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Chris Squire on Yes’ new singer Jon Davison, and what’s next: ‘He just owns that role’

Chris Squire discusses Yes’ transition from one frontman to another, and the persistent rumors of a possible reunion with Jon Anderson.

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Mandingo Ambassadors – Tougna (2012)

Since around the 13th century, the Kouyaté family has upheld a proud tradition as oral historians and folk virtuosic musicians, or griots, serving ancient kings who once ruled over West Africa. You May Also Like: Matt Mitchell – ‘Phalanx Ambassadors’ (2019) Eric Bibb – ‘Global Griot’ (2018) Giorgi Mikadze –Read More

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Forgotten series: Brain Police – Brain Police (1968)

So much great music gets banished to the vaults, and that includes Brain Police’s demo album. Recorded in 1968, the disc should have fallen into the mitts of a major label, but apparently the stars were simply not aligned the moment the project materialized. The album, which though reissued inRead More

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Something Else! sneak peek: Marillion, "Power" (2012)

Even as Marillion puts the finishing touches on their forthcoming 2012 studio album, the prog rockers have released a new song — called “Power.” You May Also Like: Marillion’s ‘Marbles’ Completed a Remarkable Steve Hogarth-Era Transformation How Marillion Kept Their Momentum Going With ‘Somewhere Else’

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Departed Yes frontman Benoit David set for return with former band Mystery

Wondering what’s happened to former Yes singer Benoit David? He’s rejoined his old band Mystery, which has now been bolstered by the addition of former Spock’s Beard drummer Nick D’Virgilio. You May Also Like: Songs from the Dearly Departed David Bowie, Eagles, Prince + others: Odd Couples China Crisis, “TragedyRead More

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'I don't see how he does it': Bob Dylan set to release The Tempest after 50 years of song

We now have a name and release date for Bob Dylan’s 35th studio release: The Tempest is set to arrive via Columbia Records on September 11, 2012. Preorder it here! You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Desert Island Discs: Debut Album Edition

Occasionally, somebody gets it completely right on the very first try. This focuses on those times. But hold on, Gilligan: With no rules about era or genre, our 13-member list of desert island debut discs runs an amazing gamut You May Also Like: How Living Colour’s Smart, Tough Debut AlbumRead More

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Singin' (and dancin') in the rain: Hope for my generation at the Traction Music Festival

Where this past weekend would you find live music that spanned the styles of jazz, rock, funk, R&B, soul, reggae, and electronic; to see an audience of people young and old, of any and all nationalities, so deeply into the music You May Also Like: Joe Jackson’s Rain underscored aRead More

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Chelle Rose – Ghost of Browder Holler (2012)

I’ve never been a big fan of female country singers. It’s something about the twang in the voice that just doesn’t appeal to me most of the time. You May Also Like: Lizzy Rose, “Walk the Walk” from Crocodile Tears (2016): One Track Mind Blackberry Smoke, “Waiting on the Thunder”Read More

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Neal Morse makes bold return to prog rock with second release of 2012

Neal Morse returns once again to mainstream progressive rock with the September 11 release Momentum, to be followed by a North American tour. You May Also Like: Neal Morse Did It All (Again) on ‘Songs from November’ Neal Morse on ‘The Great Adventure,’ Sequels and Cruise to the Edge: SomethingRead More