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'Cold War Country,' by Joseph M. Thompson: Books

‘Cold War Country,’ by Joseph M. Thompson: Books

Joseph M. Thompson explores successful business arrangements with the military that continue to have a strong impact on the country music we hear today.

Acknowledging an Influence? Or Grounds for a Lawsuit?

Acknowledging an Influence? Or Grounds for a Lawsuit?

“Greensleeves” has disappeared from the end of the Beatles’ “All You Need Is Love” – and that’s just the beginning.

Dickey Betts' Star Rose as the Allman Brothers Band Grieved

Dickey Betts’ Star Rose as the Allman Brothers Band Grieved

I saw Dickey Betts during a unique era for the Allman Brothers Band: Duane Allman was gone but bassist Berry Oakley was still alive.

'Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon,' by Joel Selvin (2024): Books

‘Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon,’ by Joel Selvin (2024): Books

Jim Gordon’s accomplishments are often overlooked, even by knowledgeable listeners. In his well-researched and thoughtful biography ‘Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon,’ Joel Selvin changes that.

Robby Krieger - 'Robby Krieger and the Soul Savages' (2024)

Robby Krieger – ‘Robby Krieger and the Soul Savages’ (2024)

‘Robby Krieger and the Soul Savages’ is music for old souls — for those who remember when rock musicians played real instruments.

Art Pepper – 'Smack Up' (1960; 2024 reissue)

Art Pepper – ‘Smack Up’ (1960; 2024 reissue)

Craft Recordings’ new vinyl pressing of ‘Smack Up’ is flawless, a term that also describes this music from the late alto saxophonist Art Pepper.

Why Deelee Dube's 'Trying Times' Remains Such a Comfort

Why Deelee Dube’s ‘Trying Times’ Remains Such a Comfort

Relaxed yet articulate, it’s easy to see why Deelee Dube is the first European to win the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition.

Norman Lear Would Change Modern TV, But First He Came to Iowa

Norman Lear Would Change Modern TV, But First He Came to Iowa

I have been struck by how long the accolades have continued after the passing of Norman Lear. It made me realize that I have a story, too.

'Hot House: The Complete Jazz at Massey Hall Recordings' (2023)

‘Hot House: The Complete Jazz at Massey Hall Recordings’ (2023)

How a ’50s-era recording of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie helped pave the way for updated songs like the Beatles’ “Now and Then.”

Wes Montgomery – 'The Complete Full House Recordings' (2023)

Wes Montgomery – ‘The Complete Full House Recordings’ (2023)

‘The Complete Full House Recordings’ finds Wes Montgomery in a small group setting where nothing distracts from his creative yet accessible style.