It’s impossible for me to overstate the importance of the American Graffiti soundtrack. This is my Anthology of American Folk Music. I’ve owned this album continuously since its release in 1973 — when I was 4 years old — and it continues to influence how I hear bands and process music. You get the early […]
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My rules are simple. Write about 7 albums that have meant something to me over the years. An album each day for the next 7 days. I wanted to stay away from the icons like Dylan, The Beatles, Nirvana, and Bruno-era Bruce Willis because that’s too easy. I’m gonna do my best to keep it […]
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10 years ago today, The Adios Lounge made its worldwide debut, released in the wild to literally tens of people. Post #1 was a trifle of an idea, but at least I discussed The Replacements. The band’s Twin/Tone albums had just been reissued, so that was my excuse to link to “Takin A Ride” […]
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Following Oscar Peterson on stage at a concert in 1967, Duke Ellington (facetiously) remarked: “When I was a small boy, my music teacher was Mrs. Clinkscales. The first thing she ever said to me was, ‘Edward, always remember, whatever you do, don’t sit down at the piano after Oscar Peterson.’” –Duke Ellington With all […]
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When you start thinking about rock ‘n’ roll turning into rock you can typically point to The Beatles and just say, “Watch what they do.” The British Invasion itself is a convenient starting point. I mean, ultimately you’re just choosing a spot on the map, but these spots hold high ground. However, another way you […]
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