Spring Sets Featuring Pink Floyd, Frank Zappa, and More
The most remarkable music reissues from the past three months have showcased an impressive variety of releases that highlight the richness of musical history. This includes archival releases that have brought to light previously unreleased recordings, remastered classic albums that…
Album Review: The Cure’s ‘Mixes of a Lost World’
The essence of remix albums inherently involves balancing the legacy of the original tracks with the anticipation of presenting something new to the audience. Frequently, it can be observed that the original songs selected for remix collections tend to overshadow…
Talkin to the Trees: A Review of Neil Young and Chrome Hearts
As Neil Young diligently explores his extensive music vault, he has unearthed previously unreleased recordings from 1977, a captivating concert documentary soundtrack, an album filled with previously unheard Crazy Horse tracks from 1969, and the exciting third volume in his…
Walk This Road: A Review of The Doobie Brothers’ Album
The last time Michael McDonald contributed to an album featuring new tracks by the Doobie Brothers was back in 1980, a time when record sales were the primary measure of a hit song. Artists like this California-based group enjoyed the…
Album Review: Little Feat’s ‘Strike Up the Band’
Despite the significant legacy of late frontman Lowell George and the enduring influence of modern-era leader Bill Payne, Little Feat truly revitalizes its sound with each fresh voice that joins the ensemble. The introduction of guitarist Paul Barrere, bassist Kenny…
Album Review: Ghost’s ‘Skeleta’ Delivers Haunting Melodies
Delayed due to the widespread impact of the pandemic, Ghost’s highly anticipated 2022 album, Impera, faced a significant postponement from its original 2020 release timeline. This situation transformed the album’s dark narrative and themes surrounding modern emperors into something that…
Thunderball Album Review: Insights on Melvins’ Latest Release
In a fascinating effort to untangle their rich and complex history, or perhaps to create a more structured approach to their extensive release schedule, the iconic band Melvins has recently unveiled a collection of albums over the past twelve years…
Album Review: Kiss – Off the Soundboard Live in San Antonio
Experience the Unseen Side of Kiss with Off the Soundboard: Live in San Antonio – the Latest Addition to Their Official Bootleg Series. This release unveils a previously unrecorded performance from the band’s iconic 1985 Asylum tour, providing fans with…
Album Review: Dreams on Toast by The Darkness
The Darkness’ albums reveal a sophisticated musical strategy that might be superficially interpreted as simplistic or, in some unfortunate instances, as campy by casual listeners. However, this perception is misleading, as the band’s true artistry lies beneath the surface. This…
Winter Sets from Yes, Tina Turner, and Other Artists
As the new year unfolds, music enthusiasts are treated to a remarkable collection of reissues, archival recordings, and box sets that may have missed the holiday gift-giving window but are poised to create excitement throughout the upcoming year. This selection…
Foxes in the Snow: A Review of Jason Isbell’s Album
In the latest album by Jason Isbell, titled Foxes in the Snow, the artist explores profound themes of solitude and self-reflection. Recorded without his renowned backing band, the 400 Unit, this album conveys a sense of isolation that mirrors Isbell’s…
Oceanside Countryside: A Review of Neil Young’s Latest Album
In the spring of 1977, shortly after the acclaimed release of American Stars ‘n Bars, which featured a blend of newly recorded material and tracks dating back to 1974, Neil Young embarked on creating songs for his upcoming album. Despite…