Joan Osborne Deserves to ‘Relish’ Her Triumph 30 Years Later
Today, Joan Osborne stands among the most underrated singer-songwriters of her time because most people don’t know how well she can sing or write.
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SASAMI Delivers a Dazzling Shimmering Pop Rock Gem
Blood on the Silver Screen sounds like a sonic masterpiece for modern times, with SASAMI’s ability to dazzle in varying formats while singing her heart out.
The Lathums Create Delightful British Rock on New LP
The Lathums have fulfilled the promise of “Crying Out” with a series of singles and two hit albums. Now, they have released a hard-hitting third album.
Yes’ Close to the Edge Appears in a New Super Deluxe Edition
Yes’ Close to the Edge remains a progressive rock landmark, but Rhino’s new Super Deluxe Edition does little to further that legacy.
Archers of Loaf’s Defiant ‘Vee Vee’ Is an Indie Classic
Archers of Loaf’s Vee Vee takes on the mythos of rock stardom, the underbelly of local music scenes, and their rules. It also critiques consumerism.
Is Wilco’s ‘A Ghost Is Born’ Reissue the Perfect Box Set?
That most of the extras on Wilco’s A Ghost Is Born gel into a cohesive listen is a hell of a triumph. That they entice enough for repeat listens is nothing short of a miracle.
Between the Grooves of Radiohead’s ‘The Bends’ at 30
Radiohead’s first musically important album, The Bends is 30. It’s where the group’s experimental inclinations initially took flight.
Coheed and Cambria Offer Fresh Ideas on Muscular Hard Rock
Coheed and Cambria are in a contemplative mood, but that doesn’t stop them from deploying their trademark intricate guitar riffs and catchy choruses.
Queens of the Stone Age Played Long Game with ‘Lullabies to Paralyze’
Circumstances surrounding Queens of the Stone Age’s ‘Lullabies to Paralyze’ forced the band to transition and double down on their iconic brand of alternative rock.
Cryogeyser’s Shawn Marom Goes Time Traveling
Alt-rocker Shawn Marom discusses Cryogeyser’s career-peak new record, which is a magical, heartfelt journey through grief and growth.
Hamilton Leithauser’s ‘This Side of the Island’ Is Refreshing and Rewarding
Hamilton Leithauser’s This Side of the Island features some incredibly compelling tracks and his most sophisticated instrumentation to date.
Bob Mould Wrestles with the Fascist State of the Union
Bob Mould’s reliably brilliant songwriting chops are in top form on Here We Go Crazy as he rages against fascism and shows how anger can keep us going.