The Grand Undoing – ‘In a Vigil State’ (2020)
A true rock-pop-folk album, the Grand Undoing’s ‘In a Vigil State’ features honest songs that are both clever and melodic.
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How Bob Mould Tempered His Techno Edge on ‘Body of Song’
Released 15 years ago today, ‘Body of Song’ updated the excessive, naive electronics of ‘Modulate’ with the return of Bob Mould’s razor-sharp guitar.
William Shatner and Canned Heat, “Let’s Work Together” (2020): One Track Mind
Canned Heat creates a swampy vibe again on “Let’s Work Together” while William Shatner does a competent sing-speak to create some good, joyous fun.
Diamond Hands – ‘Diamond Hands’ (2006; 2020 reissue)
If you weren’t aware of the copyright date of ‘Diamond Hands,’ you could easily be hoodwinked into thinking it is a long lost George Harrison project.
Rick Wakeman and the English Rock Ensemble – ‘The Red Planet’ (2020)
Rick Wakeman’s ‘The Red Planet’ is a grand musical gesture that descends slowly on analog winds and is buoyed by a progressive rock ‘n’ roll parachute.
Alex Jordan – ‘The Subtle Exhibitionist’ (2020)
Alex Jordan’s ‘The Subtle Exhibitionist’ is a dazzling debut from an artist whose spirited music is primed to make a major impact.
Chicago, “I Stand Up” from ‘Chicago 19’ (1988): Saturdays in the Park
Artificial drum beats are all that prevent “I Stand Up” from fitting right into 1972’s ‘Chicago V’ or 1974’s ‘Chicago VII.’
Rick Wakeman, Brownout, David Sancious + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 (So Far)
Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 (So Far) includes standout recordings from Rick Wakeman, Brownout, David Sancious, Nick Finzer, Susie Blue and others.
Quincy – ’35 Years On’ (2020)
Quincy has returned with a highly enjoyable set of songs that rank as a sensible extension to the unfulfilled promise of their debut album.
Remembering Duane Allman’s Brushes with the Jazz World
The late Duane Allman actively sought to play and possibly record with the jazz cats he admired, but unfortunately time ran out.
