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
Argent’s Masterful, Underrated Debut: From Z to A
Out of the ashes of the Zombies came their keyboardist’s new band, Argent. Their debut album is one of rock’s most underrated of all time.
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Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble’s ‘Texas Flood’: Out of the Gate
Recorded as a demo over a long holiday weekend, the album launched the career of the legendary bluesman and gave the genre itself a huge boost.
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Rod Stewart’s Unequaled, Magical Masterpiece
His second solo album showcased an artist who excelled at both rollicking rock ‘n’ roll and tender, emotive ballads
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Supertramp’s ‘Crime of the Century’: Success at Last
Even before they set foot in the studio to begin recording, the band “knew we had a hit,” said Roger Hodgson.
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Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe 2023 Tour—Review
Nearly five decades after his debut, Costello concentrated on his early material, while his old pal Lowe provided a dynamic opening set.
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Mudcrutch in NYC in 2016: ‘This is Far Out’
The concert by Tom Petty’s “other” band allowed these remarkable musicians to showcase their talents. They were joined by none other than Roger McGuinn
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Lindsey Buckingham Christine McVie Album: Mac-To-The-Basics
What you’ve got here is Mac-to-the basics. It’s at once familiar and sparkly-new. You’re going to want to come back to it often, for a long time.
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The Rolling Stones’ ‘Some Girls’: The Grooves of Now
With punk rock nipping at their aging heels, the Stones revved things up with classic tracks like “Shattered,” “Miss You” and “Beast of Burden.”
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Bob Dylan’s Sensational ‘Shadow Kingdom’: Review
If you’re a fan, don’t think twice about checking out this new collection—this performance is not just all right, it’s fantastic.
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The Cure Live in Vancouver: Review
For nearly three hours, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees surveyed their entire career, making the arena feel intimate.
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