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Hellsongs – These Are Evil Times (2013)

I never heard of this band before and, due to their handle and title of their latest album, I was expecting to be struck in the face by a blast of doom metal that would destroy my ears and soul. You May Also Like: Fortunato Isgro, “Good Times Bad Times”Read More

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On Second Thought: Liverpool Express – The Best Of Liverpool Express (2002)

Coming to be in 1975, Liverpool Express features lead singer and bassist Billy Kinsley, who enjoyed much success throughout Europe 10 years earlier with the Merseybeats. You May Also Like: Rockin’ Horse, “The Biggest Gossip in Town” (1971): One Track Mind Paul McCartney says the Beatles used Motown as aRead More

Forgotten series: The Easybeats - Falling Off the Edge of the World (1968)

Forgotten series: The Easybeats – Falling Off the Edge of the World (1968)

Although they were a bona fide phenomenon in their home base of Australia, the Easybeats to the rest of the planet are basically remembered for two things. You May Also Like: Aviation Blondes – ‘Edge of Forever’ (2009): Forgotten Series The Mills Brothers, “Cab Driver” (1968): Forgotten series

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If You Like the Ramones …, by Peter Aaron (2013): Books

The ‘If You Like…’ series sports a stellar reputation, and this enlightening book on the Ramones continues their tradition of excellence.

Almost Hits: Love, "My Little Red Book" (1966)

Almost Hits: Love, “My Little Red Book” (1966)

Authored by Hal David and Burt Bacharach, “My Little Red Book” was a staple of just about every garage rock band’s diet during the ’60s. Manfred Mann’s jazz styled version of the song — which appeared in the movie, “What’s New Pussycat” and on their My Little Red Book OfRead More

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Christian Kjellvander – The Pitcher (2013)

In the beginning, Christian Kjellvander obtained success with the Loosegoats, a band whose righteous roots rock offerings still make many a fan and critics top ten list You May Also Like: Christian Marien Quartett – ‘How Long Is Now’ (2024) Michael Sherwood + Christian Nesmith, “Sally’s Ass” from Groovy LemonRead More

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On Second Thought: Wild Cherry – Wild Cherry (1976)

Born in 1970, Wild Cherry began life as a rock band. Gigging the local circuit, the Ohio group struggled to gain the success they strived for. You May Also Like: Just Us, “I Can’t Grow Peaches on a Cherry Tree” (1966): Forgotten Series Ed Cherry – Soul Tree (2016) WildRead More

Richard X. Heyman - X (2013)

Richard X. Heyman – X (2013)

Emitting warmth, honesty and a timeless quality, Richard X. Heyman’s ‘X’ indeed marks the spot!

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On Second Thought: Crack The Sky – The Best Of The Rest [And Then Some] (1999)

As proven by Crack The Sky, rave reactions from the press don’t always guarantee healthy record sales. You May Also Like: Wilco (The Album) echoed, but didn’t quite live up to Sky Blue Sky Producer Don Was on Bob Dylan’s ‘Under the Red Sky’: ‘I was maybe a little outRead More

Forgotten series: The Astral Projection - The Astral Scene (1968)

Forgotten series: The Astral Projection – The Astral Scene (1968)

Composed of studio musicians, most notably the late great guitarist Hugh McCracken, who played with everybody from the Monkees to Simon to Garfunkel to Van Morrison to Steely Dan to John Lennon You May Also Like: Just Us, “I Can’t Grow Peaches on a Cherry Tree” (1966): Forgotten Series ThollemRead More