‘John Lennon/Plastic Ono Band – The Ultimate Collection’: Review
A half-century after its release, the best post-Beatles solo album remains a cathartic and invigorating listen. Continue reading…
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Reissue Roundup: Winter Sets From Black Sabbath, Bob Dylan, More
A rundown of new box sets, deluxe editions and archival releases from the past few months. Continue reading…
Paul McCartney, ‘McCartney III’: Album Review
Following 2018’s ambitious ‘Egypt Station,’ legend strips back and goes totally solo for third one-man-band record. Continue reading…
Reissue Roundup: Fall Sets From Elton John, Jimi Hendrix and More
Archival sets include deluxe editions of classic records, remixed collections of big hits and previously unreleased live shows. Continue reading…
Neil Young, ‘Archives Vol. II: 1972-1976’: Album Review
Ten discs from the legendary singer-songwriter at his peak. Continue reading…
Rush’s ‘Hemispheres’: How Philosophy, Surrealism Inspired Cover
“There was a lot of discussion about Dionysus and Apollo and the left-brain, right-brain [theory],” art director Hugh Syme says of artwork for 1978 LP. Continue reading…
Bruce Springsteen, ‘Letter to You’: Album Review
The Boss reunites with the E Street Band for a rollicking return to spontaneous rock ‘n’ roll. Continue reading…
Tom Petty, ‘Wildflowers and All the Rest’: Album Review
Solo LP from 1994 is expanded with outtakes, home recordings and a live disc, enriching an already rewarding record. Continue reading…
Prince, ‘Sign O’ the Times: Super Deluxe Edition’: Album Review
Late legend’s masterpiece gets a massive overhaul that documents period of creative explosion. Continue reading…
Reissue Roundup: Summer Sets From Doors, Fleetwood Mac and More
Anniversary boxes, deluxe re-releases and other goodies from the vaults highlight latest archival sets. Continue reading…