music
Rush
As they get older, this band keeps getting looser and louder. Released as a digital single, Caravan serves as a preview of their upcoming album and is a great example of late era Rush. Cohesive melodies, loud guitars, nice showcases for each band member but especially a now 58 year old Neil Peart kicking... »
Thomas Dolby
His new EP came out a month or so ago and it is well worth your time. Only three tracks, but all surprisingly good. Track 2, The Toadlickers, in particular is quite a piece of work. I will admit that the album had to grow on me because I was hoping for a more... »
Busy week
…for music at least. New releases from Steve Hackett, Rush, Jeff Beck, and Thomas Dolby all found me at once. This week starts a series where I will review them track by track because they are all worthy of such attention. Stay tuned. »
Full Circle
My fancy dancy firewire audio interface crapped out on me recently. This coincided with my 11 year old nephew picking up the bass guitar and wanting to record for the first time. What to do… In the bottom of my closet lay the answer: my old Tascam 424 MKIII which had been gathering dust... »
music round up
This has been KISS week around here for some reason. I guess I’m in a mood. Number one on the list happens to be the new Wal-mart exclusive by the above, Sonic Boom. It’s not bad. Another three disc set ala the Journey box from last year. The new album is decent, the album... »