Ken Sharp – ‘Beauty In the Backseat’ (2018): On Second Thought
A thrilling listen from top to bottom, Ken Sharp’s fifth and latest album highlighted his talents in every way.
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Chicago, “Here Is Where We Begin” (1984): Saturdays in the Park
“Here Is Where We Begin” is an exceptional song in spite of Chicago, not because of them. Credit former Ambrosia frontman David Pack.
JUNO Fever (or Not): The Modern World Meets the Boogie Woogie Flu
A few music-related thoughts as we self isolate, elbow bump and search desperately for bathroom tissue during the coronavirus pandemic.
Chicago, “Once in a Lifetime” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
Penned by long-time member James Pankow, “Once in a Lifetime” finishes ‘Chicago 17’ with a bang.
Ken Sharp, “Girl / Forget That Girl” (2020): One Track Mind
Ken Sharp’s new benefit single is a tribute to Davy Jones, with proceeds going to the late Monkees star’s Equine Memorial Foundation.
Jeff Coffey, on ‘Origins,’ Ex-Chicago Bandmates and What’s Next: Something Else! Interview
Don Felder sideman Jeff Coffey stopped by to discuss his new solo project, what it’s been like reconnecting with former Chicago bandmates and his plans for what’s next.
In Defense of the Kinks’ Often-Overlooked Sophomore Album, ‘Kinda Kinks’
Ray Davies has ranked ‘Kinda Kinks,’ which arrived 55 years ago today, as his least favorite Kinks album. Let’s take a second look.
Chicago, “Prima Donna” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
Did erstwhile Chicago singer Peter Cetera once have a secret ambition to be a movie star? He wrote and recorded two songs on this theme in the early ’80s, including this one.
Nigel Dick, Toto Video Director: Something Else! Interview
Nigel Dick joins us to discuss his lengthy history with Toto, including his favorite music video – and one that was overshadowed by tragedy.
Al Stewart, Don Dixon, Carla Olson, Peter Case + Others – ‘For the Record: A Tribute to John Wicks’ (2020)
John Wicks would be touched by the care these talented artists put into keeping his music and spirit alive.
