Nick Lowe’s Longevity Is Due to Old Magic
Nick Lowe has gone from being an angry, pub-crawling rocker to a pop music icon comfortable in his own (older) skin. How did he transition from those edgy ’70s and ’80s songs to his current jazzy ballads? What’s fostered this Indian summer in his career?
The Rolling Stones and 7 Stellar “Assists”
Occasionally, the Stones brought in outside musicians to help. Who can forget Eric Clapton on “Little Red Rooster” or Sonny Rollins on “Waiting for a Friend”?
After Elton John Reached the Top, He Aimed Even Higher
How do you follow up classics like “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”? With an autobiographical masterpiece, that’s how. “Captain Fantastic” has aged exceptionally well – and is a wonderful peek into Elton John’s journey to rock-god stardom.
The Moody Blues’ Finest Hour: “Days of Future Passed, Live”
The Moody’s landmark classic rock album from 1967 gets the full-on live treatment, with an orchestra, great visuals and the band enjoying every minute of the music. You’ll want “Days of Future Passed, Live” for your collection.
The 10 Best Pink Floyd Songs You May Have Never Heard
“Lucifer Sam,” “Fearless” and “Free Four” get overlooked on rock radio.