The Smithereens Created a Stone Cold Pop-Rock Classic With ’11’
Released 30 years ago this month, the Smithereens’ ’11’ is defined by haystacks of penetrating hooks and in-the-pocket musicianship.
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Lolas – ‘A Dozen or Seven Tapestries’ (2019)
Lolas’ ‘A Dozen or Seven Tapestries’ is a new benchmark by which all power-pop albums should be measured.
The Embryos – ‘Open the Kimono +3’ (2019)
The Embryos’ ‘Open The Kimono +3’ is a must-have studio project for those who enjoy inventive yet obtainable pop-rock songs.
Jeremy – ‘Pop Overflow’ (2019)
‘Pop Overflow’ is perhaps Jeremy’s most fully-realized album to date – and that’s quite a statement.
The Lunar Laugh – ‘Goodnight Noises Everywhere’ (2019)
The Lunar Laugh are typically dubbed a power-pop act, but ‘Goodnight Noises Everywhere’ doesn’t restrict itself to any one style.
The Junior League – ‘Adventureland’ (2019)
The Junior League’s ‘Adventureland’ reels and rumbles with high-octane pop rock that gets the blood boiling and the butt shaking.
Ray Paul – ‘Bloody Rubbish: The Best & Some of the Rest’ (2019)
A power-pop forefather, Ray Paul has been plying grand goods since the ’70s – and he continues to make vital music.
Hue Gower – ‘Guitarophilia’ (1984; 2018 reissue)
Huw Gower’s commitment to the sound and style of his former band the Records rings loud and clear on the newly reissued ‘Guitarophilia.’
Eric Carmen – ‘Eric Carmen’ (1975): On Second Thought
Wearing his heart and influences on his sleeve, Eric Carmen created a cherished debut album that was true to his soul.
Material Issue – Telecommando Americano (1997): On Second Thought
Material Issue’s ‘Telecommando Americano’ was completed early in 1996, but wasn’t released until after Jim Ellison took his life – making for a rather bittersweet affair.
