How the Kinks’ ‘Kronikles’ Put Their Towering Late-’60s Era in Perspective
Released 50 years ago today, the Kinks’ ‘Kronikles’ focused on a period governed by astute and imaginative lyrics, and melodies rich with color and mobility.
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Apocalypse – ‘The Castle’ (2022)
Reel-to-reel tapes containing this nearly lost ’70s-era gem from Chicago-based Apocalypse were recently found by Michael Salvatori in his attic.
Terry Carolan, of Just Boys and True Hearts: Something Else! Interview
Terry Carolan has been an unstoppable force on the alternative-music scene since the early ’70s.
‘The Beatles and India’ (2022): Movies
‘The Beatles and India’ provides a fresh perspective on a seemingly well-known topic, and will inspire fans to dig deeper into a transformative period.
How Jethro Tull’s Prog Parody ‘Thick As a Brick’ Instead Became a Prog Classic
Jethro Tull was trying to create a pomposity-popping prog-rock caricature. What they ended up with 50 years ago today was a triumph of the form.
Five Spiritual, Defiant, Soaring Moments From Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Wrecking Ball’
Bruce Springsteen returned 10 years ago this week with a challenging album that reflected the injustices intrinsic to our recent history.
Tom Shotton – ‘Forever Home’ (2021)
Tom Shotton’s 10-track debut sounds like Billy Joel interacting with Rupert Holmes, supported by occasional input from Steely Dan.
Joe Bailey – ‘Devil in the White City’ (2022)
Neo-progressive rocker Joe Bailey continues his take-no-prisoners charge ahead with this self-produced and engineered concept album of eight songs.
Thrift Store Halo – ‘Enemies With Benefits’ EP (2022)
‘Enemies With Benefits’ projects a great sound and feel, with a trio of Thift Store Halo tunes primed to make your day.
How Journey Ended Its Underrated First Era With ‘Next’
Released 45 years ago this month, the powerful and pleasantly pompous ‘Next’ is Journey’s best pre-Steve Perry album.
