Toto, “Taint Your World” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays
Hard rocking songs from Toto are not uncommon, but “Taint You World” ups the game for a band with already high standards.
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Trevor Rabin, Nir Felder, Judith Owen + Others: Five For the Road
Trevor Rabin, Nir Felder, Judith Owen are part of the latest edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Chicago, “Look Away” from ‘Chicago 19’ (1988): Saturdays in the Park
Producer Ron Nevison takes over for Bill Champlin’s “Look Away,” a faceless smash single from a forgettable Chicago album.
Yes, “Into the Storm” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
This melodically pulsating, accessible yet clearly progressive song incorporates the strength of each Yes man, but doesn’t try to recreate the past.
Yes, “Don’t Take No For an Answer” from ‘Fly From Here: Return Trip’ (2018): YESterdays
Yes included a completely new song when they returned to ‘Fly From Here’ in 2018, but I wouldn’t recommend buying it just for “Don’t Take No For an Answer.”
William Shatner and Canned Heat, “Let’s Work Together” (2020): One Track Mind
Canned Heat creates a swampy vibe again on “Let’s Work Together” while William Shatner does a competent sing-speak to create some good, joyous fun.
Toto, “Hooked” from ‘Falling in Between’ (2006): Toto Tuesdays
Steve Porcaro’s programming and synth wizardry and Simon Phillips’ engineering are what makes this weird yet enjoyable Toto song so interesting.
Rick Wakeman, Brownout, David Sancious + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 (So Far)
Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 (So Far) includes standout recordings from Rick Wakeman, Brownout, David Sancious, Nick Finzer, Susie Blue and others.
Yes, “Solitaire” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
Steve Howe’s playing and songwriting talents, highlighted on the solo feature “Solitaire,” helped make ‘Fly From Here’ the last truly great Yes album.
Little Feat Songs Featuring Paul Barrere: Gimme Five
Here’s a handful of the best moments from Paul Barrere, who ended up co-leading Little Feat for much longer than their celebrated original tenure with Lowell George.
