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CJ Vanston Discusses Steve Lukather, Spinal Tap + Joe Cocker: Something Else! Interview

CJ Vanston Discusses Steve Lukather, Spinal Tap + Joe Cocker: Something Else! Interview

CJ Vanston joins us to chat about work on solo projects by Toto’s Steve Lukather, performing with Spinal Tap and collaborating with Joe Cocker.

Oliver Wood, "Fine Line" from 'Always Smilin'' (2021): Something Else! sneak peek

Oliver Wood, “Fine Line” from ‘Always Smilin” (2021): Something Else! sneak peek

Here is a new video for “Fine Line,” an advance track from Wood Brothers front man Oliver Wood’s upcoming debut, ‘Always Smilin’.’

Deborah and Pat Mastelotto - 'A Romantic's Guide to King Crimson' (2021)

Deborah and Pat Mastelotto – ‘A Romantic’s Guide to King Crimson’ (2021)

Deborah and Pat Mastelotto’s ‘A Romantic’s Guide to King Crimson’ is a gorgeous record, all the more enjoyable for being unforeseen.

Why Miles Davis' 'Bitches Brew' Remains Such a Revolutionary Work

Why Miles Davis’ ‘Bitches Brew’ Remains Such a Revolutionary Work

Miles Davis steadfastly refused to conform to any expectations that were held for him – as both an individual and artist.

Todd Rundgren's 'Clearly Human' Show Reimagines the Concert Experience

Todd Rundgren’s ‘Clearly Human’ Show Reimagines the Concert Experience

Everyone is looking toward a future in which live music can again become a shared experience. Todd Rundgren has a different future in mind.

TuneTown [Ernesto Cervini, Kelly Jefferson + Artie Roth], "Sycamore" (2021): Something Else! video premiere

TuneTown [Ernesto Cervini, Kelly Jefferson + Artie Roth], “Sycamore” (2021): Something Else! video premiere

Here is the video premiere of “Sycamore,” an advance track from TuneTown’s upcoming album ‘Entering Utopia.’

CJ Vanston on Breaking Through with Richard Marx and Meeting Toto: Something Else! Interview

CJ Vanston on Breaking Through with Richard Marx and Meeting Toto: Something Else! Interview

CJ Vanston joins Anthony Sonego to discuss his early days as a jingle writer, collaborations with Richard Marx, and how he initially connected with Toto.

Christopher Hoffman, "Dylan George" from 'Asp Nimbus' (2021): Something Else! streaming premiere

Christopher Hoffman, “Dylan George” from ‘Asp Nimbus’ (2021): Something Else! streaming premiere

Here is the streaming premiere of cellist/composer Christopher Hoffman’s “Dylan George” from his upcoming album ‘Asp Nimbus.’

Tony Joe White, "Boot Money" (2021): Something Else! sneak peek

Tony Joe White, “Boot Money” (2021): Something Else! sneak peek

“Boot Money” appears on the late Tony Joe White’s upcoming Dan Auerbach-produced album ‘Smoke From the Chimney.’

AC/DC, Tom Petty, Neil Young + Others: Shadows in Stereo (Lockdown Edition)

AC/DC, Tom Petty, Neil Young + Others: Shadows in Stereo (Lockdown Edition)

Does rock ‘n’ roll have any significance in today’s pop culture? Let’s dig into new albums by AC/DC, Tom Petty, Neil Young and others to find out.