Bjork’s Vocal-Focused ‘Medulla’ is Still Filled With Countless Surprises
Issued 15 years ago today, Björk’s ‘Medulla’ jettisoned every-day instruments in favor of the purest one: the human voice.
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ZZ Top’s “El Diablo,” “Thunderbird,” “Rough Boy” + Others: Gimme Five
We returned to some old favorites as ZZ Top kicks off their 50th anniversary tour tonight.
How ‘It Might Get Loud’ Revealed a Simple Truth About Three Legends
Jimmy Page, the Edge and Jack White debuted in a film 10 years ago today that brought out my inner guitar geek.
Patti Scialfa Once Again Showed She Could Stand on Her Own With ’23rd Street Lullaby’
I probably would have loved the record Patti Scialfa issued 15 years ago this week, even without the weight of the past chiming in.
How Dave Matthews Got His Groove Back on ‘Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King’
Before ‘Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King’ arrived 10 years ago today, I had pretty much given up on the Dave Matthews Band.
Pat Metheny, May 16, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget
Two hours, spent with Pat Metheny during a solo show in New Hampshire, and I was exhausted.
Patti Smith Rocked a Different Way on the Very Adult ‘Trampin”
Could Patti Smith meld thoughts on family with her patented brand of punk-poet attitude? We found out 25 years ago today.
Lou Reed Head Faked His Fans Once Again With ‘Animal Serenade’
Lou Reed’s live ‘Animal Serenade’ delivered the goods 15 years ago this week, but – gasp! – in an elegant, almost cerebral fashion.
When John Frusciante Returned to Solo Work on ‘Shadows Collide With People’
John Frusciante released a solo album 15 years ago this week that wasn’t as hot as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, nor as funky – but more distinctive than you might expect.
Christmas Music for People Who are Sick of Christmas Music: Gimme Five
By now, you’ve probably had just enough of the same old holly jolly stuff. Mark Saleski is here to help with some suggestions from off the beaten path.
