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Andrew Bird, “Eyeoneye” (2012): One Track Mind

With “Eyeoneye,” Andrew Bird finds a great middle ground between the rather over-earnest sound of his early solo records and the broader ambitions of his old band Bowl of Fire. You May Also Like: Andrew Bird’s ‘Noble Beast / Useless Creatures’ Was as Challenging as It Was Gorgeous

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Bowerbirds – The Clearing (2012)

Having weathered all kinds of bad luck and bad times – including, but limited to, breaking up, serious illness and having their dog hit by a car – Beth Tacular and Phil Moore reconvened for another go at Bowerbirds. You May Also Like: How Anders Osborne Came Into His OwnRead More

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Tony Banks says classical influences in his work go all the way back to Genesis

Some might have been surprised by Genesis co-founder Tony Banks turn toward classical music. But, it turns out, he’d always had an interest in the genre. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Rolling Stones getting back together to celebrate 50th anniversary — with a commemorative photo book

Fans have been waiting with bated breath for the Rolling Stones to announce plans for a gala 50th anniversary event. The hope, obviously, was for a tour. That hasn’t happened yet. But that doesn’t mean the band won’t be celebrating. You May Also Like: How ‘Love is Strong’ Grew IntoRead More

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Tony Martin: Don't look for a reunion with Black Sabbath any time soon

Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi and Geezer Butler recently reconvened for a planned album, but don’t look for a similar happy reunion between the band and one-time singer Tony Martin. “Sabbath haven’t spoken to me for over 15 years,” Martin says You May Also Like: Why Black Sabbath’s Tony Iommi WasRead More

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Rocco DeLuca – Drugs ‘n Hymns (2012)

To be so organic, so uninhibited and free — during the song “Amen,” Rocco DeLuca actually turns from the microphone, filling the room around him with a howling lament — Drugs ‘n Hymns is often grounded by the familiar. You May Also Like: The Ageless Mystery and Otherworldly Charge ofRead More

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Frank Ocean responds to possible sampling suit by Eagles' Don Henley: 'Ain't this guy rich as f**k?'

In the wake of a rumored threat from Don Henley to sue over sampling the Eagles’ “Hotel California,” R&B singer Frank Ocean took to the Internet to plead his case: “Shit’s weird. Ain’t this guy rich as fuck? Why sue the new guy?” You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Release date for Rush's long-awaited Clockwork Angels appear on two Japanese sites

Two separate music sites, Amazon.co.jp and HMV.co.jp, have posted a May 23 release date for Rush’s Clockwork Angels album — the first indications of when this long-awaited project might appear. You May Also Like: How Rush Finished at the Top of Their Game With ‘Clockwork Angels’ How the Holocaust ShapedRead More

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New film focusing on legendary Cream drummer Ginger Baker in the works

Cream drummer Ginger Baker will be the subject of an upcoming film, “Beware of Mr. Baker.” You May Also Like: Ginger Baker (1939-2019): An Apprecation

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Merbow – Dead Zone (2012)

Music reviewing is famously described as “dancing about architecture” but dissecting Merbow’s noise music is more comparable to slicing water. For starters, the Japanese king of noise challenges and stretches the whole notion of what we call music. You May Also Like: Richard Pinhas, Tatsuya Yoshida & Merzbow – ProcessRead More