Praiseworthy Girl Groups You’ve Never Heard
An anthology uncovers obscure gems from the girl-group genre. Plus, CDs from Good Old Boys, the Cleverlys, Mitch Woods, and Mary Lane.
Category: Album Reviews
Reassessing Rocker Robin Lane, Plus Standouts from Buddy Holly & Abigail Lapell
A new anthology offers a fresh opportunity to get acquainted with new wave rocker Robin Lane. Plus, a terrific CD from folksinger Abigail Lapell and Buddy Holly with strings.
Not Familiar with Tom Russell? You’re Missing Plenty
Tom Russell’s latest provides more proof that he’s a national treasure. Plus power pop from the High Strung, meditations on love from Colin Linden and Luther Dickinson, and a folk concept album about Mississippi.
The Mesmerizing ‘Springsteen on Broadway’ Arrives on CD
Bruce Springsteen’s acclaimed Broadway show remains compelling on CD. Plus, noteworthy reissues from Tom Petty, Big Star, and the Animals.
Eagles Take It to the Limit with New Box Set
On 14 discs, “Legacy” delivers just about everything an Eagles fan could want: CDs containing three concerts, singles, B sides, and 2013 remasters of all of their seven studio albums, plus one concert on DVD and another on Blu-ray.
Prog-rock Group Barclay James Harvest Mark a 50th Anniversary
A veteran progressive-rock outfit celebrates a half century of music-making. Plus, new CDs from Amy McCarley, Dennis Quaid, Pierce Pettis, and John Kilzer
