Articles by: S. Victor Aaron

Jason Stein + Adam Shead - 'Synaptic Atlas' (2020)

Jason Stein + Adam Shead – ‘Synaptic Atlas’ (2020)

Jason Stein and Adam Shead’s ‘Synaptic Atlas’ is not at all about notes and charts but rather, making a metaphysical connection and exchange through their instruments.

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James Brandon Lewis Quartet – ‘Molecular’ (2020)

‘Molecular’ uses the double helix DNA component structure as a compass to guide James Brandon Lewis’ own harmonic map.

The 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco, "Monogamy Pews" (2020): One Track Mind

The 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco, “Monogamy Pews” (2020): One Track Mind

The smart/funny 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco put forth this video of yet another tune demonstrating the lost art of storytelling in song, with a witty twist.

Allen Shawn and Michael Bisio - 'Improvisations' (2020)

Allen Shawn and Michael Bisio – ‘Improvisations’ (2020)

Michael Bisio has such a keen sense of intuition that he can improvise with anyone. Here, he seeks out a new challenge with an unlikely partner in Allen Shawn.

Matthew Shipp and Rob Brown - 'Then Now' (2020)

Matthew Shipp and Rob Brown – ‘Then Now’ (2020)

Matthew Shipp and Rob Brown’s ‘Then Now’ finds two fiercely individual artists blending into a creative whole without compromising their identities.

OM [Urs Leimgruber, Christy Doran, Bobby Burri + Fredy Studer] - 'It's About Time' (2020)

OM [Urs Leimgruber, Christy Doran, Bobby Burri + Fredy Studer] – ‘It’s About Time’ (2020)

OM have been at the forefront of improvised music for almost 50 years, and ‘It’s About Time’ shows they’re still doing it as well as ever.

How Black Country Communion's Debut Brought Back '70s-Style Hard Rock

How Black Country Communion’s Debut Brought Back ’70s-Style Hard Rock

Black Country Communion’s self-titled debut arrived 10 years ago today as a thunderous reminder of the golden age of Deep Purple, Black Sabbath and AC/DC.

Wendy Eisenberg, "Centreville" from 'Auto' (2020): Something Else! Sneak Peek

Wendy Eisenberg, “Centreville” from ‘Auto’ (2020): Something Else! Sneak Peek

Singing and playing like a boss is an under-appreciated talent, and Wendy Eisenberg shows she can handle this demanding dual chore with “Centreville.”

Merzbow, Mats Gustafsson + Balazs Pandi - 'Cuts Open' (2020)

Merzbow, Mats Gustafsson + Balazs Pandi – ‘Cuts Open’ (2020)

Merzbow, Mats Gustafsson and Balazs Pandi know how to manipulate calmness to make it as impactful as the ceaseless noise that they also create.

Why Supertramp's "Sister Moonshine" Pointed to Future Greatness

Why Supertramp’s “Sister Moonshine” Pointed to Future Greatness

Supertramp’s elfin, silvery “Sister Moonshine” arrived 45 years ago today as a kind of dry run for platinum successes to come.