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Steely Dan's 'Can't Buy a Thrill': Five Great Songs You Might Not Know

Steely Dan’s ‘Can’t Buy a Thrill’: Five Great Songs You Might Not Know

Steely Dan burst onto the music scene 50 years ago this month with their platinum-selling debut. Here’s a deeper dive into ‘Can’t Buy a Thrill.’

In Defense of the Often-Overlooked Mott the Hoople

In Defense of the Often-Overlooked Mott the Hoople

Mott the Hoople deserves wider fame for their eclectic mix of Dylan-esque folk rock, glam leanings, prog-type forays, proto punk/metal and rock ā€˜nā€™ roll.

The Neil Young Album That Blew Apart the Last of Hippie Nostalgia

The Neil Young Album That Blew Apart the Last of Hippie Nostalgia

Released 10 years ago today, Neil Young’s ‘Psychedelic Pill’ was a fiery ’60s requiem that also charted the path away from its crushing disappointments.

Two Beatles Songs That Take the 'Revolver' Reissue to the Next Level

Two Beatles Songs That Take the ‘Revolver’ Reissue to the Next Level

The revolution in sound associated with the Beatles’ soon-to-be-reissued ‘Revolver’ actually began with a couple of its bonus tracks.

This Triple-Platinum Beatles Compilation Shouldn't Disappear Into History

This Triple-Platinum Beatles Compilation Shouldn’t Disappear Into History

Originally released 45 years ago today, ‘Love Songs’ is perfect for those who prefer softer touches of the Beatles. Yet it’s never been reissued.

Why 'Celebration Day' Provided the Perfect Farewell for Led Zeppelin

Why ‘Celebration Day’ Provided the Perfect Farewell for Led Zeppelin

Remember when Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” was fresh to you? That’s how it felt 10 years ago today on ‘Celebration Day.’

How Bruce Springsteen's 'Tunnel of Love' Dug Deeply to Find Hard Truths

How Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tunnel of Love’ Dug Deeply to Find Hard Truths

Albums like Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Tunnel of Love,’ released 35 years ago this week, are the dark but needed respites before his E Street Band roars back to life.

'Fanatic' Rocked All the Way Out, But Still Had Plenty of Heart

‘Fanatic’ Rocked All the Way Out, But Still Had Plenty of Heart

‘Fanatic’ arrived 10 years ago today as the heaviest thing Heart had ever produced. At the same time, however, it was a deeply confessional recording.

When Peter Gabriel Suddenly Decided to Open Up on 'Us'

When Peter Gabriel Suddenly Decided to Open Up on ‘Us’

Peter Gabriel returned 30 years ago this week with a heart-rending ‘So’ follow up that surveyed the wreckage of two past relationships.

A World of Their Own: How 'Aja' Changed Everything For Steely Dan

A World of Their Own: How ‘Aja’ Changed Everything For Steely Dan

Steely Dan signaled a shift in direction 45 years ago today with the release of ‘Aja,’ a finely tuned lyrical and musical triumph.