Steve Rothery Credits Rabid Fanbase for Marillion’s Successes: ‘We Were Never Darlings of the Media’
Marillion was touring behind a well-received album, though you’d hardly know it based on radio airplay – even in their native England.
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Deep Purple – Live in Paris: 1975 (2013)
Capturing the last concert from Deep Purple’s Mk III lineup, as Ritchie Blackmore subsequently left to form Rainbow, Live in Paris: 1975 also works as another glimpse into the brilliance of the recently deceased Jon Lord. You May Also Like: Ian Gillan on Deep Purple’s legendary lineup changes: ‘Our careerRead More
‘No one else has ever done it’: Still at work on new album, Adrian Belew hints at breakthroughs to come
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Cr_cB8-NVU&w=500&h=305] A shift in technology has helped King Crimson guitarist Adrian Belew redesign the way he plays guitar. He gave a preview of a forthcoming solo project, and talked about his new computerized rig You May Also Like: Adrian Belew’s ‘Side One’ Was a Journey Through His Rich MusicalRead More
Huw Lloyd-Langton – Rare and Unreleased Anthology (2013)
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GM78irSUutg&w=500&h=305] Plucking gems from 1971-2012 by late Hawkwind alum Huw Lloyd-Langton, this new two-disc release is highlighted by 11 early solo acoustic recordings, six new instrumental tracks, and a previously unreleased Hawkwind redo from 1999. You May Also Like: Bill Lloyd – Feeling the Elephant (1987): Forgotten Series HueRead More
Renaissance with Ian Anderson, “Cry to the World” from ‘Grandine il Vento’ (2013): One Track Mind
Released just after the death of Michael Dunford, Renaissance’s “Cry to the World” is as gorgeous as I expected it to be sad.
Are Yes’ ever-shifting lineups hurting its Hall of Fame chances?: ‘It would have to be with everybody’
Does Yes’ apparent inability to earn induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame have something to do with how many members have passed through its lineup over the years? Stalwart Chris Squire thinks that just might be it. You May Also Like: Rock and Roll Hall of FameRead More
Adam De Lucia – Hypnotist (2013)
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCfLn1yaw4g&w=500&h=305] Intrepid guitarist Adam De Lucia seeks to create electronic accompaniment that sounds downright human – and he largely succeeds on Hypnotist. You May Also Like: John McLaughlin – Black Light (2015) Adam Hopkins – ‘Crickets’ (2018) Adam Steffeck – Aviator (2017)
Martin Barre on playing second fiddle to a flute: ‘I’m sort of like the George Harrison of Jethro Tull’
Guitarist Martin Barre might be the most underrated member of any legacy progressive-rock group. Not only has he played a key role in some of Jethro Tull’s signature moments, he is — other than Ian Anderson — the band’s longest-tenured member. You May Also Like: Martin Barre – ’50 YearsRead More
Steven Wilson – The Raven That Refused to Sing [And Other Stories] (2013)
Ambitious, connective and simply unforgettable, The Raven is not just Steven Wilson’s best solo album to date, it rivals his career-making work on Porcupine Tree’s 2002 triumph In Absentia You May Also Like: Steven Wilson – 4 ½ (2016)
‘You get an instant feeling to sing’: Jon Anderson talks about his remarkable post-Yes resurgence
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8nyL5ksJqs&w=500&h=305] Four years ago, Jon Anderson was in the midst of a series of medical crises. You’d never know it these days, as the ex-Yes vocalist has emerged on a creative jag unseen across his legendary career. You May Also Like: The Solo Song Where Jon Anderson Finally ReclaimedRead More
