I had always thought that Elvis's ‘70s music was past its sell date. This new three-CD set has completely changed that perception.
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Music Review: George Thorogood and the Destroyers – ‘George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ [2013 Reissue]
Thorogood's debut didn't revolutionize American blues or rock and roll but it's enjoyable for the beer hall or smoky night club.
Read More »Music Review: The Smashing Pumpkins – ‘The Aeroplane Flies High’ [Remastered CD+DVD Box Set]
As a collection made up mostly of singles and jam sessions, this reissue is really only for the most ardent fans.
Read More »Music Review: Elvis Presley – ‘Elvis at Stax’ [Deluxe Edition/3-CD Box Set]
This Elvis reissue is not the place to introduce yourself to his music. It's for the collector who wants to dig a little deeper into his legacy.
Read More »Music Review: Elvis Presley – ‘Elvis At Stax’ [Deluxe Edition]
A good job of presenting Presley’s Stax sessions in a manner that makes sense
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: Bill Evans Trio – ‘How My Heart Sings!’ [Remastered]
With Chuck Israels at bass, the Bill Evans Trio got back to the top of their game on this release.
Read More »Music Review: Chet Baker – ‘Chet Baker Plays the Best of Lerner and Loewe’
Jazz meets Broadway in classic re-release from the masterful jazz trumpeter.
Read More »Music Review: The Three O’Clock – ‘The Hidden World Revealed’
A great intro for new fans, and longtime Paisley Underground followers have plenty of alternates and demos to enjoy.
Read More »Music DVD Review: The Moody Blues – Live at the Isle of Wight Festival 1970; Live at Montreux 1991
If you're old enough to have attended the Isle of Wight Festival, or any other Moody Blues concert of the time, and you're willing to forgive a really rough and ready sound, by all means spend Tuesday afternoon, or any other, back in an era when live meant live.
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