Richard Thompson sings here about taking a moment to understand blessings, beginning with the blessing of being left alone. Completely understandable, considering the situation. You May Also Like: Linda and Richard Thompson, “The Great Valerio” (1974): One Track Mind

She explores this turbulently resonant tale with a South African guest vocalist.

Our panel of Steely Dan fanatics reminisce about that magic moment when their minds were blown away by the artful brilliance of Donald Fagen and Walter Becker.

A canny amplification of Barrett’s muse, beyond the hippie-fied stuff.

Faithfull’s take on a Roger Waters song finds new depths of emotion.

There is no small amount of blasphemy going on here.

They take a kind of orchestral approach to the hootenanny aesthetic.

You’re left with a broader perspective on what Taylor contributed to Queen.

There are new insights for Beatles fans in ‘The Apple Years’ set, too.

It was an unexpected gift, I’m sure, for them – and for us.