Preston Frazier shares his favorites from Bernie Chiaravalle and Fernando Perdomo to Alex E. Chavez and Parlor Greens on this list of the Best of 2024 in Rock.

Emily Remler’s string of records during her short lifetime revealed an astonishing, groundbreaking guitar talent but didn’t reveal how that talent translated to the stage. ‘Cookin’ At The Queens, Live In Las Vegas 1984 & 1988′ at long last rectifies that.

‘SPIN’ continues Nik Bärtsch’s ritualistic groove safari, keeping it familiar but incremental enough to delight even longtime listeners

Released 60 years ago today, the Beatles’ fourth album dug deeply for a track that had originally been demoed in Paul McCartney’s childhood bathroom.

Joseph M. Thompson explores successful business arrangements with the military that continue to have a strong impact on the country music we hear today.

Trombonist Dan Blacksberg’s ‘The Psychic/Body Sound System’ is targeted for very open minds (and ears). For those who are, hitching a ride on this journey can be quite rewarding.

Colombian jazz guitarist and composer Juan Dhas joined Preston Frazier for a deep dive into his new album, ‘Aether.’

Pink Floyd’s ‘The Wall’ arrived 45 years ago this week with a resonant, sharply drawn track that summed up its theme. Too bad Roger Waters kept going.

Apple finally released a treasure trove of Beatles radio performances 30 years ago this week – but one song from ‘Live at the BBC’ stood out.

Each year brings something new, or at least someone new releasing a holiday collection. Check out Tower of Power, Ben Folds, Jennifer Hudson and others.