album Fragile, is a fitting contribution from the late, great Chris Squire.
Nick Finzer, jazz trombonist: Something Else! Interview
Nick Finzer joins Preston Frazier to discuss highlights from his musical journey, the sweeping influence of Duke Ellington, and what’s next.
Toto, “Rosanna” from Toto IV (1982): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s fourth album represented a major investment for Columbia Records after ‘Hydra’ and ‘Turn Back’ failed to reach the heights of the band’s debut.
Yes, “Long Distance Runaround” from ‘Fragile’ (1971): YESterdays
“Long Distance Runaround” is stuffed with progressive elements from Jon Anderson, producer Eddy Offord and Yes, only adding to its stature in the canon.
Essentials by the Eagles’ Glenn Frey: Gimme Five
Most people associate Glenn Frey with the peaceful, easy country-rock songs with the Eagles. But he also had a gift for R&B and vocal arranging.
The Westies – Six on the Out (2016)
The Westies’ terrific sophomore effort revisits many of the elements that made 2015’s ‘West Side Stories’ shine, even while hitting a few new heights.
Toto, “If It’s the Last Night” from Turn Back (1981): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s “If It’s the last Night” doesn’t hit the heights of “A Million Miles Away,” but it’s an effective ballad. Unfortunately, it’s not an effective album closer.
Xander and the Peace Pirates, “Soul Sailing” (2016): One Track Mind
Xander the Peace Pirates’ “Soul Sailing” combines the powerfully soulful vocals with expressive and road weary yet expressive slide guitar playing.
