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Music Review: The Moody Blues – December
The Moody Blues: Chapter 16.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – Let Freedom Sing: The Music of the Civil Rights Movement
Not just a collection of great music; it’s an audio history book.
Read More »Music Review: Liza Minnelli – Liza Minnelli: The Complete A&M Recordings
Liza Minnelli's entire catalog for the A&M label makes its CD debut.
Read More »Music Review: Liza Minnelli – The Complete A&M Recordings
A varied and rich collection of an under appreciated artist during her prime.
Read More »Music Review: Straight No Chaser – Holiday Spirits
Straight No Chaser presents an a cappella Christmas.
Read More »Music Review: Frank Sinatra – On the Radio: The Lucky Strike “Lite-Up Time” Shows 1949-1950
A nice overview of this radio that reveals Frank Sinatra was the consummate professional and his voice never left him.
Read More »Music Review: Margot Blanche – Pages In My Diary
A gifted singer, a creative songwriter, and a talented producer with a flair for theatricality.
Read More »Music Review: John Burnett Swing Orchestra – West Of State Street/East Of Harlem
You'll find yourself listening to some great music performed by musicians who really care about what they are doing.
Read More »Music Review: Sarah Vaughan & Woody Herman – On The Radio: The 1963 ‘Live’ Guard Sessions
Two legendary musicians and a lot of plugs for the National Guard!
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