Kit O'Toole is a lifelong music enthusiast who maintains a music blog, Listen to the Band. In addition, she is the internet columnist and a contributing editor for Beatlefan magazine. She also holds an Ed.D. in Instructional Technology.
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While "Purple Rain" remains a classic, Prince recorded many other lesser-known singles and B-sides that deserve another listen.
Brazil legend Sergio Mendes continues his exploration of samba and hip hop with his latest album.
Carole King's impressive work gets the full treatment on this new greatest hits compilation.
This soundtrack accompanies the documentary, which traces the political evolution of Barack Obama.
Paul McCartney experimented with his sound on his 1986 album, but still proved to be a master songwriting craftsman.
Beginning and advanced users will find useful information in O'Reilly's Facebook guide.
This collection of more obscure 1950s doo-wop tunes is sure to please any vintage R&B fan.
Jazz vibes fans will appreciate Jim Cooper's versatility on this 1992 Delmark reissue.
Jazz drummer Barrett Deems swings hard on Chicago label Delmark's 1978 reissue.
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