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After a near-50-year search, this week Christopher Long finally brings (back) home a well-cared-for used LP copy of Behind Closed Doors — the iconic 1973 breakout record from country music legend Charlie Rich — for three bucks.
Wicked Jaw (Captured Tracks Records). Review by Christopher Long.
This week, Christopher Long recounts the time he was blessed with a bounty of beautiful vintage LPs from a wonderful bygone era — a massive haul that included the instant crown jewel of his classic crooner collection: an original 1958 mono pressing of Tony’s Greatest Hits. And he got it ALL for FREE!
Florida garage sale geek Christopher Long recently located a “VG” condition vinyl copy of one of his all-time favorite LPs, Poems, Prayers & Promises, the 1971 breakout release from John Denver, for a buck. FAR OUT!
Too Late To Turn Back Now! (New West Records). Review by James Mann.
Brad Paisley rocks Morgantown, West Virginia in this combo CD/DVD release.
Judy Collins sings Sondheim as well as a few other pop favorites.
The Flip Is Another Honey (Snack Bar/Megaforce Records). Review by Tim Wardyn.
The Courage of Others (Bella Union Records). Review by Tim Wardyn.
The Genius Hits The Road (Concord Records). Review by Carl F Gauze.
Message From The People (Concord). Review by Carl F Gauze.
We Walked in Song (Badman Recording Co.). Review by Aaron Shaul.
Ghosts of the Great Highway (Re-Issue) (Caldo Verde). Review by Aaron Shaul.
It’s About Time (self-released). Review by Kyrby Raine.
Estranged (Heyday). Review by Matthew Moyer.
Estranged (Heyday). Review by Matthew Moyer.
Gravelled And Green (Nettwerk). Review by Kiran Aditham.
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.