Journey, “I’ll Be Alright Without You” from Raised on Radio (1986): One Track Mind
Neal Schon takes us inside the unique guitar sound from Journey’s “I’ll Be Alright Without You,” released on May 27, 1986 as part of ‘Raised on Radio.’
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Los Lobos’ ‘Kiko’ Was a Mysterious, Completely Transfixing Triumph
Released on May 26, 1992, ‘Kiko’ is still, by any measure, Los Lobos’ most unusual album. That’s what lures me back, again and again.
Often-Forgotten ‘David Gilmour’ Was Pink Floyd Leader’s Most Varied Solo Effort
Released on May 25, 1978, ‘David Gilmour’ is a complete solo statement, refreshing in that it’s not trying too hard to sound like Pink Floyd.
Ronnie James Dio moved into the spotlight with the dark, uplifting Holy Diver
‘Holy Diver, released on May 25, 1983, found Ronnie James Dio setting a new course after work with Rainbow and Black Sabbath.
In a surprise, Def Leppard rekindled their classic-era sound with covers-focused Yeah!
When Def Leppard released a covers album on May 23, 2006, I didn’t expect to like it. This must clearly be a band on the verge of calling it quits, right?
Free-form Monkees humor once drove Hollywood legend to curse: ‘I hate these f–ing kids’
The Monkees TV show was designed toward improvisation. But not every guest star meshed with the Monkees’ gonzo approach.
Pete Townshend on why the Who lends itself to classical reinterpretation: ‘Pulled all the stops’
Pete Townshend breaks down the Who’s individual strengths when it comes to recasting their music in an orchestral setting.
Two modern developments hurtled Hall and Oates back to prominence: ‘It resonated with them’
How did Hall and Oates become hip again after years as too-often-overlooked hitmakers? John Oates explains.
Close as You Get found Gary Moore at the top of his blues game
‘Close as You Get,’ released this week in May 2007, was your standard-issue Gary Moore blues record. Meaning, it was very, very good.
Incognito, “Send Your Love” (2015): One Track Mind
UK acid-jazz masters Incognito have quickly issued a soulful groover to help UNICEF provide aid for the children of earthquake-stricken Nepal.
