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4/20 Day: A Day for Smokin’ Music
As weed becomes legalized in more places, lifestyle industries are capitalizing on the buzz. The Jazz Dispensary label has a great set of jams in “Soul Diesel Vol. 2,” the perfect soundtrack to 4/20 day.
John Montagna
John Montagna is a bass guitarist, singer, songwriter (but not a “singer-songwriter”) and Brooklyn Native. He has toured the world and elsewhere with Alan Parsons, Todd Rundgren, The Turtles (featuring Flo & Eddie) and many other legendary hit makers, and he created the theme music for the top-rated comedy podcast “WTF With Marc Maron.” John prefers to view his all-consuming obsession with The Beatles as an asset, rather than a liability.
Sympathy for the Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters
Charlie Watts was the "heartbeat" of the Stones. A recent book breaks down why this timekeeper was one of the most masterful drummers of any genre.
Irma Thomas, “After The Rain” & The Soul of New Orleans
Hurricane Katrina was a gut punch to New Orleans' musicians like Irma Thomas. A reissue of a special album especially resonates today.
Jimi Hendrix and His “Black Legacy”
Jimi Hendrix is typically associated with classic rock. But this author argues he deserves a bigger place within black culture and music.
Brian Wilson & Van Dyke Parks’ “Orange Crate Art”
When Van Dyke Parks tapped Brian Wilson to collaborate on "Orange Crate Art," the result was more than memorable. A look at a 25th-anniversary reissue.