Something Else! sneak peek: Joe Bonamassa, “Different Shades of Blue” (2014)
Bonamassa advances his new album with a pretty nice display of his soulful side.
Other News
The secret weapon in Scott Amendola’s Fade To Orange project: Mr. Bungle bassist Trevor Dunn
Scott Amendola’s leadership and Nels Cline’s presence should make ‘Fade To Orange’ a special recording, but don’t sleep on Trevor Dunn. Every time I’ve come across a record on which he’s appeared, it’s been a rather good record. That bodes well for this one.
Something Else! sneak peek: Bruce Hornsby, “Life in the Psychotropics” from Solo Concerts (2014)
After a period of exploring roots music, Hornsby takes a bold step.
Exclusive stream: Supertramp’s Carl Verheyen, “Bloody Well Right” (2014)
A brilliant reimagining of a song you probably thought you knew inside and out.
One Track Mind: Nick Hempton, “Catch and Release” (2014)
Write, record and release a new jazz tune every six weeks for a year? Nick Hempton could be onto something good.
Something Else! sneak peek: Gerald Albright – Slam Dunk (2014)
Another well-developed mixture of smooth jazz, and adult contemporary music.
Dave Douglas + Uri Caine – Present Joys (2014)
A private, warmhearted meeting of minds – and we were allowed to listen in.
Rod Piazza and the Mighty Flyers – Emergency Situation (2014)
Like Piazza himself, this restless delight never stays in one place for long.
Gimme Five: Overlooked Yes Albums (And Why Some of Them Should Be)
For every ‘Fragile,’ Yes has several other projects that are routinely ignored.
Steely Dan Sunday, “Talkin’ ‘Bout My Home” (1980?, unreleased)
Catchy, but ultimately a bit less compelling than other ‘Gaucho’ outtakes.
