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Friday, March 11 2011

Neil Diamond: The Bang Years 1966-1968

This long-overdue compilation showcases Neil Diamond the rhythm fiend, the backbeat scientist, the Dr. John of NYC guitar-slingers.


Wednesday, November 3 2010

Neil Diamond: Dreams

The charm of a confident man who understands the beauty of pop music and the serious allure of emotional lyrics.


Tuesday, August 5 2008

Neil Diamond: Home Before Dark

Home Before Dark is an album of rare beauty, grace and eloquence that captures Diamond in all his plain-spoken and big-hearted glory.


Monday, October 31 2005

Neil Diamond

Diamond may not be as restless as he used to be but the momentum he generated in the early part of his career has kept him in constant -- albeit continually slower -- motion.


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Tuesday, July 6 2010

Red White and Bling: Neil Diamond's "America"

When considering past Fourth of Julys, the tune that usually brings a star-spangled tear to my eye is Neil Diamond’s “America”. Something about this clip,…


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Tuesday, December 30 2008

Song sung blue? Not if it's being sung by a reinvigorated Neil Diamond

You wouldn't think of Neil Diamond as someone who needs to re-invent himself. But when an artist signs up to work with mega-producer Rick Rubin,…


Friday, July 18 2008

Don't try to send Neil Diamond to Vegas — at 67, he's still packing arenas

Neil Diamond talks in a brooding Brooklyn baritone. It's hard to tell when he's done making his point, because his tone never wavers, his voice…


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