The foundation a series of mindboggling 1980s successes was there before Perry arrived.

If there’s one band that has a handle on tweaking traditional pop rock to modern effects, it’s the Britannicas.

Ponty has previously worked with Frank Zappa, Elton John and members of Journey and Genesis.

Himmelman moves away from specificity, and into something far more resonant.

It was fast, heavy — and on occasion, gnarly and ugly, as metal should be.

Two Bay Area pacesetters of improvised and avant-garde music will soon join forces.

A versatile and engaging singer, Loren is joined by the era’s most memorable songwriters and sidemen.

“The ’80s,” John Oates admits, “weren’t as much fun as you might think.”

A number of important lessons emerge from “Weird Al” Yankovic’s new triumph.

‘Numbers’ coolly delivers Payton’s message of natural flow. It’s funky-good, angular vibe jazz.