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In this posthumous release the artist retains his knack for thoughtful pop even as he faces mortality head-on.
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Music Review: Ayman Fanous and Jason Kao Hwang – ‘Zilzal’
An album of free jazz with music that reflects the earthquake of its Arabic title.
Read More »Music Reviews: Xmas Jazz from Nnenna Freelon and the John Brown Big Band, and David Ian
These are two albums sure to brighten the 2013 Christmas season.
Read More »Music Review: Chrome – ‘Half Machine from the Sun: The Lost Tracks from ’79-’80’
The forgotten tracks on 'Half Machine from the Sun' work so well as to provide the most accessible introduction to Chrome that I can think of.
Read More »Music Review: Deep Purple – `The Audio Fidelity Collection’ [Limited Edition Box Set]
Audio Fidelity bundles the four studio albums from the Mark II Deep Purple lineup in a new collector's edition.
Read More »Music Review: Kelly Clarkson – ‘Wrapped in Red’
Anyone looking for a brisk if unchallenging Christmastime pop treat from a top-notch talent couldn't hope for much better than this enjoyable and well-crafted album.
Read More »Music Review: Anne Ducros – ‘Either Way: From Marilyn to Ella’
Anne Ducros's treatment of classic jazz songs may make you forget the originals.
Read More »Music Review: Eric Clapton – ‘Give Me Strength: The ’74/’75 Recordings’ [6-Disc Box Set]
This set will be an excellent addition to any Clapton collection due to the many bonus tracks and the previously unreleased material as well as the excellently remastered studio albums.
Read More »Music Review: Alabama – ‘The Classic Christmas Album’
Alabama provides warm, joyful Christmas music that celebrates family and the simple joys of the season.
Read More »Music Review: Philip Chaffin – ‘Somethin’ Real Special: The Songs of Dorothy Fields’
Philip Chaffin interprets the songs of Dorothy Fields with style and gusto.
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