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.
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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 »The 56th Grammy Awards – Music, Memories and Xanax
Get ready for a unique and extensive recap of the 2014 Grammy Awards, from the pre-show awards to the 21 televised performances and everything in between, from a genuine music enthusiast who saw it all in person.
Read More »Interview: James Blunt Journeys Back to the Start on ‘Moon Landing’
British singer/songwriter James Blunt returns to his indie roots on his fourth and most personal album yet, 'Moon Landing.'
Read More »Music Review: Dido – ‘Greatest Hits’
Did Dido include enough or too much of her music on this greatest hits collection?
Read More »The Beatles Re-Invade America – ‘The U.S. Albums’ Box Set Arrives 01/21/2014
Thirteen discs containing the stereo and mono versions of the Capitol Records albums are collected in one place.
Read More »Music Review: Badfinger – ‘Timeless… The Musical Legacy’
This compilation works for those who would like a decent sampler.
Read More »Concert Review (NYC): ‘Barb Jungr: Dancing in the Dark’
The renowned British songstress sang songs that touched upon the motifs of night and the bleak winter season when light is most absent.
Read More »From Bananarama to John Legend – Justin Kantor’s Top 10 Album Picks of 2013
From smart and thorough expanded collections of classic '80s material by groups like Bananarama and Exposé, to the latest from soulful vocalists such as John Legend and Raheem DeVaughn, 2013 was a remarkable year.
Read More »Music Review: Steffaloo – ‘Heart Beats’
Steffaloo moves from folk pop to electronica on her third album. Perhaps the poetic lyrics are here, I just can’t hear them.
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