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Yes, "Where Will You Be" from 'Talk' (1994): YESterdays

Yes, “Where Will You Be” from ‘Talk’ (1994): YESterdays

As with the earlier “Walls,” “Where Will You Be” holds an unusual place in the Yes canon – but in a much more positive way.

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Joe Mandica – ‘Presents GROOVES’ (2018)

Bottled tight with an unlimited supply of hooks and melodies, ‘Joe Mandica Presents GROOVES’ yields one spectacular song after another.

Chicago, "Hot Streets" from 'Hot Streets' (1978): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Hot Streets” from ‘Hot Streets’ (1978): Saturdays in the Park

The title track to Chicago’s ‘Hot Streets’ is a wistful look back at the jazz-rock style of the original band in its early days.

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Lucas Lee – ‘Lowered Expectations’ (2018)

Lucas Lee’s albums are as involving as instrumental rock can be. That’s a testament to his skills as a writer, arranger and musician.

Toto, "Just Can’t Get to You" from 'Tambu' (1995): Toto Tuesdays

Toto, “Just Can’t Get to You” from ‘Tambu’ (1995): Toto Tuesdays

“Just Can’t Get to You” didn’t break new ground, but it did show that Toto could still create a ballad worthy of inclusion on any previous album.

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Aaron Parks – ‘Little Big’ (2018)

Aaron Parks’ progressively minded ‘Little Big’ might not be the direction jazz is currently headed, but it should be.

Shooter Jennings - 'Shooter' (2018)

Shooter Jennings – ‘Shooter’ (2018)

Shooter Jennings decided to title his return to country music after himself, but it could just as easily be called ‘Junior’ or ‘Bocephus.’

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Joe Mandica, “I Feel Fine” (1980): One Track Mind

A charming trip down memory lane, Joe Mandica’s vintage take on the Beatles will indeed make you feel fine!

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Sam Leak and Dan Tepfer – ‘Adrift’ (2018)

‘Adrift,’ the new duo-piano album from Sam Leak and Dan Tepfer, is delightful, strong and vibrant.

Chicago, "Little Miss Lovin'" from 'Hot Streets' (1978): Saturdays in the Park

Chicago, “Little Miss Lovin'” from ‘Hot Streets’ (1978): Saturdays in the Park

“Little Miss Lovin’,” the third cut on Chicago’s ‘Hot Streets’ album, gets off to an excellent start – then problems set in.