Even on this second album, George Thorogood and The Destroyers had already established the sound that would keep them popular for the next 35 years.
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Music Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers – ‘George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ [2013 Reissue]
George Thorogood and The Destroyers sound as fresh and fun now on this CD as they did 36 years ago.
Read More »Music Review: Sarah Vaughan – ‘Sophisticated Lady: The Duke Ellington Songbook Collection’
On this 2-CD reissue of her 1979 releases, Sarah Vaughan feasts on the music of Duke Ellington.
Read More »Music Review: Elvis Presley – “Elvis at Stax: Deluxe Edition”
I had always thought that Elvis's ‘70s music was past its sell date. This new three-CD set has completely changed that perception.
Read More »Music Review: George Thorogood and the Destroyers – ‘George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ [2013 Reissue]
Thorogood's debut didn't revolutionize American blues or rock and roll but it's enjoyable for the beer hall or smoky night club.
Read More »Music Review: The Smashing Pumpkins – ‘The Aeroplane Flies High’ [Remastered CD+DVD Box Set]
As a collection made up mostly of singles and jam sessions, this reissue is really only for the most ardent fans.
Read More »Music Review: Elvis Presley – ‘Elvis at Stax’ [Deluxe Edition/3-CD Box Set]
This Elvis reissue is not the place to introduce yourself to his music. It's for the collector who wants to dig a little deeper into his legacy.
Read More »Music Review: Elvis Presley – ‘Elvis At Stax’ [Deluxe Edition]
A good job of presenting Presley’s Stax sessions in a manner that makes sense
Read More »Music Review: George Thorogood and The Destroyers – `George Thorogood and The Destroyers’ and `Move It On Over’ [Remastered]
The re-issues of the first two albums from George Thorogood and the Destroyers are a mixed bag of stripped-down blues rock.
Read More »Music Review: Bill Evans Trio – ‘How My Heart Sings!’ [Remastered]
With Chuck Israels at bass, the Bill Evans Trio got back to the top of their game on this release.
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