REVIEWS:

What’s the read on the latest reissue releases and live performances by classic rock artists? What biopics, movies or documentaries are worth seeing in theaters and at home? What books about rock music and the people who make and work with it are worth reading. Our team also takes a fresh look at notable works in our Album Rewind series

Willie Nelson Does Rodney Crowell on ‘Oh What a Beautiful World’

The 2025 album arrived four days before his 92nd birthday.

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Jethro Tull—’Aqualung’: The Ultimate Concept Album

It proved successful, with the rock press heralding the album for its variety, seriousness and the unmatched musicianship.

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Vicki Peterson & John Cowsill Deliver ‘Long After the Fire’: Review

They serve up a diverse and mostly satisfying program that variously recalls country-rockers and the occasional Fleetwood Mac echo.

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Chicago’s Eclectic Debut Album: With Authority

Their speedy ascent was fueled by a landmark debut that made an immediate splash with critics and listeners, but it was more than a hit record.

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An Anthology from Joe Meek, Britain’s Phil Spector: Review

England’s Cherry Red label has been digging into the vaults and releasing boxed sets in a series called Joe Meek’s Tea Chest Tapes.

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Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass’ Swinging ‘Whipped Cream…’

The faux mariachi-style LP spent three years on the charts and appealed to seemingly every category of record buyer.

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Neil Young’s New Film ‘Coastal’ Reviewed: Take a Look at My Life

Shot in black-and-white, the 2025 film explores the current state of his never-ending odyssey of pursuing his muse.

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‘Fleetwood Mac: All the Songs’ Examines the Band’s Discography: Book Review

The centerpiece of the copiously illustrated new book is a chronological discussion of their recorded catalog.

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Psychedelic Furs’ ‘Talk Talk Talk’: More Than Just ‘Pretty in Pink’

With its raw energy and Richard Butler’s distinctive, darkly romantic vocals, the 1981 album pushed the band beyond its initial post-punk sound.

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Manassas: Stephen Stills’ Finest (Solo) Hour

Stills’ third full-length as leader showcased a collaborative ensemble flexible enough to cover a broad stylistic palette.

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