Why ‘Abandoned Luncheonette’ Is Still the Best Hall and Oates Album
Best described as “acoustic soul,” Hall and Oates’ underrated ‘Abandoned Luncheonette” arrived 50 years ago today.
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For ELO’s Jeff Lynne, Meeting George Harrison ‘Was Like a Dream Come True’
Rock’s most unexpected supergroup debuted 35 years ago today, after George Harrison asked Jeff Lynne: “Do you fancy doing some songs with me?”
Adam Lambert’s Favorite Queen Song Might Surprise You
Queen is set for another run through North America with Adam Lambert, kicking off Wednesday night in Baltimore and continuing through November.
Terry Kirkman’s Legend Was Bigger Than the Association’s ‘Cherish’
The Association’s chart-topping “Cherish” was the epitome of the romantic pop ballad, but Terry Kirkman wrote far more – and far more interesting – songs.
Yes, That’s Stephen Stills on One of the Bee Gees’ Biggest Hit Singles
Stephen Stills’ only platinum song performance wasn’t on Buffalo Springfield’s “For What It’s Worth,” nor his own “Love the One You’re With.”
John Wetton, Jonny Greenwood, Downes Braide Association + Others: Five for the Road
John Wetton, Jonny Greenwood and Downes Braide Association headline this edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Why Warren Zevon Shouldn’t Only Be Remembered For a Novelty Single
By the time Warren Zevon died 20 years ago today, he’d created a discography that transcended “Werewolves of London.” Here’s a look back at five gems.
How Citizen K’s ‘III’ Defined the Pop Rock Genius of Klas Qvist
Fans of bands rooted in Beatlemania will find a lot to love in the clever grooves of the late Klas Qvist’s ‘Citizen K III.’
Rob Meany on ‘Beautiful Circles’ and the Evolution of Terramara: Something Else! Sitdown
Rob Meany joins Preston Frazier to discuss Terramara’s new single, “Beautiful Circles,” Terramara’s trio of earlier albums and his offbeat solo project, ‘Ferris Wheels Unbound.’
Rickie Lee Jones, Alexis Evans, Shawn Maxwell + Others: Five for the Road
Rickie Lee Jones, Alexis Evans, Shawn Maxwell and others are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
