Easton's remarkably versatile 1980s output is assembled compellingly on a new collection featuring hits, rare mixes, and unreleased tracks.
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Music Reviews: Van Morrison’s ‘Latest Record Project,’ Plus Our Band and Laura Nyro
Van Morrison’s new album—his 42nd studio LP and his eighth record in the last five years—includes a song called “Where Have All the Rebels Gone?” A more pertinent question might be, “Where has Van Morrison gone?” The answer, it seems, is to some strange and at times barely recognizable place. The …
Read More »Music Reviews: Leo Sayer, Wanderlust, Jack Grace Band, Dana Sipos, and a Tribute to an NRBQ Cofounder
Revisiting a British pop star's heyday, a multi-artist hat tip to NRBQ's Joey Spampinato, and more new releases.
Read More »Music Reviews: An Alligator Records Anthology and Tim Buckley Live plus Johnny Ace and the Four Tunes
An independent blues label showcases highlights from its first half-century. Also, a live set from the late, great Tim Buckley and anthologies from two early vocal acts.
Read More »Music Reviews: The Merseybeats and Merseys, plus Diana Jones and Eddie 9-Volt
A collection from the namesakes of the Merseybeat scene, plus Diana Jones and Eddie 9-Volt.
Read More »Music Reviews: Lulu, Plus Shannon McNally, Beth Whitney, and Ben Brown
An American one-hit wonder who has had a long and notable career in the U.K., plus an album of Waylon Jennings covers and more.
Read More »Music Review: Belinda Carlisle – ‘Belinda’ (Expanded Vinyl Reissue)
Demon Records’ two-disc vinyl reissue of Carlisle's debut album is an appealingly presented edition of an often overlooked chapter from her solo career.
Read More »Music Reviews: Fleetwood Mac’s ‘Live,’ Plus the Palace Guard and Bill & the Belles
A new edition expands Fleetwood Mac's 1980 concert album from 91 to 167 minutes. Plus noteworthy music from an obscure 1960s group and an upbeat vocal collection inspired by a divorce.
Read More »Music Reviews: ‘Peter Stampfel’s 20th Century in 100 Songs,’ Plus Steve Goodman and Buddy Holly’s Crickets
Longtime folk-music eccentric Peter Stampfel delivers a song for every year from 1901 to 2000. Plus, previously unreleased Steve Goodman demos and star-studded readings of Buddy Holly classics.
Read More »Music Reviews: Allman Brothers Live, Plus California Music, Drew Weaver, and Bob Bradshaw
A previously unreleased 1971 concert features Duane Allman, plus a partial Beach Boys reunion and more.
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