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THE DOOBIE BROTHERS-THE WARNER BROS. YEARS 1971-1983.
THE DOOBIE BROTHERS-THE WARNER BROS. YEARS 1971-1983. Between 1972 and 1980, The Doobie Brothers could do no wrong. They released eight albums, which sold in excess of ten million copies. It has been a roller coaster ride for The Doobie Brothers, whose recording career got off to an inauspicious start in 1971. By then The …
JETHRO TULL-TOO OLD TO ROCK ’N’ ROLL: TO YOUNG TO DIE!
JETHRO TULL-TOO OLD TO ROCK ’N’ ROLL: TO YOUNG TO DIE! By December 1975, Ian Anderson was only twenty-eight, and was the lead singer of one of the most successful progressive rock bands in the world, Jethro Tull. British music magazine Melody Maker went further. They asked in February 1975; “Jethro Tull–Now The World’s Biggest …
AS THE TIRED TRAINS CROSS EUROPE-LUCID MOMENTS-VINYL EDITION.
AS THE TIRED TRAINS CROSS EUROPE-LUCID MOMENTS-VINYL EDITION. Nowadays, the gonzo music journalist approaches press releases with a degree of cynicism. They’ve decided to take Public Enemy’s advice and; “don’t believe the hype.” That’s not surprising. Usually, when an artist or band sends an album to be reviewed, it comes complete with a press release …
HOUSE OF NOT-THE WALKABOUT OF A. NEXTER NIODE- PART ONE-OFF THE PATH.
HOUSE OF NOT-THE WALKABOUT OF A. NEXTER NIODE- PART ONE-OFF THE PATH. For many music historians, the seventies was the golden age of rock. During the golden age of rock, concept albums and rock operas were commonplace. Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Yes, Genesis, The Who were responsible for some of the most critically acclaimed and …
THE VELVET UNDERGROUND-LOADED.
THE VELVET UNDERGROUND-LOADED. For The Velvet Underground, 1969 had been a turbulent year. They had released their third album The Velvet Underground in March 1969. It featured the debut of Doug Yule, who was brought in to replace John Cale. This was meant to the start of a bright new future for The Velvet Underground. …
B.B. KING-HERE’S ONE YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT-FROM THE RPM AND KENT VAULTS.
B.B. KING-HERE’S ONE YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT-FROM THE RPM AND KENT VAULTS. There aren’t many musicians who are still playing live aged eighty-nine. However, B.B. King was. He was still touring during 2014. Sadly, on October 3rd 2014, B.B. King had to call time on his performance at the House Of Blues in Chicago. When …
THE MURMAIDS-A FEW OF THE THINGS WE LOVE.
THE MURMAIDS-A FEW OF THE THINGS WE LOVE. Musical history is littered with one-hit wonders. Their brush with commercial success is brief, but tantalising. Once an artist or band has enjoyed one hit single, they want another. That’s not surprising. Commercial success, and the fame and money it can sometimes bring, are as powerful as …
LARAAJI-AMBIENT 3 (DAY OF RADIANCE)-VINYL EDITION.
LARAAJI-AMBIENT 3 (DAY OF RADIANCE)-VINYL EDITION. Despite being one of the most innovative musicians of his generations, Laraaji still remains one of music’s best kept secrets. That’s despite releasing nearly thirty albums. Many of these albums showcase Laraaji’s unique ambient sound. Best known for playing the zither, Laraaji’s music is best described as a fusion …
LINK WRAY-EARLY RECORDINGS AND GOOD ROCKING TONIGHT.
LINK WRAY-EARLY RECORDINGS AND GOOD ROCKING TONIGHT. Nowadays, Link Wray is regarded as one of greatest guitarists in musical history. Link Wray influenced everyone from Jimmy Page and Neil Young to Iggy Pop. He also popularised the power chord in his 1958 instrumental hit Ray Gun. For that alone, several generations of guitarists owe Link …
SOUTH TEXAS RHYTHM ’N’ SOUL REVUEW 2-FROM THE VAULTS OF CRAZY CAJUN RECORDS.
