Posts From Jeff Burger
A New David Bowie Box Chronicles the Creation of ‘Ziggy Stardust’: Review
Included on the five CDs are 67 songs, among them demo, rehearsal and alternate mixes.
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Impassioned Music from Rock Pioneer Little Richard: ‘Right Now!’
The album, which he recorded in 1973, comes close to matching the impassioned music of his early days.
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Graham Parker Rockpalast Concerts Reissued with a Bonus: Review
His potent fusion of new wave and soul comes across loud and clear throughout on these 1978 and 1980 performances
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Queen Rock Montreal + Live Aid: At The Top of Their Game
The set offers the 1981 concert in a widescreen version as well as a full-screen format
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‘Bob Dylan: Mixing Up the Medicine’ Showcases a Ton of Previously Unseen Artifacts: Book Review
There is not a more fascinating book about the man than this one. It’s the place to go for fresh insights.
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Dr. John: An Anthology Focuses on His Peak Years
The 26-track, Gris-Gris Gumbo Ya Ya: Singles 1968-1974, also includes key album tracks
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An Anthology from the Byrds’ Gene Clark: Review
Original compositions dominate the career-spanning set, which includes contributions from Roger McGuinn and Gram Parsons.
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New Album Captures the Doors Live in Sweden: Review
The 1968 program draws material from their first four studio albums.
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A New Riders of the Purple Sage Concert Set from 1976: Review
The one-time Grateful Dead country-rock spinoff dipped into their earliest material and choice covers for this live show.
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A Rollicking Live Album from Willie Nile: Review
His instantly recognizable voice conveys urgency throughout the set, which features his guitar and piano work and a tightly knit backup trio.
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