Neil Young
Neil Young’s never been known for being predictable. A veritable musical chameleon, he has defied expectations repeatedly throughout his 50 year career merely by following his own muse. With few … Read more
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The Heaters
Phil Spector could have done wonders for the Heaters, whose blissful, artfully arranged girl-group harmonies and pearly melodies are finally coming out of hiding. Shelved since the early ‘80s, this … Read more
Bo Ramsey
Lucinda Williams has always credited Bo Ramsey for teaching her about the value of spaces in music. Others like Bill Frisell and Miles Davis are huge proponents of spaces in … Read more
Roland Johnson
After years in cover bands, St. Louis singer Roland Johnson makes his label debut at 68 with a set of undiluted, classic soul that will please fans of Otis Redding and … Read more
The Danberrys
There is something to be said for the tighter bonds that marriage often brings. Likewise, there’s something to be said for the talent that seems inherent within the bounds of … Read more
Dolly Shine
They say everything is bigger in Texas, and apparently that includes grit and attitude. Dolly Shine makes a convincing case for that very premise, and on their new nine song … Read more
Rich Robinson
Rich Robinson’s body of work with the Black Crowes can unquestionably stand up against any level of scrutiny as one of the finest representations of American bred rock n’ roll. … Read more
Jomo & the Possum Posse
When a band thanks something called the Guns and Oil Brewing Company in Austin in their liner notes, and gives a shout out to Saved by the Bell’s AC Slater … Read more
The Blind Boys of Alabama
“We hope we can sing something that’ll lift you up and make you feel good,” Jimmy Carter rasps to greet us. At 85, the group’s remaining active founder shows a … Read more
Al Di Meola
All Photos by Stanley Abraham Based on the performance at B.B. King’s, Al Di Meola’s precision and passion have not diminished over the years. Di Meola joined Chick Corea’s band, … Read more
