Jocelyn Pook has created a disc of music both beautiful to listen to and fascinating to think about.
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Music Review: Tom Rush – ‘Celebrates 50 Years of Music’ (CD+DVD)
The folk singer-songwriter's 50th anniversary concert, an appropriate way for him to honor his life’s journey in music.
Read More »Music Review: RJ and The Assignment – ‘The Stroke of Midnight’
This new album tries to break down generic boundaries, aiming to show that jazz is cool.
Read More »Interview with San Francisco Indie Rock Group Cool Ghouls
Cool Ghouls, a local SF band gaining popularity, sit down for an afternoon chat after a rad set at Phono del Sol.
Read More »Concert Review: The Last Summer on Earth Tour 2013 with Guster, Ben Folds Five, and Barenaked Ladies in Alpharetta, GA 7/26/13
This show was everything a summer outdoor concert should be.
Read More »Music Review: Roomful of Blues – ’45 Live’
At the ripe age of 45, a live show from this jumpin' blues band celebrates even older American musical traditions.
Read More »Concert Review: Cool Ghouls at Brick & Mortar Music Hall, San Francisco, CA 7/18/13
Rising SF local band Cool Ghouls show the Brick & Mortar audience a couple tricks off their sleeves - and why they're making a name in the city's music scene.
Read More »Music Review: Etran Finatawa – ‘The Sahara Sessions’
You may not understand the lyrics but you can still appreciate the passion and the sound of this inspirational music.
Read More »Music Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers – `George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ and `Move It On Over’ [Remastered]
The re-issues of the first two albums from George Thorogood and the Destroyers are a mixed bag of stripped-down blues rock.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – ‘Roll and Go: Chanteys and Sailor Songs From Grenada’
A fascinating collection of songs which gives a glimpse into a way of life possibly dating back to colonial times.
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