As the opening act for the Mamas and the Papas, he was still virtually unknown when he took the stage. Not for long though.
Author: Jeff Burger
Jeff Burger
Jeff Burger's website, byjeffburger.com, contains more than four decades' worth of music reviews and commentary. His books include the recently published Dylan on Dylan: Interviews and Encounters as well as Lennon on Lennon: Conversations with John Lennon, Leonard Cohen on Leonard Cohen: Interviews and Encounters, and Springsteen on Springsteen: Interviews, Speeches, and Encounters.
Critics may have dismissed it, but there’s a lot to like on the CD, and even more to appreciate on a new 25th anniversary edition.
The new collection may be their best yet, as it embraces all their hits, numerous standout LP cuts and eight potent live performances.
Throughout these live and studio performances, you’ll have trouble deciding which is more impressive: Mitchell’s music or vocals.
In the midst of numerous internal changes, the band released one of its most beloved studio albums, featuring several classic tunes.
Even those who are less enthralled with his work will have to agree that it takes you to a place you can’t get to any other way.
This is consistently remarkable stuff, and serious Mac addicts can be forgiven if they want all the versions they can get.
The album’s punchy rockers and lilting ballads uphold Hynde’s reputation as one of rock’s greatest and most emotive vocalists.
Recorded in concert before they had any hits, the performances reveal a band that was fully formed from the onset.
The Rock Hall inductee doesn’t sound like he did at his peak, but his new album is heartfelt and contains several understated numbers.