Let Dave Davies have his legacy
For 60 years, Dave Davies has been wrongfully diminished for one of his greatest musical contributions.
Music
A Charlie Brown Christmas
The soundtrack for A Charlie Brown Christmas by Vince Guaraldi may be the most important album in all of jazz.
Dark Horse – The problem wasn’t the vocals
George Harrison’s album Dark Horse is often considered a low point of his catalog but it’s not for the reasons often cited.
Five Queen Songs You Should Hear
Queen released a ton of hits in their heyday but some of their lesser known tracks deserve a lot more recognition.
The Little Known Sequel to Waterloo Sunset
Waterloo Sunset is often regarded as a masterpiece and one of the greatest pop songs ever written but did Ray Davies compose a sequel?
A History of Beatles Trading Cards
Despite being one of the biggest pop culture phenomena of the 20th century, there are surprisingly few Beatles trading card sets.
Alex Winter Delivers the Ultimate Zappa Documentary
The Alex Winter directed documentary Zappa is as close to a perfect documentary as one can make that doesn’t last ten hours.
Kinks and Beats episodes by album
A complete listing of Kinks and Beats episodes arranged by the albums each episode’s subject songs appeared on for the Kinks, Beatles, and solo artists.
Elvis’ Christmas Album
Elvis’ Christmas Album is one of rock’s most enduring holiday offerings with several definitive renditions and a side dedicated to traditional fare.
The Phil Spector Christmas Album
Holiday music would be very different without the Phil Spector Christmas album. Despite his faults, he knew how to orchestrate the feel of Christmas.
The Jackson 5 Christmas Album
The Jackson 5 Christmas album is one of the most enduring and belovd albums of the season but, regardless of the season, it’s a Motown masterpiece.
From Out of Nowhere – First listen review
There’s plenty to enjoy about From Out of Nowhere, ELO’s latest release, and there’s even quite a bit to love about this return to form.
Arthur (or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)
To call Arthur (or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire) a Kinks masterpiece is an understatement. It’s a rock masterpiece.
Beatles release Here Comes the Sun video
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Abbey Road’s release, The Beatles released a new video for Here Comes the Sun and it is magical.
Titan Yellow Submarine Merchandise Commemorates Film’s 50th
A new wave of Titan Yellow Submarine figures is set for a release alongside the film’s 50th anniversary.
I Crave Affection Baby But Not When I Drive
I Crave Affection Baby But Not When I Drive is the second full length album released by British Gonzo Rock band, Tankus the Henge.
The White Album
50 years after its release, The White Album receives a complete overhaul and the results will make you fall in love all over again.
Village Green Preservation Society
1968 was kind of a big deal for rock music and sometimes lost among the crowd is The Kinks’ classic Village Green Preservation Society.
Egypt Station
Egypt Station, Paul McCartney’s 18th solo studio recording, falls somewhere in the middle of his extensive catalog with just enough quality to save it from itself.
Perfect Songs: Waterloo Sunset
Waterloo Sunset by The Kinks is one of those songs that every songwriter wishes they had written but few will ever come close to composing.
Topps Wrapper Art set 5 includes Lauper, Kong, and vintage hoops
Topps Wrapper Art set 5 includes artwork from three classic trading card sets including King Kong, Cyndi Lauper, and the first Topps basketball series.
Wrapper Art Set 2 – The Beatles, Rocky, and Hot Rods
2018 Topps 80th Anniversary Wrapper Art Set 2 includes art from the packaging of The Beatles, Rocky II, and Hot Rods trading cards.
Five Tom Waits Songs You Should Have in Your Collection
Even if you’re not a fan of the strange world of Tom Waits music, these five songs should be in any music fan’s record collection.
Sgt Pepper turns 50 with a stunning new remix
In a rare acknowledgement of their age, The Beatles released a stunning remix of Sgt. Pepper to commemorate the album’s 50th anniversary.