Did The Jam Have a Perfect Cover?
Where Curtis Mayfield lays back, The Jam lean forward.
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The Greatest American Rock ‘N’ Roll Band Is…
When considering the Greatest American Rock band, apply the three C’s: Critical acclaim, Commercial success, and Cultural relevance.
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Yo-Yo Ma and the Impetuousness of Youth
Like wine, some musicians get better with age.
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Local Artist Spotlight: Bette Smith
Bette Smith’s new music sounds like a party
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The Worst Pop Song of All Time?
“Hey Soul Sister” is a memorable, significant song, but for all the wrong reasons.
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The Madness of Keith Moon
His timekeeping was sloppy, but his feel was amazing.
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An Unintentional Cover: Jeff Beck’s Superstition
It’s still Stevie Wonder’s song, but Jeff Beck finally made it his for one night.
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The Hidden Genius of Charles Mingus
Perhaps the inspiration to toilet train a cat is indicative of an expansive mind that was willing to experiment and take risks
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Random Artist Memories: Shuggie Otis
Otis continues to perform sporadically but remains a talented, insular mystery.
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The Rarest Singing Voice
It’s a voice that can seem impossible but is often unforgettable. If you encounter one, cherish the experience. You don’t experience them often.
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