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Music Reviews: Rolling Stones – ‘Let It Bleed’ (50th Anniv. Ed.), ‘Bridges to Buenos Aires’
It’s safe to say that most Stones lovers already own 'Let It Bleed'; but it’s also a good bet that if your copy is vinyl, it’s rather worn and scratchy after half a century. If that’s the case, the new 50th anniversary edition offers lots of reasons to upgrade.
Read More »Music Review: Bob Dylan – ‘Travelin’ Thru, 1967–1969, Bootleg Series, Vol. 15,’ Plus Kinky Friedman, Moody Little Sister, Steve Goodman
The latest volume of Bob Dylan's bootleg series features must-hear collaborations with Johnny Cash. Also in today's column: new albums from Kinky Friedman and Moody Little Sister, and a Steve Goodman reissue.
Read More »Concert Review: Live and Bush – The ALT-IMATE Tour
Live and Bush, two iconic alt-rock bands, took to the road in celebration of their seminal albums.
Read More »Music Review: Kinky Friedman – ‘Resurrection’
Heartfelt and thoughtful, 'Resurrection' from Kinky Friedman will warm the hearts of anyone who loves the strength and beauty of a good song.
Read More »Music Review: ‘Pour Me A Grog – The Funana Revolt in 1990s Cabo Verde
'Pour Me A Grog - The Funana Revolt in 1990s Cabo Verde' is a great collection of exciting and stirring music. Listen to it and enjoy.
Read More »Concert Review: Pianist Alon Goldstein (NYC, 22 Oct. 2019)
The fiery pianist performed Scarlatti, Janacek, Debussy, Ginastera, and Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata at BPAC.
Read More »Music Review: Steve Miller Band – ‘Welcome to the Vault,’ Plus Mavericks, Sofia Talvik
A box set from Steve Miller Band collects alternate versions and live tracks, including much previously unreleased material.
Read More »Concert Review: Momenta Quartet Plays Ligeti, Partch, and a Roberto Sierra World Premiere (Oct 16, 2019)
The energy was bright at the Momenta Quartet's "Night Dances" concert featuring music by Harry Partch, Gyorgy Ligeti, and a Roberto Sierra world premiere.
Read More »Music Reviews: The Ramones ‘It’s Alive’ 40th Anniversary Set Delivers a Shot of Adrenaline, Plus Nilsson and More
The 40th anniversary of the Ramones live album 'It's Alive' will get you out of bed, into the shower, and dancing down the street.
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