'Swing Makes You Happy!' deserves that exclamation point in the title.
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Charlie Doherty’s Top Tunes of 2014
This year's list includes a healthy mix of electronic pop, indie rock, punk, acoustic, and metal tunes.
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The ultimate CD/DVD package for fans of the Drive-By Truckers and a must for those who love Southern rock music in general.
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The pianist offers exceptional renditions on a restored 180-year-old fortepiano.
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Marsalis understands what a solo recital needs and clearly he is up to the task.
Read More »Music Review: Rod Stewart – Box Set of First Five Albums (1969-1974)
The vinyl box set of Rod Stewart's first five albums is a must-have for all of Stewart's many fans.
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With a a blend of fireworks and atmospherics, Hirahara's trio conveys the sense of joy that marks jazz at its best.
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Two old pros show what jazz vocals are meant to be.
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Piazzolla's music contains multitudes of possibilities, gentleness always among them.
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Ashley Daneman’s music is clearly something special.
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