B-Sides

Reboots are all the rage in Hollywood in these days, with seemingly every property under the sun in some stage of development or pitch. Last month, Den of Geek reported that there are currently 121 reboots in the works. Many of these, of course, won’t see the light of day, but a lot will. That’s […]

When I made the arrangements to return to my old stomping grounds at UVM’s Patrick Gymnasium on December 12, 1976, I had no idea Rory Gallagher was opening for Dave Mason. I was aware of the late great Irish bluesman’s pedigree, to some extent, but mostly as the linchpin of the stellar trio Taste, not […]

A few weeks ago, singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins played a show at Baton Rouge’s Red Dragon Listening Room which was nothing short of mesmerizing. With an aching timbre in his voice, hints of a southern accent he comes by naturally by way of Georgia inflecting into the emotional passages he is singing, Mullins has grown into […]

With his 40th studio release, The Prophet Speaks, and articles galore on the 50th anniversary of Astral Weeks, not to mention frequent touring and a rumored project with Willie Nelson, Van Morrison stories abound these days. His output in the last couple of years has been staggering, reflecting perhaps a newfound energy and a commitment […]

Roxy Music’s nomination for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame offers an intriguing opportunity to recognize an unorthodox outfit for its ingenuity and innovation. In reality, that hardly qualifies as a fate complete, given the fact that the Hall of Fame isn’t necessarily known for rewarding rock’s more adventurous outfits. It was […]

With 2018 just about wrapped up, it’s never too early to round up Glide’s calls for best of the year. The year didn’t spell for any significant trend or sound but instead was influenced by the artistic growth of many a female songstress including Becky Warren, Courtney Marie Andrews and Erika Wennerstrom- making her solo […]

For a bunch of guys not born and raised in New Orleans, The Revivalists have certainly nailed down the sound. Adding bits of their own homegrown cayenne pepper to the mix, they have a fun, funky, danceable rhythm that audiences go wild over. And if you haven’t seen them live yet, you better get yourself […]

It hardly seems possible that the golden-haired waif who represented the innocence and purity residing at the core of all ‘60s sensibilities turns 75 on November 7th. Joni Mitchell was — and still is — the quintessential folk goddess whose songs provided a soothing serenity during otherwise tumultuous times. They guided the way towards a […]

We’re in the midst of something of a horror renaissance. Relegated for years to the lower echelons of cinema, the last decade or so has brought a resurgence of horror as art. Of course, any time you have an upswing like this, Hollywood begins looking backward to find old movies that might deserve another go. […]

Cherub is an electro-indie band from Nashville, Tennessee formed in 2010 consisting of Jordan Kelley and Jason Huber. They have earned a big following courtesy of such unadulterated hits like “Doses & Mimosas,” “XOXO,” “Freaky Me, Freaky You.” Obviously, Cherub strays on the side of a good party, but that’s not to say their music […]

For an artist as prolific as Jackson Browne, a man who made such an indelible imprint on modern music and who practically defines that revered genre referred to as the singer/songwriter, it’s somewhat strange to find that his impact on the pop charts has been scant at best. Given the fact that his albums have […]

Tomten is a trio from Seattle, Washington. Often described as baroque or dream pop for their prominent use of organ, electric piano and analog synthesizers, they share a wide influence from early power-pop to electric folk. The band formed in 2008 when singer/keyboardist Brian Noyes-Watkins met original bassist Lena Simon (La Luz, Kairos) at art […]

Prior to INXS’ Sept. 27, 1997 show, there was no way for their fans to know it would end up being their last with frontman Michael Hutchence. But in retrospect, the warning signs had been there for a long time. The show at the Coca-Cola Star Lake Amphitheater in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania concluded a 77-date tour in support […]

The stories behind Chicago’s vaunted appearance at Tanglewood is almost (but not quite) as fascinating as the performance itself. The original headliner for this date of the late Bill Graham’s Fillmore At Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts was purportedly Joe Cocker, but neither he nor alternate choice Jimi Hendrix was unable to make the date. Now, […]

Andy Platts and Shawn Lee of Young Gun Silver Fox shouldn’t dismiss the term yacht rock when describing their new album AM Waves and its brand of of 70’s SoCal-infused pop rock that recalls Ambrosia, Doobie Brothers and to a modern day extent Mayer Hawthorne and Chromeo. Recorded at The Shop in London and Roffey […]

It was 50 years ago this month that YES played their first ever gig in Essex, England. After all of this time, spanning twenty one studio albums, nearly as many lineup changes and interpersonal as well as professional strife, YES featuring ARW – Jon Anderson (vocals), Trevor Rabin (guitar/vocals) and Rick Wakeman (keys) – is […]

One of the most intriguing ways to discover music is to listen to new up-and-coming artists/bands similar to bands you already enjoy. After venturing off into similar artists on Spotify to The Smiths, couldn’t help but notice a young, charismatic band from Liverpool, England, SPINN. The first song that introduced us to SPINN is a […]

In 1971, Aretha Franklin scored another major career first, affirming her crossover credibility by becoming the first R&B artist to headline a date at the fabled venue that was ground zero for all that encompassed the budding West Coast scene, the Fillmore West. The live album that resulted, Aretha Live at the Fillmore West, became […]

Tom Waits’ first seven albums, originally released by Asylum Records through the 1970s, have been remastered and reissued on CD, vinyl, and digital this year. Here, we take a closer look at the first phase of this legendary artist’s career. Closing Time (1973) The modern and most popular perception of Tom Waits is of the […]

There are hardly any good things to say about the state of America these days, but even though it feels like the country is going to shit, you might as well fire up the grill and crack a few beers this 4th of July. With any cookout or party, having a proper soundtrack is essential. […]