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Kaprekar’s Constant – ‘Depth of Field’ (2019)

The second album by Kaprekar’s Constant requires a patient listen, but it eventually reveals so much beauty.

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Tom Tallitsch – ‘Ten’ (2019)

Tom Tallitsch’s ‘Ten’ sometimes posits itself closer to rock than jazz, but it retains all the improvisation and musicianship associated with the latter.

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Dory Previn, “The Lady With the Braid” (1971): One Track Mind

Dory Previn’s lady with the braid presents herself as casual and cool as she can, but underneath it the reality of her real feelings shimmer.

Jon Herington, Steely Dan guitarist: Something Else! Interview

Jon Herington, Steely Dan guitarist: Something Else! Interview

Jon Herington drops by to discuss his new duo project with Jim Beard, covering Steely Dan, and his all-time favorite albums.

Tom Waits Challenged Our Preconceived Notions (Again) With 'Glitter and Doom Live'

Tom Waits Challenged Our Preconceived Notions (Again) With ‘Glitter and Doom Live’

Ten years ago this week, Tom Waits documented a tour filled with the music of clattery proto-jug bands, shimmery jazz ensembles, and randy blues hucksters.

Returning to U2's 'How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb,' Over Lunch

Returning to U2’s ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb,’ Over Lunch

Some thought U2 was washed up when they released ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb’ 15 years ago today. Let’s dig in.

'Presto' Proved That Everything I Thought About Rush, and Fate, Was Wrong

‘Presto’ Proved That Everything I Thought About Rush, and Fate, Was Wrong

Rush’s ‘Presto’ arrived 30 years ago today, setting off a chain reaction that would change my life forever.

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Bob Dylan, ‘The Bootleg Series Vol. 15: Travelin’ Thru, 1967-1969′ (2019)

Bob Dylan’s recordings in Nashville were a radical, almost reactionary departure for many reasons.

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Neal Francis – ‘Changes’ (2019)

Neal Francis is making the most of his second chance to make a first impression, creating quality soul music earnestly by hand.

Paul McCartney's 'Good Evening New York City' Was Unexpectedly Relevant

Paul McCartney’s ‘Good Evening New York City’ Was Unexpectedly Relevant

The latest in a parade of Paul McCartney live projects arrived 10 years ago today with some memorable surprises.