Rock’s Steve Miller Opens Up the Vault, Plus the Mavericks, Sofia Talvik
A box set from Steve Miller Band collects alternate versions and live tracks, including much previously unreleased material.
Category: Album Reviews
A Ramones Set Delivers a Shot of Adrenaline, Plus Janiva Magness, Nilsson, and Lost Bayou Ramblers
A live set displays the Ramones at their best. Also, a John Fogerty tribute, unearthed Nilsson music, and a Cajun concert.
Three Reasons to Take Another Stroll Down Abbey Road
The Beatles’ final studio project reappears in a 50th anniversary edition. Also, fine new releases from Dori Freeman, Daniel Martin Moore, and Jason James.
A Massive Anthology Showcases the Bakersfield Sound
A 10-CD box set chronicles the rise of country music’s Bakersfield sound. Plus, releases from Brian Wilson and the Carter Family.
A Live Set Underscores Paul Young’s Excellence
A live set from pop/soul singer Paul Young, plus the soundtrack from the Springsteen-inspired ‘Blinded by the Light’ and CDs from Dale Boyle, Big Star, and Modern Love Child.
A Box Set Documents Elvis Presley’s Comeback
Elvis Presley had a lot to prove in 1969. A box set documents this key career juncture. Plus, a look at influential early country recordings.
