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Music Review: The Beatles – ‘The U.S. Albums’
Thirteen discs modeled after the Americanized editions that first-generation fans grew up with. The 'Capitol sound' has been mostly ditched in favor of the 2009 remasters.
Read More »Music Review: Catherine Russell – ‘Bring It Back’
Catherine Russell takes listeners on a jazz tour through the decades.
Read More »Music Review: ‘Doctor Who – The 50th Anniversary Collection: Original Television Soundtrack’
This release chronicles choice pieces of score and musical interludes from the inception of the show to the most recent episode in the Matt Smith era.
Read More »Music Review: Frank Wess – ‘Magic 201’
Frank Wess's 'Magic 201' is a fine sequel to his 'Magic 101.'
Read More »Charlie Doherty’s Favorite 30 Songs of 2013
This year's list is an eclectic mix of metal (Black Sabbath), funky R&B (Janelle Monae), pop rock, hip-hop (Kevin Gates), folk rock gems (KT Tunstall), and a whole lot more.
Read More »Music Review: Camper Van Beethoven – ‘Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart’ [2014 Reissue]
This re-release is a delightful chance to revisit the original CD and to hear many additional bonus tunes.
Read More »Music Review: Mike Bloomfield – ‘From His Head to His Heart to His Hands’ [3CD/1DVD Box Set]
The most in-depth retrospective yet to the legacy of blues guitarist Mike Bloomfield is a not to miss box for lovers of the late '60s and all forms of the blues.
Read More »Charlie Doherty’s 20 Favorite Releases of 2013
My favorites include everything from studio releases by Clutch, NIN, and Run The Jewels, to a reissued gem from early American metal band Dust. One of them is my absolute favorite of 2013.
Read More »Music Review: Carmen Cuesta – ‘Toda Una Vida’
An exciting celebration the bolero featuring a soft, sultry, sexy voice.
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