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Why 'Draw the Line' Signaled the End of Aerosmith's Blazing First Era

Why ‘Draw the Line’ Signaled the End of Aerosmith’s Blazing First Era

Aerosmith was on an undeniable roll after issuing ‘Toys in the Attic’ and then ‘Rocks.’ All of it came to a crashing halt 45 years ago today.

Storm Thorgerson and the Art of Musical Visualization

Storm Thorgerson and the Art of Musical Visualization

Here’s an archival interview with Storm Thorgerson, the visual giant who designed classic album covers for Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin and others.

Cymbolic Encounters - 'Overexposure' (2022)

Cymbolic Encounters – ‘Overexposure’ (2022)

Mark Murdock’s ‘Overexposure’ is a departure from the last Cymbolic Encounters LP, which enlisted the talents of John Goodsall and Percy Jones from Brand X.

In Defense of the Long-Ignored Yes Album 'Open Your Eyes'

In Defense of the Long-Ignored Yes Album ‘Open Your Eyes’

Released 25 years ago this week, ‘Open Your Eyes’ ended up as one of Yes’ late-period orphans. It’s time to open your ears.

Steely Dan's 'Can't Buy a Thrill': Five Great Songs You Might Not Know

Steely Dan’s ‘Can’t Buy a Thrill’: Five Great Songs You Might Not Know

Steely Dan burst onto the music scene 50 years ago this month with their platinum-selling debut. Here’s a deeper dive into ‘Can’t Buy a Thrill.’

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Deborah Holland, of Animal Logic: Something Else! Interview

Deborah Holland discusses how she reunited with Stanley Clarke and Stewart Copeland to create long-awaited new music – and what’s next for Animal Logic.

Animal Logic, "Can You Tell Me" (2022): One Track Mind

Animal Logic, “Can You Tell Me” (2022): One Track Mind

Animal Logic’s “Can You Tell Me” is an effective tease of things to come, and a welcome return from Deborah Holland, Stanley Clarke and Stewart Copeland.

How 'Fresh' Crowned the Raspberries as Power Pop's Forefathers

How ‘Fresh’ Crowned the Raspberries as Power Pop’s Forefathers

Issued 50 years ago this week, ‘Fresh’ lived up to its title as Eric Carmen and the Raspberries balanced radio-ready pop with muscled rock reflexes.

In Defense of the Often-Overlooked Mott the Hoople

In Defense of the Often-Overlooked Mott the Hoople

Mott the Hoople deserves wider fame for their eclectic mix of Dylan-esque folk rock, glam leanings, prog-type forays, proto punk/metal and rock ‘n’ roll.

Snakecharmer - 'Anthology' (2022)

Snakecharmer – ‘Anthology’ (2022)

Appealing to lovers of ‘No Smoke Without Fire’-era Wishbone Ash, Snakecharmer produced plenty of twin-guitar ecstasy during their short tenure.