How Bennie Maupin Left Mwandishi Behind on ‘The Jewel in the Lotus’
Bennie Maupin went solo 45 years ago this month, taking concepts (and players) from his time with Herbie Hancock – but using a far different approach.
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Justin Townes Earle Came of Age on the Rootsy, Focused ‘Midnight at the Movies’
10 years ago, Justin Townes Earle’s ‘Midnight at the Movies’ showed that simple and bold can certainly outshine complex and epic.
When John Frusciante Returned to Solo Work on ‘Shadows Collide With People’
John Frusciante released a solo album 15 years ago this week that wasn’t as hot as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, nor as funky – but more distinctive than you might expect.
How Joe Bonamassa Finally Arrived With ‘The Ballad of John Henry’
10 years ago this week, Joe Bonamassa discovered the perfect balance between his penchant for blues covers and ’70s-style hard rock.
Claudio Roditi’s Gorgeous ‘Brazilliance x4’ Deftly Balanced His Many Influences
Claudio Roditi returned to the music of his homeland 10 years ago today, but this salute to Brazil boasted a unique approach.
Ben Folds Returned to Older Work on ‘Stems and Seeds,’ and Vastly Improved It
Ben Folds treated us to a much-needed “de-master” of ‘Way to Normal,’ 10 years ago this week.
Willie Nelson Found a Worthy Foil on the Diverse, Rootsy ‘Willie and the Wheel’
Willie Nelson released a terrific collaboration with Asleep at the Wheel 10 years ago today that was by turns reverent and then rambunctious.
Eliane Elias Confidently Expanded Her Main Influences on ‘Bossa Nova Stories’
Elaine Elias had paid tribute to Brazil’s great contribution to jazz long before this album arrived 10 years ago. But ‘Bossa Nova Stories’ was different.
Ruthie Foster Confirmed Her Genius With ‘The Truth According to Ruthie Foster’
Released 10 years ago today, ‘The Truth According to Ruthie Foster’ was much more than a blues triumph.
When Umphrey’s McGee Created ‘Mantis,’ Their First In-Studio Project
Known for their spontaneity and informal composing, Umphrey’s McGee tried something 10 years ago today that they’d never done before.
