Vinny Peculiar – ‘How I Learned to Love the Freaks’ (2023)
With ‘How I Learned to Love the Freaks,’ Vinny Peculiar emerges from the hazy smoke of late-’60s youth counter-culture with a clever psych-rock album.
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How Jon Anderson Faced Down Threat of Gunfire at a Yes Show in Argentina
Yes scored a No. 1 hit single 40 years ago, prompting a lengthy, hugely successful international tour. Then they reached Argentina.
Part of Neil Young’s Creative Process Was Ignoring Bob Dylan
Neil Young memorably tipped his hat to Bob Dylan two decades ago on ‘Greendale,’ but only after years of staying far away from his work.
Pink Floyd Engineer Alan Parsons Had the Perfect ‘Wizard of Oz’ Quip
It’s unclear whether Roger Waters’ pending remake of the Pink Floyd classic ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ will once again sync up with ‘The Wizard of Oz.’
Ever Wonder How David Byrne Fit Inside That Giant Talking Heads Suit?
David Byrne’s suit became a defining image from the Talking Heads’ ‘Stop Making Sense’ – and a key element in the clip announcing the film’s new re-release.
John Wetton, Jonny Greenwood, Downes Braide Association + Others: Five for the Road
John Wetton, Jonny Greenwood and Downes Braide Association headline this edition of Five for the Road, an occasional look at music that’s been in my car lately.
Reevaluating Bruce Springsteen’s ‘The Wild, the Innocent and the E Street Shuffle’
Record buyers stayed away in droves when Bruce Springsteen’s sophomore LP arrived 50 years ago today. Here’s why it’s actually one of rock’s perfect albums.
Soft Machine – ‘Other Doors’ (2023)
Soft Machine is a living musical equation that continues to evolve, while cradling a nest in the cathedral melodies of Canterbury city.
Why Warren Zevon Shouldn’t Only Be Remembered For a Novelty Single
By the time Warren Zevon died 20 years ago today, he’d created a discography that transcended “Werewolves of London.” Here’s a look back at five gems.
How Lindsey Buckingham Balanced It All on the Underrated ‘Gift of Screws’
Released 15 years ago this month, ‘Gift of Screws’ pulled together all of Lindsey Buckingham’s considerable strengths without going overboard on his quirks.
