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On the Joy, and the Pain, of Pete Townshend's 'Empty Glass'

On the Joy, and the Pain, of Pete Townshend’s ‘Empty Glass’

Released 40 years ago this month, Pete Townshend’s ‘Empty Glass’ was so intense and bittersweet that, for a while, I didn’t have the strength to revisit it.

How Peter Frampton Reaffirmed His Legend on 'Thank You Mr. Churchill'

How Peter Frampton Reaffirmed His Legend on ‘Thank You Mr. Churchill’

Peter Frampton returned to bread-and-butter straight-ahead rock 10 years ago today on ‘Thank You Mr. Churchill.’ It may as well have been 1976 all over again.

Charles Rumback, "Burning Daylight" from 'June Holiday' (2020): Something Else! Video Premiere

Charles Rumback, “Burning Daylight” from ‘June Holiday’ (2020): Something Else! Video Premiere

Here is the streaming premiere of Charles Rumback’s “Burning Daylight” track from his upcoming LP ‘June Holiday.’

How Anders Osborne Came Into His Own With 'American Patchwork'

How Anders Osborne Came Into His Own With ‘American Patchwork’

Released a decade ago this week, Anders Osborne’s ‘American Patchwork’ showcased both his rocking and songwriter sides.

Roky Erickson's Final Triumph of the Human Spirit on 'True Love Cast Out All Evil'

Roky Erickson’s Final Triumph of the Human Spirit on ‘True Love Cast Out All Evil’

Released a decade ago this week, ‘True Love Cast Out All Evil’ stands as Roky Erickson’s last heartfelt invitation back to a career often ofter looked.

Karl Evangelista, "Apura!" "Utang Na Loob" + "FDT" (2020): Something Else! premiere

Karl Evangelista, “Apura!” “Utang Na Loob” + “FDT” (2020): Something Else! premiere

Here is the world premiere of a trio of tracks from San Francisco Bay area guitar provocateur Karl Evangelista, from his upcoming album ‘Apura!’

Todd Rundgren Remains an Individualist, and a True Star: Something Else! Interview

Todd Rundgren Remains an Individualist, and a True Star: Something Else! Interview

Ross Boissoneau caught up with Todd Rundgren for a discussion on growing as an artist, learning through listening, and shared musical experiences.

The MacroQuarktet [Robertson / Ballou / Gress / Rainey], "Neuroplasticity Pts. 1, 2, and 3" (2020): Something Else! premiere

The MacroQuarktet [Robertson / Ballou / Gress / Rainey], “Neuroplasticity Pts. 1, 2, and 3” (2020): Something Else! premiere

Here is the streaming premiere of “Neuroplasticity Pts. 1, 2, and 3” by the MacroQuarktet, from their upcoming release ‘The Complete Night: Live at the Stone NYC.’

My Small Contribution to the Yes Symphonic Tour

My Small Contribution to the Yes Symphonic Tour

Mike Tiano recalls when Yes guitarist Steve Howe incorporated one of his ideas into the set during the band’s 2001 symphonic tour.

Nick Finzer, Bernie Chiaravalle + Others: Five For the Road [Quarantine Edition]

Nick Finzer, Bernie Chiaravalle + Others: Five For the Road [Quarantine Edition]

Nick Finzer, Bernie Chiaravalle and others are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.