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Something Else! sneak peek: Journey's Neal Schon with Steve Smith, "The Calling" (2012)

This new instrumental is interesting because Steve Smith showed up just as Journey took a turn in the late 1970s from its more fusion-informed early period toward a platinum-selling arena-rock formula. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Brian Charette – Music for Organ Sextette (2012)

In 2010, bassist extraordinaire William Parker quietly released an album of recordings called Uncle Joe’s Spirit House that put a different spin on organ jazz. You May Also Like: Brian Charette – ‘Power From The Air’ (2021) Brian Charette – Once & Future (2016)

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Something Else! Featured Artist: Jeff Beck

A certified funky-fusion platinum smash, the George Martin-produced Blow by Blow peaked at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 — hurtling itself to Record You Must Own status for Jeff Beck. So enough of that. You May Also Like: No related posts.

White Wizzard, “High Speed GTO” (2008): One Track Mind

White Wizzard, “High Speed GTO” (2008): One Track Mind

Though I still have quibbles with the spelling of the band’s name, the retro sound White Wizzard brings to the table is awesome.

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Cannonball Adderley Quintet – Legends Live: Stuttgart, 1969 (2012)

Julian “Cannonball” Adderley is the undisputed leader on this date — the big-hearted, soul-lifting center of every song. But the proper focus here might just be on keyboardist Joe Zawinul You May Also Like: Cannonball Adderley – ‘Poppin’ in Paris: Live at L’Olympia 1972′ (2024) ‘Elegant People: A History ofRead More

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Aerosmith's ready to rock this way with 18-date American summer tour

No word yet on when the new album will drop, but Aerosmith is definitely hitting the road this summer. Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and Co. have announced a 18-date American tour, to be played between June 16 and August 8. You May Also Like: Steven Tyler – We’re All SomebodyRead More

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Joe Jackson's next project: A tribute to jazz giant Duke Ellington

Joe Jackson is promising a a decidedly unconventional salute to Ellington, hoping to highlight the timeless brilliance of his classic compositions even while showcasing Jackson’s own skills as an arranger, instrumentalist and vocal interpreter. You May Also Like: Joe Jackson’s Rain underscored a complete modern-era return to form Sacred andRead More

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Ten acoustic George Harrison songs to be issued as Early Takes, Vol. 1

Rare acoustic takes on George Harrison songs from All Things Must Pass, Living in the Material World and Third Three and 1/3 will be featured in a forthcoming release called Early Takes Vol. 1. You May Also Like: ‘George Harrison: The Reluctant Beatle’ by Philip Norman (2023): Books

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Mick Fleetwood says Stevie Nicks is standing in way of Fleetwood Mac reunion: 'It comes down to her'

Despite earlier suggestions to the contrary, Fleetwood Mac will not be touring in 2012 — the reason being, long-time drummer Mick Fleetwood says, singer Stevie Nick’s “obsession” with her solo career. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Members of Montrose, Gamma, Journey, Styx and Kiss will perform tribute concert for Ronnie Montrose

The remaining members of Montrose will lead an all-star cast of rock musicians gathering on April 27 to honor the band’s late leader Ronnie Montrose. You May Also Like: No related posts.