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David Rickard
Aug 22, 20244 min read
Jeff Beck: The Guitar Virtuoso Who Redefined Rock Music
Jeff Beck is a name that resonates deeply within the world of rock and roll. A guitarist who transcended the boundaries of conventional...
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David Rickard
Aug 21, 20243 min read
Black Sabbath – Vol. 4
Album Review: Black Sabbath – Vol. 4 Artist: Black Sabbath Album: Vol. 4 Release Date: September 25, 1972 Genre: Heavy Metal...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20243 min read
Grateful Dead – American Beauty
Album Review: Grateful Dead – *American Beauty* (1970) *American Beauty* by the Grateful Dead, released in November 1970, stands as one...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20244 min read
Miles Davis' 'Round About Midnight
Album Review: Miles Davis' 'Round About Midnight Miles Davis' 'Round About Midnight , released in 1957, is often heralded as one of the...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20243 min read
Robin Trower – Bridge of Sighs
Album Review: Robin Trower – Bridge of Sighs Released in 1974, Bridge of Sighs  stands as one of Robin Trower’s most defining works,...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20244 min read
Alter Bridge – Pawns & Kings
Album Review: Alter Bridge – Pawns & Kings Alter Bridge’s seventh studio album, Pawns & Kings , marks a significant return to form for...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20243 min read
Simon & Garfunkel – Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme
Album Review: Simon & Garfunkel – Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme  (1966) Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme , the third studio album...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20243 min read
John Coltrane Quartet – Crescent
Album Review: John Coltrane Quartet – Crescent Released: July 1964 Label: Impulse! Records Personnel: John Coltrane (tenor saxophone),...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20244 min read
King Crimson – Starless and Bible Black
Album Review: King Crimson – Starless and Bible Black Released: March 29, 1974 Genre: Progressive Rock, Avant-Garde Label: Island Records...
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David Rickard
Aug 12, 20243 min read
Diana Krall – All For You (A Dedication To The Nat King Cole Trio) (1996)
Album Review: Diana Krall – All For You (A Dedication To The Nat King Cole Trio)  (1996) Diana Krall's 1996 album, All For You (A...
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David Rickard
Jun 26, 20243 min read
The Art of Vinyl Collection: A Nostalgic Voyage Through Vintage Record Albums
Vinyl records have stood the test of time, evolving into cultural icons cherished by music enthusiasts. The experience of holding a vinyl...
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David Rickard
May 14, 20244 min read
Exploring the Timeless Epic: Led Zeppelin's "Physical Graffiti"
Introduction: Led Zeppelin's sixth studio album, "Physical Graffiti," stands as a monumental testament to the band's prowess and...
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David Rickard
Mar 13, 20243 min read
The Enduring Legacy of "London Calling" by The Clash: A look into Punk's Magnum Opus
When The Clash released "London Calling" in December 1979, they not only redefined what punk could be but also set a new benchmark for...
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David Rickard
Mar 12, 20243 min read
The Timeless Allure of Miles Davis's "Kind of Blue"
In the world of jazz, few albums possess the iconic status and universal acclaim of Miles Davis's "Kind of Blue." Released on August 17,...
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David Rickard
Feb 28, 20243 min read
The Allman Brothers Band at Fillmore East: A Monument in Live Rock Albums
The Allman Brothers Band's live album, "At Fillmore East," is a seminal piece in the landscape of American rock music. Recorded over the...
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David Rickard
Feb 16, 20242 min read
Pink Floyd's "Animals": A Deep Dive into the Classic Album
When Pink Floyd released "Animals" in January 1977, they not only added another masterpiece to their discography but also cemented their...
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David Rickard
Feb 14, 20243 min read
Buying Your First Record Turntable
For music enthusiasts, the allure of vinyl records is undeniable. The rich, warm sound, the tactile experience of flipping through...
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David Rickard
Feb 13, 20242 min read
The Allman Brothers Band's "Eat A Peach": A Monument in Southern Rock
In the pantheon of classic rock albums, few have achieved the legendary status of The Allman Brothers Band's "Eat A Peach." Released in...
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David Rickard
Feb 13, 20243 min read
Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory: A Deep Dive into Dream Theater's Masterpiece
In the annals of progressive metal, few albums hold as revered a status as Dream Theater's Metropolis Pt. 2: Scenes from a Memory....
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David Rickard
Feb 12, 20243 min read
Unfurling the Sad Wings of Destiny: A Deep Dive into Judas Priest's Iconic Album
In the annals of heavy metal, few albums hold a place as revered as Judas Priest's "Sad Wings of Destiny." Released in 1976, this...
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