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You Probably Never Heard Adam’s Farm’s ‘Rock Music Machine,’ and That’s a Shame

You Probably Never Heard Adam’s Farm’s ‘Rock Music Machine,’ and That’s a Shame

Issued 25 years ago, ‘Rock Music Machine’ was the first of just three mid ’90s-era releases from Adam’s Farm.

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The Successful Failures – ‘Saratoga’ (2019)

The Successful Failures are still at the height of their game – a huge compliment, considering how intoxicating they already were.

How Mitch Easter Helped Take Velvet Crush’s ‘Teenage Symphonies to God’ to a New Level

How Mitch Easter Helped Take Velvet Crush’s ‘Teenage Symphonies to God’ to a New Level

Velvet Crush had already made a critical splash before this album arrived 25 years ago today. Then something amazing happened.

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Oliver Ignatius, “Citys a Hell” (2018): One Track Mind

Damfino’s Oliver Ignatius captures our imagination on “Citys a Hell,” a moonlighting solo single which moves far afield of his main band’s quirky pop rock.

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Joe Merklee – July (2018)

Featuring calm and quiet vocals, Joe Merklee’s new EP ‘July’ exudes a deceptive strength, with delicate melodies that really sneak up on you.

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Mickey Stephens and the Poor Blue – Wasteground (2018)

Put together by Mighty Shamrocks veteran Mickey Stephens, the Poor Blue’s ‘Wasteground’ is a rootsy, autobiographical tour de force.

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Dream Syndicate – How Did I Find Myself Here? (2017)

In some ways, the new Dream Syndicate album is understood less as a singular release and better in the context of Steve Wynn’s overall career.

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Damfino – One False Move And I’m Yours (2017)

It’s obvious Damfino had a ton of fun in the studio, and their enthusiasm spills right out of the speakers.

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Here’s Chippy – Things We Left Behind (2018): Something Else! Sneak Peek

Hooky hard-rocking tunes, loaded with nifty noodlings, humming with momentum and good timing is where Chip Muellemann’s heart and soul resides.

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Desmond White, “Dream Girl” from Glace (2017): One Track Mind

“Dream Girl” is a effective gateway to the heart of Desmond White’s ‘Glace.’