The Gold Needles: 21st Century Psychedelia
The Gold Needles are what you might get by mixing the Byrds, the Beatles, the Beach Boys and XTC. With a dose of INXS thrown in.
Pezband: ’70s Power Pop Rediscovered
Pezband created some of the best “power pop” of the 70s. A new remix captures the joyous (and often ferocious)sound that had them opening for Blondie and The Police.
Jon Brion Is Anything But Meaningless
Film composer, a producer, and one heck of a talented musician… His solo album “Meaningless” illustrates that last part especially.
A Bit About Power Pop’s Past and Future
Pugwash further enriches a music genre with an already-rich history.
The Clear Appeal of Tinted Windows
If you like power pop in the vein of Cheap Trick, The Knack, Jellyfish, The Raspberries and Big Star, you should check out the relatively unheralded but hugely entertaining Tinted Windows.