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Anti-Mortem, "Old Washita / STFU" (2020): One Track Mind

Anti-Mortem, “Old Washita / STFU” (2020): One Track Mind

Anti-Mortem’s “Old Washita” and “STFU” have given me more joy lately than is probably sane and healthy for an adult.

'John Lennon 80: The Last Days in the Life,' by Kenneth Womack: Books

‘John Lennon 80: The Last Days in the Life,’ by Kenneth Womack: Books

Kenneth Womack’s ‘John Lennon 80’ paints a realistic, balanced picture of his final era’s setbacks, victories and, sadly, unfulfilled dreams.

Bob James - 'Once Upon a Time: The Lost 1965 New York Studio Sessions' (2020)

Bob James – ‘Once Upon a Time: The Lost 1965 New York Studio Sessions’ (2020)

‘Once Upon a Time’ explores the possible directions that Bob James largely eschewed in favor of a more melodic – and popular – approach.

The Click Beetles - 'Pop Fossil' (2020)

The Click Beetles – ‘Pop Fossil’ (2020)

The Click Beetles have returned with an album that equals the excellence of its predecessor, 2014’s ‘Wake Up to Music!’

Toto, "Spiritual Man" from 'Falling in Between' (2006): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Spiritual Man” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays

With Toto’s “Spiritual Man,” David Paich created a lyrical masterpiece and an evocative platform for some truly inspired performances.

Allman Betts Band, Randy Goodrum, Ian Dury + Others: Five for the Road

Allman Betts Band, Randy Goodrum, Ian Dury + Others: Five for the Road

Allman Betts Band, Randy Goodrum and Ian Dury are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.

How Black Country Communion's Debut Brought Back '70s-Style Hard Rock

How Black Country Communion’s Debut Brought Back ’70s-Style Hard Rock

Black Country Communion’s self-titled debut arrived 10 years ago today as a thunderous reminder of the golden age of Deep Purple, Black Sabbath and AC/DC.

Chicago, "Explain It to My Heart" from 'Twenty 1' (1991): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Explain It to My Heart” from ‘Twenty 1’ (1991): Saturdays in the Park

All things being equal, Chicago’s first album of the ’90s should have been a hit.

Wendy Eisenberg, "Centreville" from 'Auto' (2020): Something Else! Sneak Peek

Wendy Eisenberg, “Centreville” from ‘Auto’ (2020): Something Else! Sneak Peek

Singing and playing like a boss is an under-appreciated talent, and Wendy Eisenberg shows she can handle this demanding dual chore with “Centreville.”

Steppenwolf - 'Monster' (1969): On Second Thought

Steppenwolf – ‘Monster’ (1969): On Second Thought

Returning to a moment when Steppenwolf tried to reconcile the shortcomings of specific aspects of American history with the spirit of American optimism.