How Robbie Robertson Changed Bob Dylan Forever
Bob Dylan has played with a lot of electric guitarists. Fine players, all. One stands alone, however, in this long musical history: Robbie Robertson.
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William the Conqueror – ‘Excuse Me While I Vanish’ (2023)
With ‘Excuse Me While I Vanish,’ William the Conqueror has created a red-hot guitar sermon with good old-fashioned rock-trio insight.
How the Allman Brothers Band Rebounded Despite Crushing Loss
Released 50 years ago this month, ‘Brothers and Sisters’ found the Allman Brothers Band recommitting to the group dynamic during a period of emotional turmoil.
How the Pixies Changed Everything With ‘Surfer Rosa’
The Pixies’ seminal ‘Surfer Rosa’ revived rock music 35 years ago with a sound that was somehow both chaotic and cohesive.
Metallica, Avatar, Delain, Winger, Nita Strauss + Others: Best of 2023 Metal Albums (So Far)
I wanted to offer up some quick thoughts on my favorite records of the first half of 2023 because it has been a strong year.
Frank Zappa – ‘Funky Nothingness’ (2023)
“Funky Nothingness’ is not to be missed by Frank Zappa fans, particularly those fascinated by the arcs of his compositional and soloing evolution.
Steve Lukather on ‘Bridges,’ Toto’s Next Era and Remaining an All-Starr
In an exclusive interview, Toto’s Steve Lukather describes how long-time bandmate Ringo Starr helped him through the darkest days of the lockdown era.
Why Black Sabbath Went Out on a High Note With ’13’
Black Sabbath called it a career 10 years ago with ’13,’ an album that mixed and matched sounds from every one of their classic eras.
Steve Lukather – ‘Bridges’ (2023)
With a little help from his friends in Toto, Steve Lukather has produced one of the best solo works of his stellar career.
Metallica’s ‘St. Anger’ Was Always Much Better Than They Said
Metallica divided its fanbase 20 years ago with ‘St. Anger.’ But if you give the LP an honest second chance, it might offer surprising new revelations.
