Steve Gadd on ‘Aja,’ ’50 Ways to Leave Your Lover,’ ‘Take It Away,’ others: Gimme Five
Steve Gadd takes us inside mythical sessions with Paul Simon, Paul McCartney and Steely Dan.
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The Association – The Complete Warner Bros and Valiant Singles Collection (2012)
If there was ever a group capable of teaching the world to sing in perfect harmony (apologies to the Hillside Singers and the New Seekers), it would definitely be the Association. Equipped with spellbinding vocal power that married natural beauty with detailed complexity, the Los Angeles band amassed a clutchRead More
Steve Gadd on his Passion for Both Rock and Jazz: Something Else! Interview
Famous for his work with Paul Simon and Steely Dan, Steve Gadd has an interest in a vast array of styles.
Stevie Wonder – Where I’m Coming From (1971): On Second Thought
Where I’m Coming From is the big turning point in Stevie Wonder’s career. Released in 1971, shortly before his 21st birthday and around the time his original Motown contract expired, it was the first album under Wonder’s new deal You May Also Like: Elton John – Greatest Hits 1976-1986 (1992):Read More
Iggy Pop, John Wetton, Nektar, Sweet, Todd Rundgren – ‘Who Are You: An All Star Tribute to the Who’ (2012)
The intrigue of compilations like this is when seemingly incongruent artists successfully combine, or when somebody turns a familiar tune inside out.
'More like Supertramp than Supertramp': Roger Hodgson discusses fan reactions to new band tour
Roger Hodgson tells Dave Richards of GoErie.com that fans are favorably comparing a new tour to his career-making work with Supertramp. You May Also Like: Why Supertramp’s “Sister Moonshine” Pointed to Future Greatness
'People tend to be very skeptical': Dhani discusses following in George Harrison's career footsteps
Dhani Harrison, in an interview with Neil McCormick of the Telegraph, laments the pressure put on children of famous musicians — openly wondering why artists in other professions like acting get a pass. You May Also Like: ‘George Harrison: The Reluctant Beatle’ by Philip Norman (2023): Books
Hannah and Maggie – Muscle and Bone (2012)
New York acoustic folk-pop duo Maggie Kraus and Hannah Hickok are the perfect melding of Simon and Garfunkel and the Indigo Girls, offering quietly resonant songs conveyed through a shimmering vocal interplay. You May Also Like: Kevin Godley, “Hit the Street” from ‘Muscle Memory’ (2020): One Track Mind
‘We are the real Beach Boys’: Brian Wilson opens up after being ousted by Mike Love
Through the news release issued by the Beach Boys tried to portray their latest split as a planned event following a celebrated 50th anniversary album and tour, new comments from ousted leader Brian Wilson tell a different story. You May Also Like: No related posts.
Something Else! sneak peek: Jeff Lynne, "Mercy Mercy" (2012)
A new video directed by Martyn Atkins for Jeff Lynne’s single “Mercy Mercy” underscores how the former leader of the Electric Light Orchestra works these days: Lynne appears on vocals, as well as every other instrument. You May Also Like: When Jeff Lynne’s ELO Triumphantly Returned With ‘Live in HydeRead More
