Posted November 21, 2009 at 10:39 pm | One comment
By A Thread, the latest studio release from Gov’t Mule, is a straightforward audio testimonial that classic hard rock is alive and well in the 21st century. And unique only to bands of this fine quality, Warren Haynes and gang prove once again that they’re able to adjust and evolve in a positive way with each CD. Barring the more than plentiful live material circulated over the years, the reggae infused “Mighty High” as well, the studio albums that come out every two to three years or more are what it’s really all about, and they get better all the time.
Posted in: Classic Rock, Jam Band Reviews, Reviews, Rock Reviews
Posted November 19, 2009 at 10:53 am | One comment
There is an old writing adage that there are only two plots in the world: “a man takes a journey” and “a stranger comes to town.” Stewart Copeland’s new autobiography, “Strange Things Happen”, falls solidly in the first category.
Posted in: Classic Rock, Music Industry Book Reviews, Reviews
Posted November 13, 2009 at 8:44 am | No comments
Viaje en Espana, the latest recording by classical guitarist Martha Masters, is more than just another Spanish guitar album. Even after one listen, it is apparent that the sounds of Spain, and the repertoire made famous by Segovia, are in direct relation to the music on this recording. Even though most of the music in this collection was never performed by Segovia, it was all written and dedicated to him, allowing fans to experience the “other” Segovia repertoire for the first time.
Posted in: Classical, Classical Reviews, Reviews
Posted November 9, 2009 at 7:57 am | No comments
Bill Frisell ranks in the top tier of guitarists from his generation, alongside such luminaries as John Scofield and Pat Metheny. His recorded output is arguably as eclectic as any living artist. Previous projects have ranged from trio records with jazz greats Dave Holland and Elvin Jones, contemporary collaborations with producers Hal Wilner and Lee Townsend, as well as a collection of Americana and folk-tinged albums for the Nonesuch record label.
Posted in: DVD Reviews, Jazz, Jazz Reviews, Reviews
Posted November 7, 2009 at 8:34 am | No comments
Les Paul was a giant in the music industry long before rock and roll was even a glimmer in the eye of record company executives or a restless youth culture.
Posted in: Jazz, Jazz Reviews
Posted October 29, 2009 at 11:12 am | No comments
Eight of the ten tracks on Robben Ford’s fourth and most recent Concord Records release, “Soul On 10”, were recorded last April at The Independent in San Francisco’s Alamo Square.
Posted in: Blues Reviews, Jazz, Reviews
Posted October 18, 2009 at 5:31 pm | No comments
Naquele Tempo is Roland Dyens’ incredible collection of solo classical guitar arrangements of works written by the Brazilian composer, Alfredo da Rocha Viana, Jr.(1897-1973), better known as Pixinguinha (pronounced, Pish-in-GUI-nia). Pixinguinha’s music was originally written for small jazz ensembles and is characteristically expressive, innovative, and rich with melody and complex harmonies. His pieces have an improvisational feeling to them and contain all the elements representative of an expert composer.
Posted in: Classical, Classical Reviews, Reviews
Posted October 16, 2009 at 6:05 pm | No comments
Halloween II: The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is a collection of classic rock and pop tunes, modern originals and short excerpts taken from Rob Zombie’s 2009 hit movie of the same name.
Posted in: Metal, Metal Reviews, Reviews, Rock Reviews
Posted October 7, 2009 at 11:01 am | No comments
Joe Bonamassa dreamed of being a professional guitarist and playing the Royal Albert Hall ever since he was a young boy growing up in Utica, New York. This dream came true on May 4, 2009.
Posted in: Blues, Blues Reviews, DVD Reviews, Reviews
Posted October 1, 2009 at 12:55 pm | No comments
In the music performance world some artists actually get better over time. The energy and the passion for their craft only increase as they mature. For several decades George Benson has distinguished himself as one of the finest jazz guitarists of his time. Add to that his expressive vocals and scat singing and the musical package is totally complete.
Posted in: Jazz, Jazz Reviews, Reviews
