Celebrating John Lennon At 80
On what would’ve been John Lennon’s 80th birthday, a new collection celebrates the wide range of music he made during his life.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Magnet and Steel”
A whole host of songs reflect unrequited love. One of the best is Walter Egan’s 70s hit about Stevie Nicks, “Magnet and Steel.”
The Bookends’ “Calliope”: Rock ‘n Roll Sunshine
“The music of The Bookends is a groovy throwback to 1960s pop” as their fun, sophomore album, “Calliope,” aptly shows.
Ray LaMontagne’s “Monovision” — Soulful Songs of Life, Love
Ray LaMontagne’s “Monovision,” recalls the warm acoustic songs of artists like CSN, Van Morrison, and Jim Croce. Just what’s needed now.
Matthew Sweet’s “Girlfriend”: Power Pop and Positivity
Matthew Sweet is one of our best purveyors of power pop. His 90s-era album, “Girlfriend,” was a refreshing counter to emerging grunge.