Kevin Godley, William Shatner, Raphael Pannier + Others: Five for the Road
Kevin Godley, William Shatner and Raphael Pannier are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
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Jack Henderson – ‘Where’s the Revolution’ (2020)
Jack Henderson’s Americana-infused ‘Where’s the Revolution’ offers warm and passionate messages to ferry us safely across these turbulent times.
The Evolution of Yes’ Timeless ‘Roundabout’: Gimme Five
Yes’ forthcoming ‘The Royal Affair Tour: Live in Las Vegas’ includes yet another live update of “Roundabout.” Let’s take a look back.
Chicago, “What Does It Take” from ‘Twenty 1’ (1991): Saturdays in the Park
Jason Scheff is a vocal powerhouse on Chicago’s “What Does It Take,” singing with so much emotion and emphasis.
Jason Stein + Adam Shead – ‘Synaptic Atlas’ (2020)
Jason Stein and Adam Shead’s ‘Synaptic Atlas’ is not at all about notes and charts but rather, making a metaphysical connection and exchange through their instruments.
Blue Oyster Cult – ‘The Symbol Remains’ (2020)
Blue Oyster Cult’s ‘The Symbol Remains’ ought to give old rock fans a bit of relief from the new normal, whatever that is.
Yes, “To Ascend” from ‘Heaven and Earth’ (2014): YESterdays
“To Ascend” seems half-heartedly arranged and uninspired. Despite a promising start, this became a common theme for Yes’ ‘Heaven and Earth.’
Chiminyo – ‘I Am Panda’ (2020)
If you like your genres mixed and mashed, ‘I Am Panda’ by Chiminyo – a.k.a. Tim Doyle – is a good place to start.
Richard Turgeon, “Powder Keg” (2020): One Track Mind
Crank it to the max and support San Francisco-area songwriter Richard Turgeon’s hope and vision for a better day for all of us.
Chicago, “Somebody, Somewhere” from ‘Twenty 1’ (1991): Saturdays in the Park
This is another keyboard-heavy ‘Twenty 1’ track with histrionic vocals and by-the-book guitar solos that will never remind anyone of the real Chicago.
