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Sylvester, "Body Strong" from 'Live at the War Memorial Opera House' (2024): One Track Mind

Sylvester, “Body Strong” from ‘Live at the War Memorial Opera House’ (2024): One Track Mind

This posthumously released live version of “Body Strong” is yet another reminder of what a force Sylvester was – and the impact he still has.

Oliver Wood, "Yo I Surrender" from 'Fat Cat Silhouette' (2024): One Track Mind

Oliver Wood, “Yo I Surrender” from ‘Fat Cat Silhouette’ (2024): One Track Mind

Here’s the official video of “Yo I Surrender,” a down-home ditty by Oliver Wood that manages to be uplifting without even trying too hard.

Nosotros Mentiras

Nosotros, “Mentiras” (2024): One Track Mind

Funky and fresh, the new single “Mentiras” (meaning “lies” in Spanish) finds the Santa Fe-based 10-piece band Nosotros in fine form.

How Billy Joel's 'Turn the Lights Back On' Recalls Past Glories

How Billy Joel’s ‘Turn the Lights Back On’ Recalls Past Glories

Billy Joel’s last album of pop-rock music was 1993’s mediocre ‘River of Dreams,’ but this single shows there is still talent burning.

Conjunto Guantanamo, 'Guitarra, Tabaco y Ron' (2024): One Track Mind

Conjunto Guantanamo, ‘Guitarra, Tabaco y Ron’ (2024): One Track Mind

If the propulsive, contemporary ‘Guitarra, Tabaco y Ron’ is a prelude to a full-length Conjunto Guantanamo album, bring it on!

Last Ark Out feat. Hailey Niswanger, "Libra" (2024): Something Else! video premiere

Last Ark Out feat. Hailey Niswanger, “Libra” (2024): Something Else! video premiere

Here is the video premiere of “Libra,” from Last Ark Out featuring Hailey Niswanger on woodwinds. New album ‘Lift’ releases February 23rd 2024.

How Mike and the Mechanics' 'The Living Years' Helped Bridge an Emotional Gap

How Mike and the Mechanics’ ‘The Living Years’ Helped Bridge an Emotional Gap

Released 35 years ago today, Mike and the Mechanics’ “The Living Years” came to terms with the wreckage left by a simple lack of communication.

Yes, 'Now and Then' Is an Actual Beatles Song

Yes, ‘Now and Then’ Is an Actual Beatles Song

Decades later, the Beatles’ uncanny penchant for composing easily hummable melodies remains in full bloom.

Silvano Pagliuca-Mena, "La Tarabita" (2023): One Track Mind

Silvano Pagliuca-Mena, “La Tarabita” (2023): One Track Mind

This delightful single is dedicated to Silvano Pagliuca-Mena’s mother, Anna Mena, a performer who dances to Spanish music.

The 'Mind Games' Song That Pointed to John Lennon's Reunion With Yoko Ono

The ‘Mind Games’ Song That Pointed to John Lennon’s Reunion With Yoko Ono

Released 50 years ago this week, ‘Mind Games’ opened the door for John Lennon’s Lost Weekend. One song hinted at the sweet reconciliation to come.