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James Mann finds it hard to say goodbye to an American Genius, and recounts all the wonderful ways he said hello.
James Mann finds it hard to say goodbye to an American Genius, and recounts all the wonderful ways he said hello.
Tom Waits brought his Glitter and Doom tour to Atlanta, and James Mann lived to tell the tale. The boy is changed!
Jazz luminary Oscar Peterson has died at age 82 in Toronto. James Mann looks at the legendary pianist.
Our normally cheerful editor, James Mann , is cranky on the subject of public noise pollution masquerading as nostalgia.
Hunter S. Thompson took his life Sunday. James Mann shows what America and the world has lost.
So maybe it doesn’t all fall on the same calendar. It all still merits a mention, or so James Mann thinks.
What more can you say about Mike Watt, one of the most legendary figures ever to pick up the bass guitar? Better to let the man speak for himself – and that’s exactly what James Mann did.
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.
J-Horror classic Dark Water (2002) makes the skin crawl with an unease that lasts long after the film is over. Phil Bailey reviews the new Arrow Video release.