This Is Your Life: A Tribute to Ronnie James Dio
This Is Your Life: A Tribute to Ronnie James Dio (Rhino Records). Review by Christopher Long.
This Is Your Life: A Tribute to Ronnie James Dio (Rhino Records). Review by Christopher Long.
Made In Germany 1995-2011 (Universal). Review by Carl F Gauze.
Throngs of faithful old-school arena rockers squeezed into their faded vintage Judas Priest and Iron Maiden T’s and partied once again like it was 1989 at the Tampa stop of the Scorpions “farewell” tour. Chris Long was, of course, among them.
Unbreakable (Sanctuary). Review by Andrew Ellis.
Thunderball (The End Records). Review by Vinnie Apicella.
“LA Song” soul-rocker Beth Hart took a tumble a few years ago; she’s now resurfaced with a remarkably powerful new CD, Leave The Light On. Steve Stav takes turns on the couch with the singer-songwriter in a revealing – and therapeutic – interview.
At Sixes and Sevens (Sub Pop). Review by Matt Cibula.
Be Aware of Scorpions (SPV). Review by David Lee Beowulf.
David Lee Beowulf discusses the finer things in life – Shakespeare, the Colorado Avalanche, kids, and the art of metal guitar – with Jag Panzer guitarist Mark Briody.
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.