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
‘The Who Sell Out’ Goes Super Deluxe: Review
It preceded both ‘Tommy’ and ‘Who’s Next’ but for many fans the group’s third studio LP remains the most creative of their career.
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Aerosmith Triumphs at Jazz Fest 2018: Watch
The band’s first performance of the year was at a surprising event as they treated the Crescent City to a 17-song set. Our recap…
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John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band: ‘The Ultimate Collection’ Review
Those who love Lennon’s music will savor what constitutes one of the most creatively assembled boxed sets of recent years.
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Allman Brothers Band’s ‘Down in Texas ’71’: Review
If you’re hungry for more early-era ABB, this set is worth a look. Its program includes both originals and a handful of classic blues covers.
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Lynyrd Skynyrd at Knebworth 1976: Review
The concert is well preserved on this release, which features 11 numbers, among them “Gimme Three Steps,” “Workin’ for MCA” and “Call Me the Breeze.”
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Kurt Cobain: The Puzzle Pieces He Left Behind
The Nirvana frontman died at 27. Our review of the documentary ‘Montage of Heck,’ an in-depth look at his life and work
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‘Bob Dylan 1970’—New Treasures from the Vaults: Review
This is your chance to be a fly on the wall and listen in as Dylan explores his options, tries out different voices and delivers a wide variety of songs.
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The Band’s ‘Stage Fright’ Expanded—When ‘3rd Best’ is Still Phenomenal
Sometimes, it’s still easy to imagine that you’re listening to people making music on a front porch a couple of centuries ago.
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Tommy James and the Shondells Complete—Review
With 17 Top 40 hits, and covers by everyone from Springsteen to Dolly Parton, they were a major act. Now, finally, all of their work is in one place.
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Buffalo Springfield 2018 Tribute Concert Led by Richie Furay
An all-star lineup that also included Micky Dolenz and Susan Cowsill performed at an L.A. benefit concert for a great cause
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