New Wave: Dare To Be Different
The Story of the Most Influential Radio Station in America
The Story of the Most Influential Radio Station in America
Bob Geldof shares his love of W.B. Yeats on A Fanatic Heart.
He’s simply the greatest. B.B. King: The Life of Riley tells the story and the struggle behind his life in the blues.
Elvis Costello hosts a hip rock and roll show on Sundance Channel; Carl F Gauze tries on his first pair of Buddy Holly glasses.
Julien Temple puts together a sweet requiem for Joe Strummer of The Clash.
A new book shows a good part of why the late singer/songwriter was so much more than “The token daughter and the token wife” she ironically declared herself in song. It’s not as good as a new Kirsty album, but what would be? Ben Varkentine’s got a personal stake in this one.
Stealing Fire (Rounder/True North). Review by Sean Slone.
Stealing Fire (Rounder/True North). Review by Sean Slone.
Stop All the World Now (Epic). Review by Andrew Ellis.
The Essential Willie Nelson (Columbia/Legacy). Review by James Mann.
Tony Bennett – crooner, icon and last man standing. Ben Varkentine (and this DVD) explain why this true American idol is still relevant.
Today’s Smmoth Jazz Roundup is a collection of short reviews of easy-to-listen-to jazz.
In Perfect Harmony: The Lost Album (Jazz Detective). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
The Mighty Warriors: Live in Antwerp (Elemental Music). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
40 years on, Michael Gira and Swans continue to bring a ritualistic experience that needs to be heard in order to be believed. Featured photo by Reese Cann.
The biggest astronomical event of the decade coincides with a long overdue trip to Austin, Texas.
Sofia and Louise have just graduated nursing school. They have no idea what they’ve signed up for.
At the Showcase: Live in Chicago 1976/1977 (Jazz Detective). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
Atlantis Lullaby: The Concert in Avignon (Elemental Music). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
Hamilton, Ontario rap artist Cadence Weapon drops Rollercoaster (MNRK Music) today.
Shall I compare thee to an “Old Bronco”? Sure, if thou art The Bacon Brothers.