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Mort Weiss: A first-take life, with everything from hard times to hard rock

When I first started doing these articles I gave no thought as to the chronological order in which they occurred. You May Also Like: Dan Weiss Trio – ‘Dedication’ (2022) Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio – ‘Cold as Weiss’ (2022)

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William A. Thompson/WATIV – Syntaxis (2012)

The Clash once had an album called Combat Rock, but William A. Thompson’s combat music called Baghdad Music Journal (2006) was hardly a figurative statement You May Also Like: Linda and Richard Thompson, “The Great Valerio” (1974): One Track Mind

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Gimme Five: Robert Fripp's King Crimson-related archives at DGMLive

For the fan, there is an embarrassment of riches to be discovered at King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp’s Discipline Global Mobile Web site, DGMLive.com. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Sparks Fly On E Street: Bruce Springsteen, "Two Hearts" (1980)

When the Reunion Tour rolled into Boston’s Fleet Center, it felt like Bruce was returning after decades, not just years. The actual length of time can be argued, depending upon your feelings about the tour You May Also Like: Reevaluating Bruce Springsteen’s ‘The Wild, the Innocent and the E StreetRead More

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New Beatles tribute EP, show at NYC's Iridium on tap for Henry McCullough and Denny Seiwell of Wings

Remember the beautiful guitar solo from Paul McCartney and Wings’ 1973 ballad “My Love”? That memorable performance, widely considered one of rock’s best solos, was conceived by Irish guitarist Henry McCullough. You May Also Like: Henry McCullough dies; played guitar with Paul McCartney and Wings, Joe Cocker, Spooky Tooth LaurenceRead More

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Paul Rodgers laments 1980s-era split with Bad Company, saying 'I felt like the outsider'

Even as Paul Rodgers reunites with Bad Company for a summer tour, he still laments the band’s sudden end almost 30 years ago — the result, he says, of his desire to get away from drugs. You May Also Like: Why You Should Give Queen + Paul Rodgers’ ‘The CosmosRead More

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Wife of legendary rock guitarist Ronnie Montrose 'at a loss for words' after outpouring of support

Leighsa Montrose, wife of Ronnie Montrose, says she has been “so moved and completely at a loss for words” over the outpouring of love and respect for the late legendary rock guitarist. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Justin Townes Earle – Nothing’s Going to Change The Way You Feel About Me Now (2012)

Credit Justin Townes Earle for refusing to stick with the tried and true, even after 2010’s ‘Harlem River Blues’ shot to No. 50 on the Billboard charts.

Steely Dan Sunday, "Home At Last" (1977)

Steely Dan Sunday, “Home At Last” (1977)

Inspired by an episode from Homer’s ‘Odyssey,’ “Home At Last” works as a metaphor for the homesick Steely Dan.

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Half Notes: Patti Smith and Kevin Shields – The Coral Sea (2008)

I’ve always loved it when Patti Smith busts out the poetry notebook. Long before I ever knew what the hell she was talking about, I loved the passion. Aside from a few of the more mainstream poets (Robert Frost, etc.), poetry has always been considered a fringe sort of art.Read More