Classic Rock

An early, previously unreleased concert from Steve Goodman, plus noteworthy CDs from David Bromberg, Western Centuries, and Rory Block.

A box set collects material from Sam Cooke's key transitional period at the Keen label. Plus, Michael Doucet, Michel Petrucciani, Chris Maxwell.

Jakob Dylan stars in a soundtrack album featuring music by such 1960s standouts as the Mamas and Papas, the Byrds, and the Beach Boys.

A three-and-a-half-hour holiday concert from Bruce Springsteen features great music and luminous guest artists. Plus, Will Sexton and the Mastersons.

Young artists and veteran hitmakers alike created an abundance of memorable tunes in 2019. Post Malone, Jay Som, Beck, and Sharon Van Etten are among them.

Just in time for the 2020 Grammys, here is my annual list of top releases of 2019 (including Baroness, Lana Del Rey, Neil Young, Lizzo, and Slipknot).

A three-CD anthology showcases the Honeycombs, a British Invasion group. Plus, Wild Rabbit Salad, the Lil Smokies, and previously unheard work from the Righteous Brothers’ Bobby Hatfield.

A massive box set explores Pink Floyd’s post-1985 work. Plus, CDs from Seamus Egan and Big Mike.

Three years after Leonard Cohen’s death, a new album from him appears. Plus, live Springsteen material from the '90s.

The inevitable 50th anniversary edition of the Band’s classic second album offers reasons to upgrade. Plus, vintage live material from Simon & Garfunkel and an anthology from Australia’s Paul Kelly.