Tom Waits Challenged Our Preconceived Notions (Again) With ‘Glitter and Doom Live’
Ten years ago this week, Tom Waits documented a tour filled with the music of clattery proto-jug bands, shimmery jazz ensembles, and randy blues hucksters.
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Returning to U2’s ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb,’ Over Lunch
Some thought U2 was washed up when they released ‘How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb’ 15 years ago today. Let’s dig in.
‘Presto’ Proved That Everything I Thought About Rush, and Fate, Was Wrong
Rush’s ‘Presto’ arrived 30 years ago today, setting off a chain reaction that would change my life forever.
Bob Dylan, ‘The Bootleg Series Vol. 15: Travelin’ Thru, 1967-1969′ (2019)
Bob Dylan’s recordings in Nashville were a radical, almost reactionary departure for many reasons.
Paul McCartney’s ‘Good Evening New York City’ Was Unexpectedly Relevant
The latest in a parade of Paul McCartney live projects arrived 10 years ago today with some memorable surprises.
Doobie Brothers’ “Angels of Madness,” “You Just Can’t Stop It” + Others: Deep Cuts
We’ll probably never hear these at a Doobie Brothers concert – but they still deserve attention.
Neal Morse Did It All (Again) on ‘Songs from November’
Five years ago, Neal Morse blended every element of his muse into one all-encompassing solo triumph.
Eric Burdon and the Animals’ Self-Titled Debut Was a Dark, Dirty Triumph
Rugged and robust, ‘The Animals’ arrived 55 years ago this month as a textbook study of the original wave of English blues rock.
Marshmallow Overcoat, “Wait For Her” (2019): One Track Mind
Marshmallow Overcoat have been keeping the spirit of psychedelic garage rock alive for 30-odd years.
How Bryan Adams Finally Put It All Together With ‘Reckless’
Something special happened to Bryan Adams 35 years ago this week. Actually – two special things.
