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The Bittersweetness of Elton John and Leon Russell's 'The Union'

The Bittersweetness of Elton John and Leon Russell’s ‘The Union’

Released 15 years ago this week, Elton John and Leon Russell’s fiesty collaboration ‘The Union’ was an often-loud record with its share of quiet truths.

Vernon Reid - 'Hoodoo Telemetry' (2025)

Vernon Reid – ‘Hoodoo Telemetry’ (2025)

‘Hoodoo Telemetry’ insists we pay attention – not just to Vernon Reid’s dazzling guitar, but to the histories and contradictions it carries.

How Warren Zevon Found Drunken Brilliance With Hindu Love Gods

How Warren Zevon Found Drunken Brilliance With Hindu Love Gods

Released 35 years ago today, Warren Zevon’s one-off collaboration with members of R.E.M. was filled with comfy cover tunes. One of them stood out.

Fernando Perdomo - 'Waves 10' (2025): Gimme Five

Fernando Perdomo – ‘Waves 10’ (2025): Gimme Five

Fernando Perdomo’s year-long ‘Waves’ series reaches the 100-song milestone, and a bit of a quandary.

Elton John's Unfairly Criticized 'Rock of the Westies' Deserves Another Listen

Elton John’s Unfairly Criticized ‘Rock of the Westies’ Deserves Another Listen

Economic and simple, Elton John’s ‘Rock of the Westies’ arrived 50 years ago this month to mixed reviews. In hindsight, however, it’s a fine collection.

Steve Porcaro - 'The Very Day' (2025)

Steve Porcaro – ‘The Very Day’ (2025)

A bold and deeply personal statement, ‘The Very Day’ highlights Toto alum Steve Porcaro’s mastery as a songwriter while refusing to be confined by expectations.

Steve Porcaro with Jude Cole, "2x Lover" (2025): One Track Mind

Steve Porcaro with Jude Cole, “2x Lover” (2025): One Track Mind

Written by Steve Porcaro and Jude Cole, “2x Lover” is a showcase not only for their songwriting but also a powerful reminder of Porcaro’s producer skills.

Why Pink Floyd's 'Wish You Were Here' Never Got a Fair Shake

Why Pink Floyd’s ‘Wish You Were Here’ Never Got a Fair Shake

Pink Floyd released ‘Wish You Were Here’ 50 years ago today. It’s been perpetually underrated ever since.

How the Rolling Stones Got Their Mojo Back With 'A Bigger Bang'

How the Rolling Stones Got Their Mojo Back With ‘A Bigger Bang’

The Rolling Stones accomplished something 20 years ago today that hadn’t happened in a quarter century: They put out a good record.

Ambient Den - 'Ambient Den' (2025)

Ambient Den – ‘Ambient Den’ (2025)

Ambient Den is a well-crafted, superbly written and excellently played slice of progressive rock from Ben Craven.