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Two Beatles Songs That Take the 'Revolver' Reissue to the Next Level

Two Beatles Songs That Take the ‘Revolver’ Reissue to the Next Level

The revolution in sound associated with the Beatles’ soon-to-be-reissued ‘Revolver’ actually began with a couple of its bonus tracks.

How Robert Plant and Alison Krauss' 'Raising Sand' Still Confounds Expectations

How Robert Plant and Alison Krauss’ ‘Raising Sand’ Still Confounds Expectations

Released 15 years ago today, the heavily praised ‘Raising Sand’ doesn’t sound like either Robert Plant or Alison Krauss – and that’s a good thing.

This Triple-Platinum Beatles Compilation Shouldn't Disappear Into History

This Triple-Platinum Beatles Compilation Shouldn’t Disappear Into History

Originally released 45 years ago today, ‘Love Songs’ is perfect for those who prefer softer touches of the Beatles. Yet it’s never been reissued.

Why 'Celebration Day' Provided the Perfect Farewell for Led Zeppelin

Why ‘Celebration Day’ Provided the Perfect Farewell for Led Zeppelin

Remember when Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” was fresh to you? That’s how it felt 10 years ago today on ‘Celebration Day.’

TV Tunes by Tame Impala, Junip, Library Voices + Others: Gimme Five

TV Tunes by Tame Impala, Junip, Library Voices + Others: Gimme Five

Television has offered me the opportunity to discover a batch of cool songs from the likes of Tame Impala, Junip, Library Voices and others.

Why Radiohead's 'In Rainbows' Struggled to Overcome Its Pre-Release Hype

Why Radiohead’s ‘In Rainbows’ Struggled to Overcome Its Pre-Release Hype

Radiohead self-released ‘In Rainbows’ 15 years ago this week after an annoying promo campaign that nearly ruined the album for me.

How Bruce Springsteen's 'Tunnel of Love' Dug Deeply to Find Hard Truths

How Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tunnel of Love’ Dug Deeply to Find Hard Truths

Albums like Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tunnel of Love,’ released 35 years ago this week, are the dark but needed respites before his E Street Band roars back to life.

Noam Lemish, "Rebirth," from 'Twelve' (2022): Something Else! Video Premiere

Noam Lemish, “Rebirth,” from ‘Twelve’ (2022): Something Else! Video Premiere

Here is the video premiere of ‘Rebirth’ by Noam Lemish, from the pianist, composer and bandleader’s upcoming orchestral-jazz record ‘Twelve.’

How 'Nuggets: Original Artyfacts' Ended Up Changing Rock Forever

How ‘Nuggets: Original Artyfacts’ Ended Up Changing Rock Forever

Released 50 years ago this week, ‘Nuggets: Original Artyfacts’ seemed dated and raw, but that’s what turned it into such an influential compilation.

'Fanatic' Rocked All the Way Out, But Still Had Plenty of Heart

‘Fanatic’ Rocked All the Way Out, But Still Had Plenty of Heart

‘Fanatic’ arrived 10 years ago today as the heaviest thing Heart had ever produced. At the same time, however, it was a deeply confessional recording.