Yes, “Dare to Know” from ‘The Quest’ (2021): YESterdays
The modern-era version of Yes has once again shown that they can do something pretty. Next time, guys, let’s dare to rock.
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Joni Mitchell – ‘Chalk Mark in a Rain Storm’ (1988): On Second Thought
Fans often overlook Joni Mitchell’s Geffen-era albums. Too bad, as this one is another jewel in her musical crown.
Dan Markell, “Carried Away” (2021): One Track Mind
For the past year or so, Dan Markell has been banging out one great single after another. “Carried Away” is his latest.
Chicago, “Higher and Higher” from ‘Chicago XXVI’ (1999): Saturdays in the Park
The completely unnecessary ‘Chicago XXVI’ was just a cash grab meant to lure fans into re-buying familiar songs. A flaccid bonus-track remake didn’t help.
Every Copy of Rush’s ‘Roll the Bones’ Reveals Something New
Rush’s ‘Roll the Bones,’ released 30 years ago today, is better than most people think. I should know, as many times as I’ve bought it.
Tim Berne’s Bloodcount – ‘5’ (1997; 2021 issue)
‘5’ is a “new” set of old recordings by Tim Berne’s Bloodcount featuring the special sauce that guitarist Marc Ducret added to this supergroup quartet from the ’90s.
Tim Berne’s Bloodcount – ‘Attention Spam’ (1997; 2021 issue)
‘Attention Spam’ is a reminder that the special makeup of Tim Berne’s Bloodcount made the music itself special and this latest output is a precious capture from those short few years the ensemble was active.
ElectroBluesSociety featuring Boo Boo Davis, “Bye Baby Bye Bye” (2021): One Track Mind
ElectroBluesSociety and Boo Boo Davis make the perfect combination: the former supplies the groove and the latter brings the grit.
Yes, “The Ice Bridge” from ‘The Quest’ (2021): YESterdays
The first recorded original work from the longest tenured version of Yes represents a touch of the past and a new beginning.
Sorrows – ‘Bad Times Good Times’ (2010): On Second Thought
‘Bad Times Good Times’ ably illustrates Sorrow’s forte for playing the melodically structured guitar pop linked with groups like Raspberries and Blue Ash.
