Why ‘Draw the Line’ Signaled the End of Aerosmith’s Blazing First Era
Aerosmith was on an undeniable roll after issuing ‘Toys in the Attic’ and then ‘Rocks.’ All of it came to a crashing halt 45 years ago today.
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Storm Thorgerson and the Art of Musical Visualization
Here’s an archival interview with Storm Thorgerson, the visual giant who designed classic album covers for Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and others.
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
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 ‘n’ roll.
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
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
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
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
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’ arrived 10 years ago today as the heaviest thing Heart had ever produced. At the same time, however, it was a deeply confessional recording.
