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Ian Tyson brings his career up to date with the release of his latest compilation album.
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Music Review: Miki Purnell – ‘Swingin’ to the Sea’
Miki Purnell's debut album 'Swingin' to the Sea' is just what the doctor ordered.
Read More »Music Review: Willie Nile – ‘American Ride’
Like Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Billie Bragg, Willie Nile sings about he things he cares about the most in as straightforward and honest a way as possible.
Read More »Music Review: Trampled Under Foot – ‘Badlands’
Three siblings equal one powerhouse rocking blues band.
Read More »Music Review: Bill Kirchen – ‘Seeds and Stems’
The "titan of the telecaster" has returned with a brand new album, still very much connected to the rockabilly school of music.
Read More »Music Review: Bill Cunliffe Trio – ‘River Edge, New Jersey’
The Bill Cunliffe Trio delivers some delightful jazz sounds on their new album.
Read More »Music Review: Swingadelic – ‘Toussaintville’
'Toussaintville' is Swingadelic's big band salute to the music of Allen Toussaint.
Read More »Music Review: Vampire Weekend – ‘Modern Vampires of the City’
The New York alt-rock band lives up to its original promise with its magnificent new album.
Read More »Music Review: Yellowjackets – ‘A Rise in the Road’
The Yellowjackets' new lineup on 'A Rise in the Road' plays the same fine jazz-fusion.
Read More »Music Review: Delbert & Glen – ‘Blind, Crippled & Crazy’
Two old friends reunite after 40 years to create a new album. The years may have passed but the music is fresh.
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