Toto, “Burn Down the Mission” from ‘Through the Looking Glass’ (2002)
A Toto cover of Elton John’s “Burn Down the Mission” stays true to the original while providing a platform for some classic Bobby Kimball magic.
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Chicago, “You’re the Inspiration” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
Maybe this is just a ballad to some, but for others Chicago’s “You’re the Inspiration” might have opened them up to a whole new world. It did for me.
Emperor Penguin – ‘Soak Up the Gravy’ (2020)
Unique and exciting, Emperor Penguin’s ‘Soak Up the Gravy’ is an album that offers something for everybody.
Chicago, “Along Comes a Woman” from ‘Chicago 17’ (1984): Saturdays in the Park
“Along Comes a Woman” is another incredible convergence of talent and musical skill between David Foster and Chicago. Unfortunately, change loomed.
State Cows – ‘Challenges’ (2019)
State Cows, often referred to as yacht rock, is an example of why musical labels are such a disservice.
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.’
