Latest music news and reviews from your favorite artists. http://www.musicstack.com Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:55:41 GMT Sat, 25 May 2013 04:24:41 GMT Copyright 2013 - MusicStack en-us sdlfjsd;kl http://www.musicstack.com/articles/second-question http://www.musicstack.com/articles/second-question Music News Fri, 21 Dec 2012 13:55:41 GMT lkjlkjklj http://www.musicstack.com/articles/jkjlkj http://www.musicstack.com/articles/jkjlkj Music News Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:21:39 GMT test for dave http://www.musicstack.com/articles/test123 http://www.musicstack.com/articles/test123 Music News Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:13:32 GMT test test test this is going to be great dave http://www.musicstack.com/articles/what-isdifference-between-33-rpm78rpm http://www.musicstack.com/articles/what-isdifference-between-33-rpm78rpm Music News Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:26:29 GMT You can never have too much John Lennon in your life! “John Lennon: Life is What Happens, Music, Memories & Memorabilia” tracks Lennon’s legacy of music, art and activism in an exciting and memorable way, with more than 400 photographs, including many rarely seen before.The collection of photographs are of Lennon throughout his life and career, as well as memorabilia associated with this larger-than-life lad from Liverpool, as well as his Beatles band mates. In addition, you’ll discover quotes by and about Lennon, along with personal insights from fans and celebrities who recall Lennon’s impact on their lives.John Lennon: Life is What Happens, Music, Memories & Memorabilia is Goldmine’s Deal of the Week. SAVE NOW! http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/JohnLennon_Z7968-300x300.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/deal-of-the-week-john-lennon-life-is-what-happens http://www.musicstack.com/articles/deal-of-the-week-john-lennon-life-is-what-happens http://www.musicstack.com/articles/deal-of-the-week-john-lennon-life-is-what-happens Music News Wed, 03 Aug 2011 14:01:04 GMT By Gillian G. GaarSerious Beatle record collectors will undoubtedly have at least one of Bruce Spizers books on their shelves, which have delved into the history of The Beatles on the Vee Jay, Swan, Capitol and Apple record labels (in addition to his definitive account of The Beatles arrival in America, in The Beatles Are Coming!). Even noncollectors can enjoy his beautifully printed books, as they contain a wealth of information on how the records were packaged and marketed, along with interviews and numerous illustrations.Spizer had thought that The Beatles Swan Song (released in 2007) would be his last book. Instead, hes getting ready to publish another one, Beatles For Sale on Parlophone, written in collaboration with Frank Daniels (whose Price Guide For The Beatles American Records wa http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Beatles_Book.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/get-a-closer-look-at-the-fab-four-on-parlophone http://www.musicstack.com/articles/get-a-closer-look-at-the-fab-four-on-parlophone http://www.musicstack.com/articles/get-a-closer-look-at-the-fab-four-on-parlophone Music News Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:01:04 GMT Pokey La Farge, “La La Blues”Mavis Staples with Colin Meloy of The Decemberists, “The Weight”Devil Makes Three, “Old Number 7″By Bruce SylvesterAside from strong music, last weekends Newport Folk Festival reached a milestone: the first time in the fests 52-year history that it totally sold out in advance. Why? Because the lineup has embraced rough-edged post-punk retro Americana acts along with a few veterans of the legendary 1959-70 events: banjo maestro Earl Scruggs (age 87), Ramblin Jack Elliott (who turned 80 this week), Mavis Staples (who played 60s Newports in the Staple Singers) and the grand old man of folk music, 92-year-old Pete Seeger, who co-founded the festival back in the Eisenhower era.The Wailin Jennys opened the t http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/mavin_staples-300x224.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/newport-folk-festival-combines-trad-styles-with-acoustic-post-punk http://www.musicstack.com/articles/newport-folk-festival-combines-trad-styles-with-acoustic-post-punk http://www.musicstack.com/articles/newport-folk-festival-combines-trad-styles-with-acoustic-post-punk Music News Tue, 02 Aug 2011 09:01:04 GMT Oh No…the Commodores are not in the Rock Hall of Fame?