Chastity Brown
The latest ten-track release from blues-soul singer Chastity Brown is an excellent, infectious offering that absolutely rolls and rocks along from start to finish like a high-powered Nascar special on … Read more
Reviews
Various Artists
It’s almost ironic that Big Star is finally getting the belated kudos they so deserve. While their first two albums never had the benefit of extensive distribution or the wider … Read more
Joshua James
Joshua James has been quietly building a strong repertoire for himself over the past decade. Wading your way through his discography is a fascinating journey, and the introspective tendencies on … Read more
Rod Melancon
The natural-born heir to Lou Reed and Townes Van Zandt by way of Lynrd Skynrd, Rod Melancon has a way with disturbing words. This country-tinged album offers no cheery sentiments, … Read more
Bobby Darrin & Johnny Mercer
Two of a Kind, by American singer Bobby Darin and singer/composer Johnny Mercer, was recorded on August 13 & 17, 1960 and originally released in 1961. Billy May arranged the … Read more
Peter Rowan
Well, this is a genuine surprise, though why anyone should be surprised by any change of musical direction from Peter Rowan is anyone’s guess in reality. For decades Rowan has … Read more
The Rascals
The House GOP and president dry hump themselves for passing the American Health Care Act and I don’t care. America is getting exactly what it wanted. What I wanted was … Read more
Chris Washburne revisits Ragtime’s roots
The Greenwich House Music School’s “Uncharted” series (celebrating local NYC artists exploring new projects and collaborations) hosted renowned trombonist and Columbia professor Chris Washburne, celebrating the release … Read more
Jazzmeia Horn
Jazzmeia Horn was born to play the type of music you’ll hear on her debut album, A Social Call. Jazz is in her name after all (her grandmother, a jazz-loving … Read more
Alex Weitz
Saxophonist and composer Alex Weitz’ Luma project may only be his second album, but it is a starting point for something special. Weitz is a natural-sounding musician who offers a … Read more
