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A World of Their Own: How 'Aja' Changed Everything For Steely Dan

A World of Their Own: How ‘Aja’ Changed Everything For Steely Dan

Steely Dan signaled a shift in direction 45 years ago today with the release of ‘Aja,’ a finely tuned lyrical and musical triumph.

How Bruce Hornsby and the Range Went Out on a High Note

How Bruce Hornsby and the Range Went Out on a High Note

Bruce Hornsby had already put out two LPs credited with the Range before he finally released a proper group album. “Another Day” showed what they could do.

Pink Floyd - 'Animals: 2018 Remix' (2022)

Pink Floyd – ‘Animals: 2018 Remix’ (2022)

A remix reminds us why classic LPs like Pink Floyd’s ‘Animals’ – which burned prog-rock fire in the midst of a punk explosion – still deserve our attention.

How Yes Pushed Themselves to the Limit on 'Close to the Edge'

How Yes Pushed Themselves to the Limit on ‘Close to the Edge’

Released 50 years ago today, ‘Close to the Edge’ represented a dramatic furthering of Yes’ creative process. They’d lose one member along the way.

How 'Chicago XI' Ended More Than One Era: Gimme Five

How ‘Chicago XI’ Ended More Than One Era: Gimme Five

Even 45 years later, ‘Chicago XI’ isn’t their best-loved original-lineup album. Yet, for better or worse, it remains one of the most memorable of the era.

Fruupp - 'Masquerading With Dawn' (2022)

Fruupp – ‘Masquerading With Dawn’ (2022)

‘Masquerading With Dawn’ is definitive proof that a few music aficionados and die-hard Fruupp fans can do something that’s just really cool.

The Song That Made Pink Floyd's 'Momentary Lapse of Reason' Worthwhile

The Song That Made Pink Floyd’s ‘Momentary Lapse of Reason’ Worthwhile

Pink Floyd’s dream-like “Yet Another Movie” is a rare high point from the transitional ‘Momentary Lapse of Reason,’ released 35 years ago today.

On the Trail of Everything Bob Mould Ever Released With Sugar

On the Trail of Everything Bob Mould Ever Released With Sugar

Bob Mould’s post-Husker Du band Sugar debuted 30 years ago today with ‘Copper Blue,’ then soon vanished. Here’s where to find everything they recorded.

Frank Zappa's Universe via 'Joe's Garage': Act III

Frank Zappa’s Universe via ‘Joe’s Garage’: Act III

This concludes Mick Raubenheimer’s series examining ‘Joe Garage,’ the three-part rock opera released by Frank Zappa in September and November 1979.

Toto's David Paich on His Solo Debut, 'Forgotten Toys': Something Else! Interview

Toto’s David Paich on His Solo Debut, ‘Forgotten Toys’: Something Else! Interview

David Paich joins Preston Frazier to discuss his debut solo EP ‘Forgotten Toys,’ as well as key deep cuts from his legendary Toto discography.