(No. 43 in a continuing series on artists who should be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but are not)By Phill MarderPerhaps the most difficult part of writing this column weekly is trying to type with my head shaking back and forth. Because when it comes time to choose the weekly subject and I see who has not been considered and who has been inducted, my (choose one):(a) amazement(b) disgust(c) bemusement(d) sorrow(e) all of the abovecauses my noggin to sway side to side, so much so I’ll probably need a neck brace before this series concludes.When the selection process began there were so many huge names that couldn’t be ignored, even the Hall of Fame nominating committee got it right. But after the fir http://www.musicstack.com/articles/another-head-shaker-from-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame http://www.musicstack.com/articles/another-head-shaker-from-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame Music News Thu, 28 Jul 2011 17:01:08 GMT by Michael PopkeCrimson fans, rejoice! Adrian Belew, Tony Levin and Pat Mastelotto have combined the forces of their trios — the Adrian Belew Power Trio and Stick Men — for the upcoming Two of a Perfect Trio U.S. tour. It’s a rare treat, both for us in the band and for the audience, for three King Crimson members to be together onstage, Levin said in a prepared statement (although, oh, how I wish he would have told me directly). And the supporting cast are excellent players in their own right.According to sources, the performance will feature two sets with an extended encore of Crimson material. The show will kick off with sets by Stick Men (featuring Mastelotto on electronic and acoustic percussion, Markus Reuter on his self-designed Touch Guitar and http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/crimsontour-221x300.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/trio-of-king-crimson-members-to-reunite http://www.musicstack.com/articles/trio-of-king-crimson-members-to-reunite http://www.musicstack.com/articles/trio-of-king-crimson-members-to-reunite Music News Thu, 21 Jul 2011 20:01:03 GMT To this day, Foreigner has been ignored by Rock’s Hall of Fame(No. 42 in a continuing series on artists who should be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but are not)By Phill MarderOf the many sax players who have graced Rock & Roll since its inception, to me the recently departed Clarence Clemons was without equal.But the man he replaced atop my list of favorites was not far behind.Thus, a moment in the summer of 1981 always has been one of my supreme musical memories. I dont recall where I was driving, but the car radio was playing the latest offering from one of Rock & Rolls hottest groups. And it was a great one. And that was before the shock.There it was, smack dab in the middle of this latest blockbuster, the difference between a good record and a great record.I sa http://www.musicstack.com/articles/its-urgent-get-foreigner-into-the-rock-hall-of-fame http://www.musicstack.com/articles/its-urgent-get-foreigner-into-the-rock-hall-of-fame Music News Thu, 21 Jul 2011 17:01:06 GMT Question: Hello, a friend of mine wants me to sell his Beatles Magical Mystery Tour soundtrack. It has only ever been played 12 times, is in very good condition and its one of the originals produced by The Beatles made in England. (Is that uncommon?) It is a 1967 Capitol SMAL-2835 release, and includes the 24-page full color picture book, also in good condition. I am wondering where I could find some info about this release that would set a reasonable grounds for going about knowing how much itd sell for. Also where could this possibly be appraised, or does Goldmine have a guide? Idle, via e-mail Answer: Yes, Goldmine does have a guide check out the Goldmine Standard Catalog of American Records 1948-1991, available at http:shop.collect.com but Im afraid your friends copy of Magical Myste http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Beatles_MagicalMysteryTour.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/is-this-beatles-mystery-a-magical-record-for-a-collector http://www.musicstack.com/articles/is-this-beatles-mystery-a-magical-record-for-a-collector http://www.musicstack.com/articles/is-this-beatles-mystery-a-magical-record-for-a-collector Music News Tue, 19 Jul 2011 21:01:03 GMT Steve Morses resum reads part renaissance man, part hired gun. Rock, country, funk, jazz, classical and fusion music those styles are all in there, somewhere, on the 47 albums hes been part of so far.Hes done stints with Dixie Dregs, The Steve Morse Band, Kansas, Deep Purple, Angelfire and Living Loud, as well as tons of solo work.Morse took a break from the music industry for a while to become a commercial airline pilot. But it wasnt that long before he returned to music to perform on a live recording with Lynyrd Skynyrd, a move that reminded him where his passion lay.These days, Morse keeps busy with his solo work, collaborative projects and Deep Purple, and he still enjoys flying as an escape. So exactly what kind of albums could be notable enough to influence Steve Morse? If you guess http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/SteveMorse_MagnaCarta.