Ringo Starr’s platinum-selling Top 10 smash ‘Ringo’ arrived 50 years ago with his very best interpretation of a song from a former bandmate.

The newly expanded Isley Brothers’ ‘3 + 3’ arrived 50 years ago this month with a funky take on a very recent Seals and Crofts hit. Something magical happened.

Tesla released ‘Real to Reel’ 15 years ago, in a rare moment where it actually felt like the band was influenced by the music they chose.

Plaudits galore for the imaginative arrangements and serious, serious musical chops displayed on ‘Canadiana’ from the Canadian Brass.

Paul McCartney finally returned to the traditional pop and jazz of his youth 10 years ago this week. In more ways than one, I’m glad that he waited.

‘Detours and Dead Ends Vol. 1’ finds Caddy taking a break from producing his own stellar songs to reprise some of his favorite tunes from the ’70s and ’80s.

Love is evident in every note, and that makes ‘Ram On: The 50th Anniversary Tribute to Paul & Linda McCartney’s ‘Ram” a must-listen for any fan.

Set the controls for the heart of the sun, because ‘Still Wish You Were Here: A Tribute to Pink Floyd’ is a lovely listen.

Fans should seek out “America” in its many official versions, just to hear how Yes’ cover of this Simon and Garfunkel classic has progressed over time.

‘Frampton Forgets the Words’ makes the argument that if he hadn’t become a star, Peter Frampton would have been better appreciated for his guitar work.