Carmen Sandim – ‘Play Doh’ (2019)
Carmen Sandim’s ‘Play Doh’ is full of surprises, as things which would not seem that attractive in theory work out beautifully.
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Chicago, “Live It Up” from ‘Chicago XIV’ (1980): Saturdays in the Park
Almost no information exists about “Live It Up,” a bonus track on the Rhino re-release of 1980’s ‘Chicago XIV.’
Boz Scaggs + Duane Allman, “Loan Me a Dime” (1969): One Track Mind
Fifty years ago this month, an unknown Duane Allman sat in on Boz Scaggs’ self-titled debut album. His meteoric rise had begun.
The Successful Failures – ‘Saratoga’ (2019)
The Successful Failures are still at the height of their game – a huge compliment, considering how intoxicating they already were.
Yes, “Homeworld (The Ladder)” from ‘The Ladder’ (1999): YESterdays
Boasting a dramatic and broad set of ideas, “Homeworld (The Ladder)” is Yes music of the highest order.
Ben Levin, Making Movies, Mai Leisz + Others: Five For the Road
Ben Levin, Making Movies and Mai Leisz are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Rich Halley, with the Matthew Shipp Trio – ‘Terra Incognita’ (2019)
Rich Halley’s inspired collaboration provides the visionary interplay, the spirituality and, yes, the flair for melody that are hallmarks of both sides.
John Pearce – ‘Just Friends’ (2019)
Standards are treated with respect, but still given a striking individuality on violinist John Pearce’s debut ‘Just Friends.’
Chicago, “Doin’ Business” from ‘Chicago XIV’ (1980): Saturdays in the Park
It’s a shame this didn’t make the album: “Doin’ Business” would have made a great replacement for a few duds on ‘Chicago XIV.’
Adrian Belew Power Trio’s ‘e’ Opened the Door to a World of New Sounds
Released 10 years ago today, ‘e’ did more than advance Adrian Belew’s considerable legacy. It introduced us to a pair of exciting new talents.
