State Cows – ‘Challenges’ (2019)
State Cows, often referred to as yacht rock, is an example of why musical labels are such a disservice.
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Chicago, ‘Remember the Feeling’ from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
The thing that still leaves me scratching my head: How come Chicago never released “Remember the Feeling” as a single?
Dave Clark Five – ‘All the Hits’ (2020)
Sporting matching suits and short hair, the Dave Clark Five may have looked wholesome, but their music boomed with force and aggression.
Yes, “Don’t Go” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
Yes’ “Don’t Go” is an attempt at accessibility and radio play from a band that would never again have a chart hit.
Bryan Adams Finally Established His Own Identity With ‘Cuts Like a Knife’
Released today in 1983 amid a surge of New Wave, Bryan Adams’ third album proved there will always be an audience for real music recorded by real people.
Buggles’ ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ Predicted the Music Industry’s Larger Shift
Geoff Downes joined us to discuss the Buggles’ “Video Killed the Radio Star,” which arrived 40 years ago today on ‘The Age of Plastic.’
Chicago, “Stay the Night” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
If ‘Chicago 17’ had been released by another artist, I may have liked it more.
Tol-Puddle Martyrs – ‘Brainfade’ (2019)
Tol-Puddle Martyrs’ fine and interesting ‘Brainfade’ is commercial enough for the masses, but cool enough to march to its own cadence.
Matthew Milia – ‘Alone at St. Hugo’ (2019)
Matthew Milia’s ‘Alone at St. Hugo’ often recalls rootsier versions of Big Star and Teenage Fanclub, but with a wholly personal touch.
Nick Frater – ‘Full Fathom Freight-Train’ (2019)
Nick Frater’s ‘Full Fathom Freight-Train’ pulls all the right levers when it comes to capturing the essence of ’70s pop rock.
