Punk Rock

Stateside in 1967, folks were tuning in and dropping out, but in Paris they were tuning in to Thelonious Monk. "Monk Live In Paris, 1967, Volume Two" hits the streets on October 9.

In the UK, according to Wikipedia, Richard has sold more than 21 million 45s, making him the third-highest-selling artist in singles chart history, behind only the Beatles and Elvis Presley.

Strawberry Alarm Clock's penchant for psychedelia remains obvious throughout their excellent new album, but its sound, which incorporates elements of dream pop and power pop, has become much more complex and sophisticated.

Ministry's Al Jourgensen: "It's been quite a ride, but I'm completely at peace with the fact that it's done. It's time to herd goats."

A multi-artist tribute focuses on little-known numbers that previously existed only in Pete Ham’s home demo versions. Their excellence underscores how much untapped potential he possessed.

"While the world is waiting for the UFC Freedom 250 on June 14 at the White House, I challenge President Putin to a cage match," says Pussy Riot.

Deluxe editions from Neil Young and The Cranberries and a world premiere recording of a long-lost opera highlight this week's new-release news.

How on earth (or elsewhere!) did Talking Heads' sound originate, and how did it evolve? 'Tentative Decisions' doesn't quite answer the question, but it's fun to hear these early live tracks.

Rocker Jesse Malin's touching and joyful autobiographical musical brings to life the legendary NYC music scene of the '70s and '80s even as it revolves around the spinal stroke that rendered him paraplegic in 2023.

Like its predecessors, this latest compendium inevitably sounds as if it were designed for someone with multiple personalities.