In Defense of the Kinks’ Often-Overlooked Sophomore Album, ‘Kinda Kinks’
Ray Davies has ranked ‘Kinda Kinks,’ which arrived 55 years ago today, as his least favorite Kinks album. Let’s take a second look.
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Stepford Knives, “Blue In the Face” (2020): One Track Mind
Those who like pop greased with a dash of funky grunge will take an immediate shine to the newly formed Stepford Knives’ musical vision.
Jon Dawson – ‘Misophonia’ (2020)
Jon Dawson of Third of Never and Electric Forgiveness fame has crafted a solo album that’s quite different from the rocking power pop he is known for.
Al Stewart, Don Dixon, Carla Olson, Peter Case + Others – ‘For the Record: A Tribute to John Wicks’ (2020)
John Wicks would be touched by the care these talented artists put into keeping his music and spirit alive.
Gary Ritchie – ‘Head On a Swivel’ (2020)
Heavy on mouth-watering melodies, arresting licks and clear and confident vocals, Gary Ritchie’s ‘Head On a Swivel’ brings back the fun in pop music.
The Grip Weeds – ‘Giant On the Beach’ (2004; 2020 reissue)
Out of print for years, the Grip Weeds’ ‘Giant On the Beach’ has been resurrected with a generous dosage of new goodies.
Emperor Penguin – ‘Soak Up the Gravy’ (2020)
Unique and exciting, Emperor Penguin’s ‘Soak Up the Gravy’ is an album that offers something for everybody.
Dave Clark Five – ‘All the Hits’ (2020)
Sporting matching suits and short hair, the Dave Clark Five may have looked wholesome, but their music boomed with force and aggression.
Marty Penrose, “My Side of the Merri” (2020): One Track Mind
Recalling a time of trust and innocence, Marty Penrose’s “My Side of the Merri” is dewy-eyed nostalgia at its best.
Bryan Adams Finally Established His Own Identity With ‘Cuts Like a Knife’
Released today in 1983 amid a surge of New Wave, Bryan Adams’ third album proved there will always be an audience for real music recorded by real people.
