Director Wendy Schneider provides insight into her new documentary that chronicles the fascinating history of Butch Vig and Steve Marker's legendary Smart Studios, 'The Smart Studios Story.'
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Music Review: Wild Feathers – ‘Wild Feathers’
The themes of hopeful optimism and determination have something in common with both modern country and power pop. Hopefully this will make an impact with fans on both sides.
Read More »CD Box Set Giveaway: Phil Collins – ‘Take a Look at Me Now’
Enter to win a box set with remastered and expanded 2-CD versions of Phil Collins's classic 'Face Value' and 'Both Sides' solo albums.
Read More »SXSW Music Festival 2016: Preview (March 15-20)
The 30th annual South by Southwest Music Festival takes place March 15-20 in Austin, Texas. First Lady Michelle Obama will give the opening keynote at SXSW Music.
Read More »Music Review: Thirsty – ‘Thirsty’
It takes this band only 10 tracks spanning a little less than 30 minutes to make a lasting impression.
Read More »Music Review: The Morning Sea – ‘Mal-De-Mer’ EP
While focused on the sometimes very difficult path to finding romantic love, ‘Mal-De-Mer’ is ultimately uplifting.
Read More »Music Review: Lazybirds – ‘Time Machine’
The Lazybirds deliver toe-tapping classic American tracks.
Read More »Music Review: The Westies – ‘Six on the Out’
Hard-luck tales of criminals and lost souls drive the lyrics and give the music its wistful flavor, but an acute songwriting sensibility, rich, salty musicianship, and mournful vocals combine magically into an uplifting spirit. That's the magic of good music.
Read More »CD Review: New Order, “Music Complete”
A new New Order disc from a new New Order.
Read More »The Best Music of 2015, by Charlie Doherty (Starring Clutch, Ryan Adams, Beach Slang, Bruce Springsteen, and More)
2015 wasn't a year for landmark releases, but there were some rather impressive outings from veterans and newbies alike.
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