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The Everly Brothers, Oct. 30, 1998: Shows I'll Never Forget

The Everly Brothers, Oct. 30, 1998: Shows I’ll Never Forget

One might think that the Everly Brothers would try to make their show into a living jukebox, but almost the opposite occurred.

Gerycz / Powers / Rolin, "Rotations" from 'Lamplighter' (2021): Something Else! Sneak Peek

Gerycz / Powers / Rolin, “Rotations” from ‘Lamplighter’ (2021): Something Else! Sneak Peek

“Rotations” is the trance-like advance single from Gerycz / Powers / Rolin’s strangely alluring pysch-folk LP, ‘Lamplighter.’

Don Everly (1937-2021): An Appreciation

Don Everly (1937-2021): An Appreciation

“See, it takes two of us to make an Everly Brothers record,” Don Everly once told me, “and there’s just no way around it.”

When Jean Luc Ponty Made a Triumphant Return With 'Life Enigma'

When Jean Luc Ponty Made a Triumphant Return With ‘Life Enigma’

Jean Luc Ponty’s long-awaited comeback album ‘Life Enigma’ was issued two decades ago, reestablishing him as the world’s finest electric violinist.

How Paul Butterfield Deftly Blended Blues and Psychedelia on 'East-West'

How Paul Butterfield Deftly Blended Blues and Psychedelia on ‘East-West’

Paul Butterfield Blues Band’s ‘East-West’ was released 55 years ago this month, opening doors not just for the blues but all of rock.

'All Things Must Pass Away: Harrison, Clapton, and Other Assorted Love Songs' by Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa: Books

‘All Things Must Pass Away: Harrison, Clapton, and Other Assorted Love Songs’ by Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa: Books

Authors Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa look at a crucial year in the relationship between George Harrison and Eric Clapton — as well as the time preceding it.

Why I Used to Hate Metallica's 'Black Album' (But Don't Anymore)

Why I Used to Hate Metallica’s ‘Black Album’ (But Don’t Anymore)

The Black Album arrived 30 years ago today, hurtling Metallica into the mainstream. It felt like something sacred had been taken away.

Tony Levin on King Crimson, Stick Men and Photographing It All: Something Else! Interview

Tony Levin on King Crimson, Stick Men and Photographing It All: Something Else! Interview

Ross Boissoneau sits down with legendary bassist Tony Levin to discuss getting back on the road with King Crimson, and his passion for photography.

Five Lesser-Known Cuts From 1966's Landmark 'Revolver' LP: Deep Beatles

Five Lesser-Known Cuts From 1966’s Landmark ‘Revolver’ LP: Deep Beatles

‘Revolver’ may have been released 55 years ago today, but there’s still much more to discover in hidden corners of the Beatles’ big-bang moment.

How 'London Howlin' Wolf Sessions' Gave Boomer Rockers a Chance to Pay Tribute

How ‘London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions’ Gave Boomer Rockers a Chance to Pay Tribute

Eric Clapton, Ringo Starr, Steve Winwood and members of the Rolling Stones took part in ‘London Howlin’ Wolf Sessions,’ released 50 years ago this month.