This year's list is an eclectic mix of metal (Black Sabbath), funky R&B (Janelle Monae), pop rock, hip-hop (Kevin Gates), folk rock gems (KT Tunstall), and a whole lot more.
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The 56th Grammy Awards – Music, Memories and Xanax
Get ready for a unique and extensive recap of the 2014 Grammy Awards, from the pre-show awards to the 21 televised performances and everything in between, from a genuine music enthusiast who saw it all in person.
Read More »Concert Review (NYC): ‘Barb Jungr: Dancing in the Dark’
The renowned British songstress sang songs that touched upon the motifs of night and the bleak winter season when light is most absent.
Read More »From Bananarama to John Legend – Justin Kantor’s Top 10 Album Picks of 2013
From smart and thorough expanded collections of classic '80s material by groups like Bananarama and Exposé, to the latest from soulful vocalists such as John Legend and Raheem DeVaughn, 2013 was a remarkable year.
Read More »Music Review: The Danny Petroni Blue Project – ‘The Blue Project’
Carrying on after Hurricane Sandy, Danny Petroni and Frank Lacy rock the blues.
Read More »Interview: Jason King – Music Scholar, Professor, and Industry Force
Co-founder of NYU's Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, Jason King discusses his roles as a professor, academic and popular journalist, bandleader, and industry consultant.
Read More »DVD Review: ‘Oil City Confidential’ – A Julien Temple Film
Julien Temple's movie capturing the spirit of the times and the history of Dr. Feelgood, John The Baptist to Johnny Rotten's Anti-Christ.
Read More »Music Review: Ray Charles – ‘Forever’ [CD/DVD]
Favoring more obscure material rather than the usual hits, this compilation is a good choice for casual fans looking to dig deeper.
Read More »Interview: Glenn Lewis – A Truthful Conversation
After a decade of industry challenges, soulful singer Glenn Lewis returns to the fold with his sophomore album, 'Moment of Truth.'
Read More »Music Review: Jonny Lang – ‘Fight for My Soul’
Jonny Lang takes a surprising new direction and delivers great contemporary soul and pop on his first CD in seven years.
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