U2’s Achtung Baby: Ahead of Its Time, Now Timely
“Achtung Baby” is one of U2’s best. Inspired by French singers, Berlin grooves and a whole lot of intra-band pain. And it turns out to be prescient to what’s happening in the world today.
The Weeklings: A Strong Tribute to the Beatles
Like the Traveling Wilburys, The Weeklings rename their alter egos, including former Styx member Glen Burtnik who goes by Lefty. Learn more in this Q&A.
Cuban Jam Sessions: Havana at Its Hottest
Craft Recordings has put together a box set of Ramón Sabat’s recorded late night, Cuban jam sessions that represent Havana’s golden age.
We Can Make It If We Try: Bill Withers’ Top 10 Songs
He worked in an airplane factory as his biggest hit moved up the charts which explains why Bill Withers never lost that sense of “working man blues.”
Reconsider Me: The Rolling Stones’ “Black and Blue”
They auditioned one guitarist after another – which added to the flavor of this 1976 album – but Ronnie Wood won out. Carly Simon helped, too.