Ozzmosis Review: A Retro Look at Ozzy Osbourne’s Album
In hindsight, it is surprising to think of Ozzy Osbourne retiring in his mid-40s. Nonetheless, the Prince of Darkness took his first final bow at the end of his 1992 No More Tours Tour, which supported the previous year’s blockbuster…
The Rhythm of the Saints: Paul Simon Album Review
Key Insights: Album Evolution: Paul Simon shifted creatively from the success of Graceland to The Rhythm of the Saints. Musical Innovation: He incorporated Brazilian rhythms and West African guitar lines into his new material. Lyrical Depth: The lyrics in The…
Layla by Derek and the Dominos: A Retro Review
What if someone released an impassioned twin-guitar genius record and nobody cared? That’s basically what happened – at least initially – with the only album from Derek and the Dominos. Issued on Nov. 9, 1970, Layla and Other Assorted Love…
Kiss Battles Grunge to a Standstill on ‘Carnival of Souls’ Review
Just like Wile E. Coyote can’t stop chasing the Road Runner, Kiss have rarely been able to resist changing their sound to keep up with the latest music trends. To the dismay of fans of their original hard rock sound,…
Done With Mirrors: A Retro Review of Aerosmith’s Album
The title of Aerosmith’s Done With Mirrors alluded to magic tricks and cocaine. While the reunion of the band’s classic lineup certainly did feel miraculous, the latter reference was proof that old habits died hard with Aerosmith — and it…
‘Subhuman Race’ by Skid Row: A Rediscovered Gem
The 1990s proved to be a challenging era for the legendary rock band Skid Row. The New Jersey-based group kicked off the decade with remarkable success, launching their explosive sophomore album, Slave to the Grind, which soared to the top…