Forgotten series: Erik Friedlander – Block Ice and Propane (2007)
As a jazz cellist, you may not think you’ve heard Friedlander — but you’ve heard this dude and probably didn’t know it, I would bet. You May Also Like: No related posts.
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Bonnie Raitt – Slipstream (2012)
Bonnie Raitt uses her first album in seven years to move fluidly between expected slide-guitar swagger and these deeply intriguing moments featuring impressionistic asides from Bill Frisell. You May Also Like: Susan Tedeschi’s Varied ‘Back to the River’ Set the Stage for Greatness Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ – TajmoRead More
The Friday Morning Listen: James Taylor – Mud Slide Slim And The Blue Horizon (1971)
Shortly after a preview article was published on the upcoming remaster of James Taylor’s Mud Slide Slim And The Blue Horizon, we were knocking around some ideas while sitting around the Something Else! watercooler. You May Also Like: James Taylor – ‘One Man Band’ (2007; 2019 reissue) In Praise ofRead More
Kurt Cobain killed himself, and grunge, 18 years ago today. So what?
Yeah, yeah, I know, today’s the 18-year anniversary of Kurt Cobain’s death. We’re all supposed to be wallowing in depressing reminiscences, etc., etc., but really, I can’t register much of anything at all. You May Also Like: How Dave Grohl Surprised Everybody With That Paul McCartney Collaboration
Look for Bob Dylan's Blood on the Tracks to be reissued — this time, on the big screen
From your ears to the multiplex: Bob Dylan’s 1975 divorce record Blood on the Tracks — featuring such album rock-radio staples as “Tangled Up in Blue” and “Simple Twist of Fate” — will be made into a feature-length film. You May Also Like: Tom Wilmeth Explores Bob Dylan’s Impact onRead More
As E Street Band deals with loss, Little Steven Van Zandt says Boss 'continues to amaze me'
The E Street Band is in the midst of one of its most difficult and unusual concert tours ever, interpreting for the first time a new solo release by Bruce Springsteen — and doing so without saxophonist Clarence Clemons or keyboardist Danny Federici You May Also Like: No related posts.
King's X drummer Jerry Gaskill releases new video message for fans: 'I'll be better than ever'
King’s X drummer Jerry Gaskill, in the midst of recovering from a heart attack, has issued an emotional new video message for his fans. You May Also Like: No related posts.
Meat Loaf says he'd like to collaborate with Jim Steinman again on Bat Out of Hell IV
Meat Loaf’s newest release Hell in a Handbasket doesn’t feature longtime cohort Jim Steinman, who helped shape the blockbuster Bat Out of Hell series. That doesn’t mean the partnership is over, though. You May Also Like: Jim Steinman (1947-2021): An Appreciation This Is a Tough One: Saying Goodbye to MyRead More
Jamey Johnson, “That Lonesome Song” (2007): Fred’s Country Fried Rock
Jamey Johnson stands as one of the few beacons of grit, emotion and honesty remaining on country music radio.
Chris Welch, Eric Clapton biographer: Something Else! Interview
Donald Gibson caught up with Eric Clapton biographer and friend Chris Welch for a Something Else! Sitdown.
