Yes, even The Beatles had songs that did not fully register at the time. Great songs overlooked, edged-out by more popular or promoted songs. A dozen (there are many more), but here are 12 that quickly come to mind. “No Reply” – From Beatles for Sale (1964), written most by Lennon while on holiday. Offered … More The Beatles: 12 Under-Appreciated Songs
Poco leader and guitarist suffered a fatal heart attack yesterday. He was 75 years old and was in the band for more than 50 years. Poco went through many iterations through the years with Rusty being the only original member to play the entire with every version. Rusty came close to retirement back in 2013, … More Rusty Young Remembered
John Lennon has been gone more than 40 years now. How is that possible? Lennon’s solo work has been remastered in recent years and repackaged. Now, this material has been remixed and expanded packages of his solo albums are getting the grand treatment. John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band, his first official solo album, has arrived in … More John Lennon: Gimme Some Truth
In his 70s, Neil Young has opened the vault. The best way to tell your story is to release your art. Young has been busy making available his music and films, releasing them his way. In Neil Young’s world, it is his way or no way. He’s amassed an incredible library of his work, from … More Neil Young Archives Vol. 2
We all can think of classic rock songs that have been played to death on the radio, to the point we turn the station. These are good songs that I can no longer stand to hear. Thankfully, I do not listen to radio much these days, but it is impossible not to hear many of … More Most Overplayed Songs
These 12 maybe are not the best, but they are quite interesting for a variety of reasons. I have included documentaries in the list. In no particular order. A Hard Day’s Night (1964) The Beatles in their first film. A cheeky semi-documentary and a classic. Millions had seen the Beatles on Ed Sullivan and many … More A Dozen Rock and Roll Films
I’ve had the opportunity to meet a variety of musicians over the years. I collect autographs and have built up a nice collection. The opportunity to have an interaction, although usually brief, has been a great thrill. Celebrities understand that fan encounters are part of the game, although it no doubt gets weary and can … More Interactions with Famous Musicians
If you are a Yes fan, this is a must-have album. This was their third album release and the one that broke them into the big-time. The Yes Album and the follow-up, Fragile, arguably their two best albums, were released in 1971. Many will argue that Close to the Edge is their best album and … More The Yes Album: 50 Years Later
Neil Young is in the twilight of life, but you wouldn’t know it by the incredible number of projects he has in development. He may be the youngest 75 year old. During the pandemic, there was no touring, yet that didn’t slow Young, who worked on his archives, readying several albums for release, concerts, shelved … More Neil Young: COVID Music
If you follow this blog, you know I make a lot of lists. The thing about lists is it makes you choose and justify in your own mind. My colleague Peter said he took a cue from one of my blogs and developed a list of 10 songs he would enjoy if stuck on a … More Ten Desert Island Songs
