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Seth Walker – Sky Still Blue (2014)

‘Sky Still Blue’ shows the benefits of Walker’s continual tweaking of his sound and it’s paid off in this completely solid album of roots music.

Deep Purple vs. the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Vol. 3, Mistreated

Deep Purple vs. the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: Vol. 3, Mistreated

Enter bassist/vocalist Glenn Hughes and vocalist David Coverdale.

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Peter Van Huffel, Michael Bates and Jeff Davis – Boom Crane (2014)

‘Boom Crane’ doesn’t push up against the boundaries of jazz, nor does it seek to, but its clever, impish fun is contagious.

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Fankhauser Cassidy Band – On The Blue Road (2013)

A loose and lively affair, ‘On The Blue Road’ emphasizes the dynamics of democracy.

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Bronwynne Brent – Stardust (2014)

Here’s a voice so entrancing that it delays my processing of the delivered lyrics.

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One Track Mind: Jack White, “Temporary Ground” from Lazaretto (2014)

Another twist from an artist who gets a thrill out of kicking down genre walls.

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Hellbound Glory – ‘LV’ (2014)

This long-awaited Hellbound Glory EP finds Leroy Virgil seemingly growing up. Is that a good thing?

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Exclusive video premiere: Robben Ford, “Poor Kelly Blues” from A Day In Nashville (2014)

Ford’s deep dive into his own record collection revealed a stone-cold classic.

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Jeff Cosgrove, with Matthew Shipp and William Parker – Alternating Current (2014)

Jeff Cosgrove once again stands out in the company of greats.

Sparks Fly On E Street: Bruce Springsteen, "The Hitter" (2005)

Sparks Fly On E Street: Bruce Springsteen, “The Hitter” (2005)

Over time, I realized I’d missed the true heart of this song.