The Bright Spots in George Harrison’s Troubled ‘Dark Horse’ Era
‘Dark Horse’ and its subsequent tour arrived 50 years ago amid a period of conflict and uncertainty for George Harrison. But there were bright spots.
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Bernie Chiaravalle, Fernando Perdomo + Others: Preston Frazier’s 2024 Best of Rock
Preston Frazier shares his favorites from Bernie Chiaravalle and Fernando Perdomo to Alex E. Chavez and Parlor Greens on this list of the Best of 2024 in Rock.
Why the Rolling Stones’ Harrowing ‘Gimme Shelter’ is Still Revealing New Depths
Issued 55 years ago on ‘Let It Bleed,’ the Rolling Stones’ “Gimme Shelter” has a narrative so involving that it even drew in a non-lyrics guy like me.
Coincidence – ‘Coincidence,’ ‘Clef de Ciel’ + ‘Archives 1973-1974’ (2024)
“Jazz-rock” often implies nothing more than clever technique, but Coincidence cross-pollinates with moments of great prog – and that’s even better.
Why Pink Floyd’s ‘The Endless River’ Provided a Perfect Ending
Released 10 years ago this week, Pink Floyd’s determinedly uncommercial ‘The Endless River’ reminded us just how fantastically weird they once were.
The ‘Sheer Heart Attack’ Song That Confirmed Queen’s Metallic Genius
Released 50 years ago today, Queen’s ‘Sheer Heart Attack’ featured a track that was nearly a decade before its time.
The ‘Wildflowers’ Track That Pointed to Tom Petty’s More Mature Path
Released 30 years ago this week, Tom Petty’s complex and satisfying ‘Wildflowers’ is a place we still like to go from time to time.
The Five Must-Have Songs For Your Halloween Playlist
Stuck for a Halloween playlist to help while away the minutes between tonight’s zombie apocalypses? Start here.
Andrew Gabbard – ‘Ramble and Rave On’ (2024)
An unobstructed view of Black Keys touring member Andrew Gabbard’s musical vision, ‘Ramble and Rave On’ deftly blends storytelling, melody, and musical fun.
Why King Crimson’s Biggest Hit LP Was ‘So Fully Formed, But Also So Unusual’
Released 55 years ago, King Crimson’s ‘In the Court of the Crimson King’ offered a dark burst of seminal progressive rock that presupposed a new rock trend.
