The latest in a parade of Paul McCartney live projects arrived 10 years ago today with some memorable surprises.

We’ll probably never hear these at a Doobie Brothers concert – but they still deserve attention.

Five years ago, Neal Morse blended every element of his muse into one all-encompassing solo 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 have been keeping the spirit of psychedelic garage rock alive for 30-odd years.

Something special happened to Bryan Adams 35 years ago this week. Actually – two special things.

‘In the Year 3073: Book I’ builds on the sonic foundation of Projekt Gemineye’s last album, while lyrically proceeding boldly onto the future.

Ex-Yes frontman Jon Anderson, who turned 75 this week, showed that he could still write stirring, conceptually epic pieces.

The post-Bill Berry R.E.M. seemed less solid in its artistic footing, making me wonder if the end was near.

Released 30 years ago this month, the Smithereens’ ’11’ is defined by haystacks of penetrating hooks and in-the-pocket musicianship.