Dateline: St. Petersburg, FL
Weblog: donaldgibson.blogspot.com/
Articles: 166
A contributing music editor at Blogcritics, Donald Gibson devotes most of his writing to music criticism, paying particular attention to the craft and aesthetic of songwriting. He holds a B.A. in English from the University of South Florida.
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Concert Review: George Michael, 8/2/08 at St. Pete Times Forum, Tampa, FL
While his showmanship was superb, what Michael didn't sing seemed more prevalent than what he did perform.
105
Book Review: Tearing Down The Wall of Sound - The Rise and Fall of Phil Spector by Mick Brown
A seminal music icon is extensively depicted, including the dark side of genius and the madness of a wounded soul.
104
Music Review: Buddy Guy - Skin Deep
The legendary bluesman demonstrates how it’s done.
103
Music Review: David Bowie – Live Santa Monica ‘72
Thirty-six years on, this bootleg remains an onslaught of rock ‘n’ roll abandon.
102
Music CD/DVD Review: John Mayer – Where The Light Is: Live In Los Angeles
Mayer delivers a solid performance that works far better as an album than it does as a film.
101
Music Review: Ron Sexsmith – Exit Strategy of the Soul
Sexsmith offers an endearing batch of songs, underscoring a wellspring of emotional depth and craft.
100
Concert Review: Tom Waits, 7/1/08, at the Moran Theatre, Jacksonville, FL
He's got the fire and the fury at his command.
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Music Review: Various Artists – The Motown Collection (10 CD/1 DVD Set)
"The Sound of Young America" comprises 150 songs over 10 discs.
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George Carlin, Dead At 71
The legendary comedian, author, actor, and counterculture icon, died Sunday of heart failure, age 71.
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Music Review: The Mooney Suzuki – CBGB OMFUG Masters: Live June 29, 2001, The Bowery Collection
Yes, it's loud...And no, I won't turn it down.
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