Michael McDermott – Willow Springs (2016)
‘Willow Springs’ is honestly more of the same from Michael McDermott – but that’s definitely a good thing.
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Chicago, “I’m a Man” from Chicago Transit Authority (1969): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago swung for the fences repeatedly on this first album, and that included taking on a popular rock song – perhaps the height of hubris for a new band.
Yes, “Siberian Khatru” from Close to the Edge (1972): YESterdays
Like its album mates on ‘Close to the Edge,’ Yes’ “Siberian Khatru” can hardly be called your typical rock fare.
Ben Craven on streaming’s impact, working with Captain Kirk, and his terrific new album
Australia-based progressive rocker Ben Craven joins Preston Frazier for a Something Else! interview.
Toto, “It’s a Feeling” from Toto IV (1982): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s “It’s a Feeling” could just as easily be talking about a changing relationship or Steve Porcaro’s place in the band he cofounded.
Yes, “And You and I” from ‘Close to the Edge’ (1972): YESterdays
The opening title track on ‘Close to the Edge’ is longer, but “And You and I” may truly be Yes at the peak of its powers.
Chicago, “Questions 67 and 68” (1969): Saturdays in the Park
“Questions 67 & 68,” from 1969’s ‘Chicago Transit Authority,’ is an early glimpse into the genius that is Robert Lamm.
George Walker Petit, jazz guitarist and producer: Something Else! Interview
George Walker Petit joined Preston Frazier for a Something Else! Sitdown to discuss his journey to ‘Emergence.’
Jake Hertzog – Well Lit Shadow (2016)
Jake Hertzog’s ‘Well Lit Shadow’ is perfectly cast, as it delivers the unexpected and leaves the listener aching to hear more.
Yes, “Close to the Edge” from Close to the Edge (1972): YESterdays
A high water mark for Yes, the title track from 1972’s ‘Close to the Edge’ was the result of a slightly different approach.
