Otis Redding: History’s Greatest Singles Artist
To discuss how an artist could be perfect at releasing singles, one must first examine what goes into making a classic single. First, no matter the format, a single is … Read more
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Damon Albarn Hints At New Blur Album
Blur frontman Damon Albarn has been coy about the possibility of a new album from the band since their 2008 reunion, alternately saying that new music was inevitable and that … Read more
Charles Bradley Announces Tour, Documentary Release
Soul legend Charles Bradley will be hitting the road this summer, fresh off the success of his latest album Victim of Love. Along with already-announced tour dates at Bumbershoot, Lollapalooza, and … Read more
Lock of Mick Jagger’s Hair Sold for $6,000
Last week, a lock of Jagger’s hair went up for auction through British auction house Bonham’s. The hair was obtained by the grandmother of Chrissie Shrimpton, Jagger’s girlfriend in the … Read more
The Strokes’ Albert Hammond Jr. Releasing EP on Julian Casablancas’ Label
Strokes guitarist Albert Hammond Jr. will be releasing a five-song solo EP this fall. Hammond also revealed on Har Mar Superstar’s Nocturnal Emotions podcast that his EP will be out … Read more
Surviving Doors To Reunite For Ray Manzarek Tribute
Robby Krieger and John Densmore will reunite onstage later this year at a tribute concert for their former Doors bandmate Ray Manzarek, who died earlier this year. Krieger confirmed the … Read more
Duke Robillard Leaves Bob Dylan’s Band
Guitarist Duke Robillard left Bob Dylan’s band after performing with the acclaimed singer/songwriter for just three months. Robillard was not seen at Dylan’s gig at AutoZone Park in Memphis last … Read more
ELMORE #57 CORRECTION
In the current issue of Elmore Magazine, our review and interview with Jimmy Vivino was incorrectly labeled. The name of Jimmy’s album is 13 Live, and it is currently out on … Read more
Richie Havens to be Remembered at Woodstock Festival Grounds
The world of music lost one of its best when folk singer Richie Havens died from a heart attack in April. But now the singer will be commemorated at the … Read more
Pixies Announce New Bassist, European Tour
One Kim is out, but another Kim is in. The Pixies have announced that Kim Shattuck will be the band’s new bassist and backup vocalist on their upcoming European tour. … Read more