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/the--albums-that-changed-steve-morses-life http://www.musicstack.com/articles/the--albums-that-changed-steve-morses-life http://www.musicstack.com/articles/the--albums-that-changed-steve-morses-life Music News Tue, 19 Jul 2011 12:01:25 GMT 2Cellos’ “Smooth Criminal”By Bruce SylvesterClassical music and rock are no strangers. Think back to Yes Grace Slick, not to mention the underpinnings of Aerosmith. (There were also Norman and Nancy Blakes wonderful guitarcello chamber bluegrass forays.) What better instrument than the cello for conveying tension?In a near-Cinderella tale for the Internet age, 24-year-old Croatian cellists Luka Sulic and Stjepan Hauser who grew up hearing U2 and Nirvana along with classical pieces created an arresting video of their dueting on Michael Jacksons Smooth Criminal. After it went viral on Youtube, Elton John invited them to tour with them, they made their American TV debut performing the song on The Ellen Degeneres Show and Sony Masterworks (which is no longer str http://www.musicstack.com/articles/cellos-brings-class-to-rock http://www.musicstack.com/articles/cellos-brings-class-to-rock Music News Sun, 17 Jul 2011 23:33:40 GMT Paul McCartneyYankee StadiumJuly 15, 2011By Pat PrinceWho is this Derek Jeter guy? Somebody said he’s got more hits than me.So began Paul McCartney’s rapport with the Yankee Stadium crowd on this Friday night, July 15, in the Bronx. McCartney casually strolled onstage with his band at 8:35 pm, and nearly three hours later, Macca and crew didn’t seem the least bit tired. Afterward, the people in the crowd could be heard remarking how great McCartney sounded for his age (69) and how energetic he appeared throughout (not once did McCartney seem winded; not once did it appear that he even sipped a bottle of water).Highlights were “The Night Before” by The Beatles (which McCartney noted had its live debut on this night} the spontaneous jam of &a http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/macca_yankees.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/mccartney-rocks-bronx-on-first-night-at-yankee-stadium http://www.musicstack.com/articles/mccartney-rocks-bronx-on-first-night-at-yankee-stadium http://www.musicstack.com/articles/mccartney-rocks-bronx-on-first-night-at-yankee-stadium Music News Sat, 16 Jul 2011 16:01:02 GMT Bruce Hornsby and the NoisemakersLive in Concert429 Records (B004WB0QNE)By Michael LovettFans of multitalented pianist Bruce Hornsby, rejoice! He has finally released a domestic 2-CD live album (his only prior live release was a limited edition Live In Japan). Anyone who can perform a live medley of Keith Jarrets Wind Up with the childrens folk song Big Rock Candy Mountain deserves kudos in my book. There are classical influences, such as Charles Ives and Samuel Barber. Theres a haunting medley of Hornsbys Fortunate Son with Pink Floyds classic Comfortably Numb. Deadheads will enjoy performances of Standing On The Moon, as well as the set opener Cyclone, co-written with Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter. One minor quibble: The quick fades between songs tends to interrupt the live liste http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/BruceHornsby_BrideOfNoisemakers-300x300.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/fans-should-rejoice-over-live-bruce-hornsby http://www.musicstack.com/articles/fans-should-rejoice-over-live-bruce-hornsby http://www.musicstack.com/articles/fans-should-rejoice-over-live-bruce-hornsby Music News Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:01:04 GMT Participants will get the chance to ask questions to ex-Yes vocalist Jon Anderson. Anderson has ventured on his own again, releasing a solo album this year called “Survival & Other Stories,” by Voiceprint Records.The live interview with Jon Anderson is FREE on Monday, July 25 at 8:00 p.m. eastern. To ask your questions, simply type in your questions in the specified text box. While Jon Anderson is interviewed by Goldmine editor Pat Prince, you can comment on anything you like: ask Jon to elaborate on an answer, or come up with your own questions.The live interview will last approx. 60 minutes.When you sign up: Each attendee will be entered into a sweepstakes.* One lucky winner will be picked at random to win Jon Anderson’s new solo CD “Survival & http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/yes_lithograph2.