SOUTH TEXAS RHYTHM ’N’ SOUL REVUEW 2-FROM THE VAULTS OF CRAZY CAJUN RECORDS. Back in February 2013, Kent Soul released South Texas Rhythm ‘N’ Soul Revue, a compilation of some of the finest soul and R&B to emerge from the Lone Star State. It was recorded at Huey Meaux’s studio, and featured many of the …
GOLDEN STATE PSYCHEDELIA.
GOLDEN STATE PSYCHEDELIA. Eventful. That described Leo De Gar Kulka’s career. He was an intelligence officer, recording engineer, producer and owned a recording studio and record company. That’s why eventful best describes Leo De Gar Kulka’s career He was born in Czechoslovakia in 1921, but moved to Los Angeles in 1938. By the time the …
DAVE HAMILTON’S DETROIT SOUL VOLUME 2
DAVE HAMILTON’S DETROIT SOUL VOLUME 2 Sadly, Dave Hamilton is one of the forgotten men in the Motown story. That’s despite being one of the original members of Motown’s house band The Funk Brothers. They were formed in 1959, and right through to 1962, Dave Hamilton played guitar and vibes on early Motown recordings. Then …
BOBBY GILLESPIE PRESENTS SUNDAY MORNIN’ COMIN’ DOWN.
BOBBY GILLESPIE PRESENTS SUNDAY MORNIN’ COMIN’ DOWN. Bobby Gillespie’s life has always revolved around music. That’s been the case since he was growing up in Mount Florida, in the south side of Glasgow. Back then, Bobby Gillespie hungrily devoured music. It was akin to an education. This education didn’t take place at the at Glasgow …
FLORIAN FRICKE/POPOL VUH-KAILASH VINYL EDITION.
FLORIAN FRICKE/POPOL VUH-KAILASH VINYL EDITION. In music, the most overused word is legend. It’s a word thrown around like confetti at a Las Vegas wedding. Nowadays, every two-bit hip hopper, EDM star or Nu Soul singer is being referred to as a legend. That’s far removed from the truth. However, it’s nothing new. The overuse …
CHANGE-REACH FOR THE SKY AN ANTHOLOGY.
CHANGE-REACH FOR THE SKY AN ANTHOLOGY. Part of the soundtrack to the disco era was recorded by studio bands. They featured mostly anonymous session musicians and unknown vocalists. Many of these musicians and vocalists were just at the start of their careers, including Luther Vandross. The twenty-eight year old backing vocalist had worked with everyone …
BRIAN ENO-AMBIENT 1/MUSIC FOR AIRPORTS-VINYL EDITION.
BRIAN ENO-AMBIENT 1/MUSIC FOR AIRPORTS-VINYL EDITION. After leaving Roxy Music in 1973, Brian Eno’s career changed direction. Instead, his attention turned to ambient and electronic music. This was a controversial decision, given Roxy Music were one of the most successful British bands of the early seventies. Brian Eno’s creativity was being stifled. He felt he’d …
CINNAMON GIRL: WOMEN ARTISTS COVER NEIL YOUNG FOR CHARITY.
CINNAMON GIRL: WOMEN ARTISTS COVER NEIL YOUNG FOR CHARITY. At this time, of year, anyone looking for a compilation is spoiled for choice. Literally, there’s something for everyone. That’s the case whether it’s a lavish, lovingly compiled, budget busting, multi-disc box set, or something more modest, that you’re after. This week, over one hundred compilations …
JOHN COLTRANE-A LOVE SUPREME-THE COMPLETE MASTERS BOX SET.
JOHN COLTRANE-A LOVE SUPREME-THE COMPLETE MASTERS BOX SET. On December 9th 1964, four musicians made their war to the Van Gelder Studio, on 445 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. They were scheduled to record an album with renowned jazz producer Rudy Van Gelder. He was a veteran of countless recordings, and had worked with …
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