John Wetton | Live Via Satellite – CD Review

As the lead singer of Asia, UK and King Crimson, plus an extensive solo catalog, John Wetton has lots to offer in concert. Live Via Satellite certainly proves this...

Grateful Dead | Fillmore West 1969 – Live Releases Review

In the nonstop cavalcade of live releases from the Grateful Dead camp, Fillmore West 1969 is a stand-out collection. Taken from the same four-night run comprising the legendary Live...

Rockpile | Live At Montreux 1980 – Live Release Review

Without hesitation, Rockpile's Live At Montreux 1980 gets your blood racing and your heart pounding quick. The band gets right to it, commanding you to move to the beats...

Dweezil Zappa | Return Of The Son Of… – CD Review

Have you noticed that some tribute bands are actually out-drawing the artists they’re paying tribute to? Funny world, huh? Nevertheless, the glut of tributes continue to invade casinos, county...

Grateful Dead | Friend Of The Devils: April 1978 – Live Release Review

When the drum solo comes around at concerts, lots of folks see that as an opportunity to head to the bathroom or beer line. When the “Drums” and “Space”...

The Who | Quadrophenia – Live In London – CD Review

There is, arguably, no other album in the Who's discography that divides fans' opinions more than 1973's Quadrophenia. For some, it's their greatest artistic statement, finally accomplishing what Pete...

Van Halen | Tokyo Dome Live In Concert – CD Review

The original lineup of Van Halen, together from 1974 until 1985, never released a live album during their time together. This, when you consider how powerful and energetic they...

Neil Young | Songs For Judy – CD Review

If you follow Neil Young's career with an ear for history, it seems like the mid 1970s was when the singer, songwriter, guitarist and activist really started to assert...

Deep Purple | In Concert With The London Symphony – Live Release Review

Deep Purple is at a stage in their career where they either fall under tweo labels: "classic rock oldies act" or "dynamic recording and touring act". In Concert With...

Greg Lake | Live In Piacenza – CD Review

Released a year after Greg Lake's passing, Live In Piacenza certainly delvers a double-edge sword of poignancy — recounting the ELP singer’s “Songs Of A Lifetime” solo tour, as...