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Why Donny Hathaway's 'This Christmas' Stands Apart From Other Yuletide Songs

Why Donny Hathaway’s ‘This Christmas’ Stands Apart From Other Yuletide Songs

He departed much too early, but fortunately Donny Hathaway left us with several memorable songs – including this one.

David Paich, Monkey House, Ben Craven + Others: Preston Frazier's Best of 2022

David Paich, Monkey House, Ben Craven + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2022

Preston Frazier’s Best of 2022 list includes studio projects from David Paich, Monkey House, Ben Craven, Adrian Quesada and others.

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O'Toole's Top 2022 Albums, Books, Movies + More

Beatles Gift Guide: Kit O’Toole’s Top 2022 Albums, Books, Movies + More

A number of book, CD, DVD/Blu-ray, and vinyl releases kept Beatles fans busy this year. Kit O’Toole is here to help Santa sort them all out.

Michael Leonhart, Bobby Broom, Simon Phillips + Others: Preston Frazier's Best Jazz of 2022

Michael Leonhart, Bobby Broom, Simon Phillips + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best Jazz of 2022

Preston Frazier’s countdown of the best jazz of 2022 includes Michael Leonhart, Bobby Broom, Simon Phillips, Michael Leonhart, Jeff Denson, Mark Wade and others.

Why 'Draw the Line' Signaled the End of Aerosmith's Blazing First Era

Why ‘Draw the Line’ Signaled the End of Aerosmith’s Blazing First Era

Aerosmith was on an undeniable roll after issuing ‘Toys in the Attic’ and then ‘Rocks.’ All of it came to a crashing halt 45 years ago today.

Chris Isaak, Joss Stone, Andrea Bocelli, Backstreet Boys + Others: 2022's Seasonal Sounds

Chris Isaak, Joss Stone, Andrea Bocelli, Backstreet Boys + Others: 2022’s Seasonal Sounds

Ross Boissoneau digs into 2022’s seasonal sounds from Chris Isaak, Joss Stone, Backstreet Boys, Andrea Bocelli, Lindsey Stirling and others.

RJ LeBlanc, "Flamme / Heyday / Childlike" (2022): Something Else! video premiere

RJ LeBlanc, “Flamme / Heyday / Childlike” (2022): Something Else! video premiere

Here is the video premiere of three songs from bassist RJ LeBlanc’s just-released album ‘Heyday.’

Storm Thorgerson and the Art of Musical Visualization

Storm Thorgerson and the Art of Musical Visualization

Here’s an archival interview with Storm Thorgerson, the visual giant who designed classic album covers for Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and others.

In Defense of the Long-Ignored Yes Album 'Open Your Eyes'

In Defense of the Long-Ignored Yes Album ‘Open Your Eyes’

Released 25 years ago this week, ‘Open Your Eyes’ ended up as one of Yes’ late-period orphans. It’s time to open your ears.

The Largely Forgotten Beatles B-Side That Tied Their Influences Together

The Largely Forgotten Beatles B-Side That Tied Their Influences Together

Passed over as an A-side, “Thank You Girl” illustrated the foundational role the blues, R&B, and early rock ‘n’ roll played in the Beatles’ early sound.