The One-Hit-Wonder File: “96 Tears”
That distinctive organ riff helped make “96 Tears” a classic hit. And its appeal wasn’t lost on other artists, including The Ramones and Aretha.
6 Reasons to Love the Kurt Baker Combo
Love power-pop along the lines of Elvis Costello and Nick Lowe? You’ll want to check out the juicy songs of the Kurt Baker Combo.
Dread Zeppelin: Hammer of the Gods Meets Reggae
Even Robert Plant loves this crazy mashup of reggae, Led Zeppelin…and Elvis.
Big Star: An Appreciation
All three of Big Star’s albums made Rolling Stone’s list of the “Greatest Albums of All Time.” No wonder artists from REM to the Posies cite the band as a major influence.
