Jon Larsen Did a Twist on Frank Zappa With ‘The Jimmy Carl Black Story’
On this date 10 years ago, Jon Larsen set out to put Zappa drummer Jimmy Carl Black back in the spotlight not just a musician, but as a person.
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Jeremy – ‘Dulcimer Dance’ (2018)
Jeremy Morris embraces another wide array of sonic expressions on his latest inspired endeavor, ‘Dulcimer Dance.’
Paul McCartney Found Collaborative, First-Take Genius Again With ‘Electric Arguments’
Set free from the boundaries of his own fame, Paul McCartney flourished on the Fireman’s ‘Electric Arguments,’ issued 10 years ago today.
Chicago, “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” (2003): Saturdays in the Park
Bill Champlin and Chicago gave “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” the breath of fresh air needed to make this over-exposed holiday classic listenable again.
The Allman Brothers Band’s Ubiquitous ‘Whipping Post’: One Track Mind
The Allman Brothers Band’s half century-old song about timeless heartache and the drowning of one’s sorrows has captured the blues-rocking imagination of a new generation.
Ryan A. Miller – ‘Atrophy Torque Fly’ (2018)
Ryan A. Miller’s ‘Atrophy Torque Fly’ thrives in its uniqueness.
Toto, “Blackeye” from ‘Tambu’ (1995): Toto Tuesdays
“Blackeye,” a bonus cut from Toto’s ‘Tambu’ era, sounds as if it was intended for a Tina Turner album.
Peter Brotzmann + Heather Leigh – ‘Sparrow Nights’ (2018)
There is a deep understanding here between Peter Brotzmann and Heather Leigh, even more so than on their previous collaboration.
Chicago, “Love Was New” from ‘Hot Streets’ (1978): Saturdays in the Park
There are two available versions of Chicago’s “Love Was New,” one featuring Robert Lamm singing and another with Donnie Dacus. Which one was better?
David Dominique – ‘Mask’ (2018)
David Dominique shows a creative zeal for using traditional jazz as a springboard into the abyss, much as Mingus, Kirk and Lacy did.
