Steel Train, are currently finishing up work on their ambitious sophomore album. Set for an October 2007 release, the still untitled album is being produced by Mark Trombino (Rilo Kiley,
This album ranks high along with the band's late 80's and early 90's efforts, bolstered by the producing efforts of Steve Lillywhite and the guitar of Johnny Marr on several tracks.
Paul McCartney recently released Memory Almost Full to virtual rimjobs from both his fans and the critics. The new album has also achieved serious commercial success, as it debuted at #3 on the U.S. charts. I grew up on McCartney’s music, and I’ve always been a huge fan of his solo catalog.
When I was 15 years old I couldn’t get enough of the guy, and I persuaded my mom to bring me to Giants Stadium for a McCartney concert. Besides the weird look on both of our faces when everyone around us started smoking pot, that was one of the best concerts I ever saw, and I’ve seen him play twice since then.
But enough about me, let’s get back to McCartney’s solo catalog. Everyone knows about Band On The Run, Maybe I’m Amazed, and Live and Let Die; but, McCartney had a number of minor hits that have kinda been forgotten about. This week’s B List takes a look at 10 underrated songs from Paul McCartney’s solo career. Read on after the jump for a full list and YouTube videos for each one…
We’ve always warned people not to get involved in drum circles in the lots. It’s lame, it’s cheesy, and unless you’ve got a head full of nitrous, it’s overrated noise.
Velvet Revolver have ushered visceral rock back into the top of the album charts next week with the July 3 release of their second CD Libertad (RCA Records). The band
After more than 30 years which he spent as a member of one of the world’s most successful bands, Queen guitarist Brian May has finally finished his PhD thesis which
Bob Dylan is set to have one of his classic tracks remixed for a release this October. ‘Most Likely You Go Your Way (And I’ll Go Mine)’ from the seminal
Blonde Redhead have announced that they will play 23 North American dates this summer and autumn in support of their recent album, ’23’. The New York-based trio will kick off
With the release of their debut album, Trading Daylight for Twilight, the Los Angeles-based quintet, Great Northern has created a unique brand of intimate modern pop music consisting of ethereal and expansive melodies.
Memory Man has its heightened moments, however the majority of the 11 tracks simply feel like they are muffled under water. Breakout hits “Something to Believe In” and “Outside” are what keeps Memory Man alive.
