Tom Waits Challenged Our Preconceived Notions (Again) With ‘Glitter and Doom Live’
Ten years ago this week, Tom Waits documented a tour filled with the music of clattery proto-jug bands, shimmery jazz ensembles, and randy blues hucksters.
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Returning to U2’s ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb,’ Over Lunch
Some thought U2 was washed up when they released ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb’ 15 years ago today. Let’s dig in.
‘Presto’ Proved That Everything I Thought About Rush, and Fate, Was Wrong
Rush’s ‘Presto’ arrived 30 years ago today, setting off a chain reaction that would change my life forever.
Neal Morse Did It All (Again) on ‘Songs from November’
Five years ago, Neal Morse blended every element of his muse into one all-encompassing solo triumph.
Eric Burdon and the Animals’ Self-Titled Debut Was a Dark, Dirty Triumph
Rugged and robust, ‘The Animals’ arrived 55 years ago this month as a textbook study of the original wave of English blues rock.
How Bryan Adams Finally Put It All Together With ‘Reckless’
Something special happened to Bryan Adams 35 years ago this week. Actually – two special things.
Why R.E.M.’s ‘Live at the Olympia’ Showed They Were Back
The post-Bill Berry R.E.M. seemed less solid in its artistic footing, making me wonder if the end was near.
The Smithereens Created a Stone Cold Pop-Rock Classic With ’11’
Released 30 years ago this month, the Smithereens’ ’11’ is defined by haystacks of penetrating hooks and in-the-pocket musicianship.
Jamiroquai Showed They Were More Than a Retro Dance Act With ‘Just Another Story’
“Just Another Story” arrived 25 years ago today as part of Jamiroquai’s sophomore release, ‘Return of the Space Cowboy.’
Why You Should Give Billy Joel’s ‘Streetlife Serenade’ Another Listen
Released 45 years ago today, ‘Streetlife Serenade’ arrived at a time when Billy Joel was more singer-songwriter than stadium-filling showman.
