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The Byrds' 'Turn! Turn! Turn!' Offered a Message of Hope in Troubled Times

The Byrds’ ‘Turn! Turn! Turn!’ Offered a Message of Hope in Troubled Times

Released 60 years ago this week, ‘Turn! Turn! Turn!’ captured both the political and musical climate of the era. It also confirmed the Byrds’ ascension.

The Beatles' Charismatic 'Help!': 60 Years Later

The Beatles’ Charismatic ‘Help!’: 60 Years Later

Mike Tiano argues that the often-overlooked ‘Help!’ film is a lively reminder of why the Beatles were, and remain, a positive and lasting phenomenon.

Badfinger's 'No Matter What' Didn't Always Have That Crazy-Cool Solo

Badfinger’s ‘No Matter What’ Didn’t Always Have That Crazy-Cool Solo

Joey Molland described a moment of inspiration on Badfinger’s “No Matter What,” which arrived 55 years ago today as part of ‘No Dice.’

Sugarloaf's 'Don't Call Us, We’ll Call You' LP Was More Than That One Hit

Sugarloaf’s ‘Don’t Call Us, We’ll Call You’ LP Was More Than That One Hit

Released 50 years ago, ‘Don’t Call Us, We’ll Call You’ featured a final Sugarloaf radio favorite – along with several other hidden gems.

An Intriguing Launch Point, 'Trespass' Is Genesis' Forgotten Album: 'I Guess, Because It's So Early'

An Intriguing Launch Point, ‘Trespass’ Is Genesis’ Forgotten Album: ‘I Guess, Because It’s So Early’

Released 55 years ago this month, the sophomore album ‘Trespass’ offered the first hints at where Genesis would go.

Everything Fab Four Fest: Time to Celebrate the Beatles' 'Rubber Soul'

Everything Fab Four Fest: Time to Celebrate the Beatles’ ‘Rubber Soul’

Steve Matteo interviews Ken Womack, an author of multiple books on the Beatles who is spearheading Everything Fab Four Fest: Celebrating Rubber Soul.

The Bittersweetness of Elton John and Leon Russell's 'The Union'

The Bittersweetness of Elton John and Leon Russell’s ‘The Union’

Released 15 years ago this week, Elton John and Leon Russell’s fiesty collaboration ‘The Union’ was an often-loud record with its share of quiet truths.

How Warren Zevon Found Drunken Brilliance With Hindu Love Gods

How Warren Zevon Found Drunken Brilliance With Hindu Love Gods

Released 35 years ago today, Warren Zevon’s one-off collaboration with members of R.E.M. was filled with comfy cover tunes. One of them stood out.

Elton John's Unfairly Criticized 'Rock of the Westies' Deserves Another Listen

Elton John’s Unfairly Criticized ‘Rock of the Westies’ Deserves Another Listen

Economic and simple, Elton John’s ‘Rock of the Westies’ arrived 50 years ago this month to mixed reviews. In hindsight, however, it’s a fine collection.

Kate Wyatt Trio, "Music is Beautiful," from 'Murmurations' (2025): Video premiere

Kate Wyatt Trio, “Music is Beautiful,” from ‘Murmurations’ (2025): Video premiere

Here is the video premiere of “Music Is Beautiful” by Montreal-based pianist Kate Wyatt, from her upcoming album ‘Murmurations.’