Reading Between Lou Reed’s Lines
There’s no doubt that Lou Reed is among the most influential songwriters in the (still) short history of rock n’ roll.
The Adele of the ’80s: Alison Moyet
Alison Moyet’s warm, bluesy voice wove through keyboardist Vince Clarke’s sinuous synth lines on hits like “Situation” and “Don’t Go.”
Caravan of Morrison
With the passage of time, Van Morrison’s music now appeals more to this writer’s contemplative side.
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).
Bruce Springsteen: The Boss of Concerts
You can get an excellent taste of The River Tour via the film of a 1980 Tempe, Arizona concert which comes as part of the “The Ties That Bind: The River Collection” box set.