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Early Soul Asylum: Ripe for Revaluation
Peter Jesperson, who signed Soul Asylum to Twin/Tone Records, is helming some amazing reissues. Here he gives a preview of what to expect: great music, incredible liner notes, and archival info.
Peter Jesperson
Peter Jesperson has been a music fanatic all his life. Originally from Minneapolis, he began in the music business in 1972 distributing UK rock weekly the NME; ran record store Oar Folkjokeopus ‘73–83; co-founded Twin/Tone Records in 1977; discovered and signed The Replacements in 1980, also co-producing and managing the band; was VP A&R/Production/Catalog for LA-based New West Records 1999-2016. These days Peter freelances in music production, consulting and writing.
Music You Need to Hear – Now
Clear your playlists. From Dylan to Dan Kelly to Wire, and lots in between, these are the artists you should hear now (if you haven't already).