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/yes-fans-can-participate-in-jon-anderson-interview http://www.musicstack.com/articles/yes-fans-can-participate-in-jon-anderson-interview http://www.musicstack.com/articles/yes-fans-can-participate-in-jon-anderson-interview Music News Thu, 14 Jul 2011 23:01:10 GMT Paul Anka was one of Rock & Roll’s first teen idols(No. 41 in a continuing series on artists who should be in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, but are not)By Phill MarderThis week, two artists – Paul Anka and Bobby Vee – who became teen idols at the age of 15 in spite of their talent.The suggestion that Anka should be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is certain to draw scoffs from many. But those who were there when Rock & Roll started and those who have studied the facts and not revisionist fiction are aware that Anka was a major player in the early success of Rock.Just 15 when his first hit record, “Diana,” was working its way to the No. 1 position, the Canadian was riding the tour busses with a lot of other Rock tr http://www.musicstack.com/articles/two-teen-idols-for-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame http://www.musicstack.com/articles/two-teen-idols-for-the-rock-roll-hall-of-fame Music News Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:01:04 GMT Albert KingThe Definitive Albert King on StaxStax (B004N5DHI0)By Ray HoganA title like The Definitive Albert King on Stax lets fans of modern electric blues know that, if the two-disc set is marketed honestly, they are going to get some of the best guitar blues of the past 50 years. Stax Records, with its obscenely great house band in Booker T. and the MGs, became a surprisingly suitable fit for the man called The Velvet Bulldozer. He joined the Memphis label in 1967 and stayed with it until its demise in 1975.This compilation features 34 cuts from that eight-year relationship and includes the lions share of Kings greatest work. It takes nothing more than the first discs opening punch of Dont Throw Your Love on Me So Strong and Laundromat Blues to realize (or be reminded) that King could s http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/DefinitiveAlbertKingOnStax-300x300.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/the-definitive-albert-king-on-stax-perfect-for-casual-fan http://www.musicstack.com/articles/the-definitive-albert-king-on-stax-perfect-for-casual-fan http://www.musicstack.com/articles/the-definitive-albert-king-on-stax-perfect-for-casual-fan Music News Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:01:05 GMT CDs…Computers…the Internet…a lot has changed since 1971, when The Doors released L.A. Woman and lead singer Jim Morrison died. But the man, his music and mystique are as strong as ever.Celebrate the rock and roll poet with The Doors & Jim Morrison: True to His Own Spirit, Goldmine’s hand-picked collection that explores the life, death and legacy of Mr. Mojo Risin’ from a variety of perspectives.This exclusive package includes:The Doors’ L.A. Woman 180-gram virgin vinyl LP: Fire up the turntable and put on this 10-track reissue, which presents the original stereo mixes, artwork and inner sleeves. The lacquers were cut at Bernie Grundman Mastering in Hollywood, California, under the direct supervision of original Doors producere http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Morrison_goldmine_bundle.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/goldmine-limited-edition-bundle-commemorates-jim-morrison http://www.musicstack.com/articles/goldmine-limited-edition-bundle-commemorates-jim-morrison http://www.musicstack.com/articles/goldmine-limited-edition-bundle-commemorates-jim-morrison Music News Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:01:02 GMT  By Susan SliwickiMuch like Rodney Dangerfield, poor Bumble Bee Slim cant get no respect at least among many collectors of early blues recordings. Say his name and you can expect some eye rolling at the very least, akin to what would happen if a modern music connoisseur tried to argue that 1990s im-popsters Milli Vanilli had untapped talent and artistic depth beyond lip synching, rocking braided hairdos and doing the running man dance move.Unlike Milli Vanilli, Bumble Bee Slim had musical talent, particularly during his early recording career at Paramount, said John Tefteller of Teftellers Worlds Rarest Records.I never collected Bumble Bee Slim until I heard Rough Rugged Road, he admitted. Its a great record. Most people really dont like him, because a lot of pure blues enthusias http://www.goldminemag.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Bumble-Bee-Slim-Rough-Rugge.jpg http://www.musicstack.com/articles/bumble-bee-slims-later-work-belies-his-true-blues-chops http://www.musicstack.com/articles/bumble-bee-slims-later-work-belies-his-true-blues-chops http://www.musicstack.com/articles/bumble-bee-slims-later-work-belies-his-true-blues-chops Music News Tue, 12 Jul 2011 19:01:05 GMT