‘In the Rain Shadow’ is largely inspired by progressive fingerstyle guitarist and composer Mark Vickness’ move to the high desert of California.

Dave Grohl kept a jam session with Paul McCartney secret 10 years ago to create what he called a ‘holy f— moment’ in ‘Sound City.’

Ivo Perelman and Nate Wooley once again push each other to peak performances, and since their peaks are high, so is the level of improvisation.

If you remember Leon Russell, then you remember a certain era. Even-handed author Bill Janovitz takes us back.

Queen is set for another run through North America with Adam Lambert, kicking off Wednesday night in Baltimore and continuing through November.

The most difficult comparison Bob Dylan ever faces is with his former selves. Still, some selves were undoubtedly worse than others.

Rob Meany continues his hot streak of singles: “Dreamer in Dreamland” showcases his melodic gifts while also allowing the band to rock a little.

Released 20 years ago this month, the Top 5 U.K. smash album ‘Reality’ found David Bowie doing something unusual.

Jeff Lynne’s Beatles collaboration yielded two hit singles – and partial work on a third song, “Now and Then,” which is apparently slated for release soon.

Issued 35 years ago today, ‘No Rest for the Wicked’ ranks with ‘Blizzard of Ozz’ and ‘Diary of a Madman’ when discussing Ozzy Osbourne’s top solo records.