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The Beatles, "Leave My Kitten Alone" (1964/1995, 'Anthology 1'): Deep Beatles

The Beatles, “Leave My Kitten Alone” (1964/1995, ‘Anthology 1’): Deep Beatles

Despite languishing for decades, “Leave My Kitten Alone” showed how the Beatles could reshape songs to fit a new, harder-rocking sound.

Yes, "Somehow, Someday" from 'Open Your Eyes' (1997):  YESterdays

Yes, “Somehow, Someday” from ‘Open Your Eyes’ (1997): YESterdays

Combining fragments from Jon Anderson with contemporary Billy Sherwood production touches, Yes’ “Somehow, Someday” works on several levels.

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The Doughboys – ‘Running For Covers’ (2019)

Rather than deliver these selections note for note, the Doughboys soak them in their own special sauce.

How Levon Helm's 'Electric Dirt' Confirmed a Stirring Late-Career Resurgence

How Levon Helm’s ‘Electric Dirt’ Confirmed a Stirring Late-Career Resurgence

Released 10 years ago today, Levon Helm’s ‘Electric Dirt’ was the sound of a man, and a singer, reborn.

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Wertico Cain and Gray – ‘Without Compromise’ (2019)

Nothing was spared in making Wertico Cain and Gray’s seventh collaboration a rich listening and viewing experience.

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With ‘In Between Evolution,’ the Tragically Hip Struck a Hopeful Pose Once More

Released 15 years ago today, the Tragically Hip’s ‘In Between Evolution’ returned to a typical but sadly uncommon search for beauty.

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The Police – ‘Everyone Stares: The Police Inside Out’ (2019)

‘Everyone Stares’ lets fans into the Police’s inner sanctum as they experience key early victories – and early frustrations, too.

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James Taylor – ‘One Man Band’ (2007; 2019 reissue)

The first-ever vinyl reissue of James Taylor’s ‘One Man Band’ live album prompts a re-evaluation.

Songs About Brain Power From Metallica, Ramones, Elvis Presley + Others: Odd Couples

Songs About Brain Power From Metallica, Ramones, Elvis Presley + Others: Odd Couples

Songs about brain power by Metallica, Ramones, Elvis Presley and others square off in a new edition of JC Mosquito’s Odd Couples.

Toto, "High Price of Hate" from 'Mindfields' (1999): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “High Price of Hate” from ‘Mindfields’ (1999): Toto Tuesdays

Toto’s “High Price of Hate” is basically over about a third of the way in – or it should be, anyway.