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.
S/T (Dischord). Review by Scott Adams.
Invitation (Kill Rock Stars). Review by Bob Pomeroy.
A spectacular multi band shredfest that provided Orlando fans maximum bang for minimal bucks entertained Christopher Long.
One of progressive rock’s figureheads has died. Gail Worley remembers Keith Emerson.
This two and a half hour documentary explores everything you might want to know about former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett and the history of Progressive Rock.
Rosenkopf (Wierd). Review by Matthew Moyer.
SBTRKT (Young Turks, XLrecordings). Review by Carl F Gauze.
Empty Space Orchestra. Review by Carl F Gauze.
Irradiance (Sensory). Review by Carl F Gauze.
No Ghost (Bella Union). Review by Jeff Schweers.
Aquarius (Sensory). Review by Carl F Gauze.
Bill Bruford, former drummer for Yes and King Crimson, chats with Carl F Gauze about the differences between rock and jazz, the recent RIAA case ruling, and his supposed retirement.
An Introduction to Bill Bruford’s Winterfold Records (Winterfold). Review by Carl F Gauze.
Legendary drummer Bill Bruford recounts his life with Yes, King Crimson, and the Progressive Rock movement.
Gail Worley finds drummer Chris Pennie of Coheed & Cambria to be one rad guy.
William Weikart, the mastermind behind the band Obscured by Clouds, is one literate and surprising person. Tim Wardyn unveils Weikart’s impressive cast of influences (including Chris Cornell and Baroque music), how ex-girlfriends contributed to one of the best songs on their album Psycheclectic, and how his bandmate Thee Slayer Hippy got his name.
Six (Crucial Blast). Review by Matthew Moyer.
Preteen Weaponry (Jagjaguwar/Brah). Review by P. McEver.
Before the Quiet (MVD Audio). Review by Matthew Moyer.
Yacht Rock Revue’s “Hot Dads In Tight Jeans” Tour rolled into Central Florida and wowed the sold-out crowd with their tribute to ’70s and ’80s light rock hits. Michelle Wilson was there and loved every minute!
Guitarist Juewett Bostick opens up about his new album Shades of Blu and his musical journey.
The Gods travel to Setzuan province looking for one good person.
Two best friends sing their favorite modern pop tunes.
Taking the World by Storm (APO Records). Review by Carl F. Gauze
Lucio Fulci’s gore classic comes to life on this 3 disc Blu-ray release.
Ignored upon release, Marty Stuart’s The Pilgrim is now regarded as a classic of the genre. Read how it came to be in this lavish look.
