A very focused memoir of a singular year in Robyn Hitchcock’s early life provides Ian Koss with insight on basement Happenings and more.

The Clearwater Jazz Holiday returned to their traditional home of Coachman Park and a brand new concert facility, The Sound. Bob Pomeroy spent the October weekend grooving to old, often surprising favorites and discovering some new, talented characters.

Tré Burt performs at Mission Creek Festival on his Sweet Misery Tour before heading overseas for an EU headlining tour. Review by Jeremy Glazier.

Eddie Van Halen was a gifted golden guitar god. His talent - immeasurable. His catalog of music - impeccable. And his legacy will live forever.

Origins, Vol. 2 (Entertainment One (eOne)). Review by Christopher Long.

Rollercoaster. Review by Stacey Zering.

Altar of Harmony (Third Man Records). Review by James Mann.

Black Top Run (Provogue/Mascot Label Group). Review by Michelle Wilson.

Guitarist Juewett Bostick opens up about his new album Shades of Blu and his musical journey.

The Ninth Trip (Riding Easy). Review by Carl F. Gauze.

Sunshine Blues (Lakehouse Records). Review by Michelle Wilson.

Tales From The West. Review by Michelle Wilson.

Paul Rodgers, Jeff Beck and Ann Wilson unleashed a potent triple bill for the last night of their Stars Align Tour in Tampa. Michelle Wilson was there to rock out with the 70s superstars.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Beth Hart offered a healthy serving of blues in Orlando, and Michelle Wilson was there to savor the sweet experience.

Vanished Gardens (Blue Note ). Review by James Mann.

Barry Goldberg reminisces about his lengthy career in the music biz during an interview with Michelle Wilson, a career that is still thriving.

Norway has a thriving jazz scene fueled by an obsession with innovation and generous support for the arts. Let’s take a look at three recent releases that explore the range of new sounds from Norway.

NRBQ (www.omnivorerecordings.com). Review by James Mann.

Peoria’s power-pop purveyors teleport coast-to-coast on extensive U.S. “Invasion” tour.

Trouble & Whiskey ( American Showplace Music). Review by Michelle Wilson.