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Boz Scaggs on ‘Memphis,’ and singing vs. playing: Something Else! Interview

Having just released one of his very best albums, Boz Scaggs discussed a new-found sense of determination and joy after a lay off in the 1980s.

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Mike Oldfield, of ‘Tubular Bells’ fame: Something Else! Interview

Mike Oldfield earned credit, or blame, for the new age movement that followed 1973’s ‘Tubular Bells.’ Then a dance-oriented sequel blew that notion to bits.

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Something Else! Interview: Bob Gonzalez and Don Baskin of the Syndicate of Sound

The Syndicate of Sound, a garage-rock band from San Jose, California, was best known for their No. 8 1966 hit “Little Girl.” They also charted with “Rumors” (No. 55 in 1966) and with “Brown Paper Bag” (No. 73 in 1970) before initially breaking up. You May Also Like: Tony DeRead More

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‘It turned into some decent music’: Tony Levin kept David Bowie’s secret while at work on the amazing new Stick Men release

A first-call bassist boasting appearances on more than 500 albums, Tony Levin is giving nothing away to age, even as he approaches his 67th birthday. You May Also Like: Tony Levin on King Crimson, Stick Men and Photographing It All: Something Else! Interview

Frans Krassenburg of the Golden Earrings: Something Else! Interview

Frans Krassenburg of the Golden Earrings: Something Else! Interview

Best known for later hits like “Radar Love” and “Twilight Zone,” the Golden Earrings began as a pop band led by Frans Krassenburg, dropping the “s” in 1969.

Jimmy Walker of the Knickerbockers and the Righteous Brothers: Something Else! Interview

Jimmy Walker of the Knickerbockers and the Righteous Brothers: Something Else! Interview

We caught up with Jimmy Walker to discuss his stints with both the Knickerbockers and the Righteous Brothers, and other favorite memories from the 1960s.

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‘I’ve only got myself to argue with now’: Jon Anderson is at peace, even as Yes begins latest tour without him

As Yes prepares to kick off a new tour featuring performances of three classic albums, departed co-founding frontman Jon Anderson wonders what might have been. See, he was the one who first floated the concept. You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Steven Wilson on Classic ’70s sounds, Prog’s Rebirth and His Amazing New Album: Something Else! Interview

Steven Wilson talks plenty about 2013’s ‘The Raven That Refused to Sing (And Other Stories),’ and also about the dangers of performing barefoot.

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Something Else! Interview: John Payne of John Payne Featuring Asia

How busy is John Payne, and his band Asia Featuring John Payne? Here’s his 2013 schedule: “More videos, more singles, the album release, weekend warrior dates and perhaps a fanfest spectacular with ex-members in Vegas this summer.” You May Also Like: No related posts.

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Justin Hayward of the Moody Blues: Something Else! Interview

Justin Hayward, songwriter and lead singer with the Moody Blues, takes a rare turn away from the band with the release later this month of Spirits of the Western Sky, his first solo effort since 1996’s The View From The Hill. You May Also Like: Moody Blues’ Ray Thomas (1941-2018):Read More