Marshall Tucker Band’s Doug Gray on the Joy of Creative Fusion
PopMatters talks with Marshall Tucker Band founder Doug Gray about how embracing variety helps to ensure longevity.
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David Crosby Reaches for Transcendence (and Groove) with ‘For Free’
As he approaches 80, David Crosby makes his best solo album, climaxing his late career with poignant lyrics, strong grooves, and jazz harmonies.
The Reign of Kindo Discuss Why We’re Truly “Better Off Together”
The Reign of Kindo's Joseph Secchiaroli delves deep into their latest single and future plans, as well as how COVID-19 has affected not only the band but America as a whole.
‘Big Band of Brothers: A Jazz Celebration of the Allman Brothers Band’ Is Essential Listening (album stream) (premiere)
Big Band of Brothers is a truly remarkable and imaginative take on the music of the legendary Allman Brothers Band, rendered with affection and imagination, it asks us to appreciate the true genius of Macon, Georgia's finest.
“I Move in Shadows” Demonstrates Office Culture’s Impeccable Cool (premiere + Interview)
Brooklyn soft rockers, Office Culture tease their sophomore album with tune that captures the collective's inherent coolness, moving between ECM jazz and late '70s pop. Hear "I Move in Shadows".
Ed Palermo’s ‘Lousy Day’
With A Lousy Day in Harlem, the Ed Palermo Big Band abandons the Zappa tunes -- for now -- to focus on an engaging collection of jazzy tunes by Palermo and others.
John Scofield’s ‘Combo 66’ Sounds Like You’ll Be Hearing It Forever
Timeless guitarist John Scofield has the biggest audience of his career creating effortless, playful jazz that swings like yesterday but appeals in the present. Joyous.
Band Out of Time: Barney Hoskyns on Steely Dan: ‘Major Dudes’
Barney Hoskyns assembles a thoughtful, loving, and thorough portrait of the meticulously creative men behind Steely Dan.
Rotem Sails on the “Indian Ocean” in New Video (premiere)
Rotem Sivan's guitar skills are noted around the globe but he's an equally impressive songwriter, as he proves on "Indian Ocean".
Kindo Reemerge with Bombastic Funk/Jazz/Pop Intricacy on “Human Convention” (premiere)
The opening track from Kindo's upcoming record, Happy However After, is a wonderfully lively and complex ride.
As Mysterious As They Wanna Be: An Interview with Dungen
Dungen founder Gustav Ejstes talks about his band's international success, scoring a classic silent film, and the creative mystery.