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Album/Book Reviews: The Doors-Soft Parade (50th Anniv.), Plus Jerry Leger, Swans, Specialty Records
By Jeff BurgerA 50th anniversary edition of the Doors’ ‘The Soft Parade,’ plus albums from Jerry… -
Music Blu-ray Review: The Rolling Stones - Bridges to Buenos Aires
By Chaz LippIf you celebrated the summer of 2019 with the Stones' 'Bridges to Bremen,' you can plan to ring in 2020… -
Blu-ray Review: Abbott & Costello: The Complete Universal Pictures Collection - 80th Anniversary Edition
By Chaz LippGigantic box set that includes 28 feature films and tons of extras, collected on 15 discs. Many of these… -
Album/Film Reviews: Tim Buckley, Chuck Berry, Gene Clark, Elliott Murphy
By Jeff BurgerAn exceptional Tim Buckley concert surfaces and a Chuck Berry concert film comes to Blu-ray. Plus material… -
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Gadget Review: Globe Electric's Soft White Dimmable Frosted LED Smart Bulb
A smart bulb worth looking for in upcoming sales if you're switched on to the idea of remote-controlled… -
Album Reviews: Bruce Springsteen - Western Stars (Songs from the Film), Plus Plus Rampart Records, the Revelers, New Riders of the Purple Sage
By Jeff BurgerBruce Springsteen releases live versions of the songs on his recent ‘Western Stars’ CD. Also:… -
Album Reviews: Rolling Stones - Let It Bleed (50th Anniversary Ed.) & Bridges to Buenos Aires
By Jeff BurgerThe Rolling Stones dig into the vaults to offer an anniversary edition of the classic ‘Let It Bleed’… -
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Music Review: The Beatles - Abbey Road Superdeluxe 50th Anniversary Edition
By Chaz LippWhile the bonus tracks aren't as engrossing or revelatory as the previous two superdeluxe Beatles boxes,… -
Album Reviews: Bob Dylan - Bootleg Series, Vol. 15, Travelin’ Thru, 1967-1969, Plus Kinky Friedman, Moody Little Sister, Steve Goodman
By Jeff BurgerThe latest volume of Bob Dylan's bootleg series features must-hear collaborations with Johnny Cash. Plus… -
Album Reviews: The Bakersfield sound, Plus Music from Brian Wilson & the Carter Family
By Jeff BurgerA 10-CD box set chronicles the rise of country music’s Bakersfield sound. Plus, releases from Brian…
Music Review: Bob Dylan's 'Rough and Rowdy Ways'
Think Bob Dylan's best work is behind him? His first new album of original material in eight years suggests otherwise.
Music Reviews: Jeb Loy Nichols’s Masterful ‘Season of Decline,’ Plus VickiKristinaBarcelona and Kristen Grainger
A gem from the little-known Jeb Loy Nichols, plus VickyKristinaBarcelona covers Tom Waits and Kristin Grainger offers an excellent folk/bluegrass blend.
Music Reviews: Iggy Pop’s ‘The Bowie Years,’ Plus John Craigie, Anthony Garcia, and Lee Gallagher
James Osterberg—who goes by the decidedly more hip-sounding name Iggy Pop—has twice made a distinctive mark on the music world. First, from 1969 through the early 1970s (when he was using the equally rock-ready moniker Iggy Stooge), he served as vocalist...
Music Reviews: John McCutcheon’s ‘Cabin Fever,’ Plus the Staples, LeRoux, the Wildmans, and Anthony Geraci
Folkie John McCutcheon delivers songs during a pandemic. Plus, reissues from the Staples and new music by Anthony Geraci, LeRoux, and the Wildmans
Music Reviews: Dion’s Blues with Friends, Plus the Harmed Brothers, Nate Lee, and Darlin’ Brando
If you’re surprised to see a blues album from Dion, you haven’t been paying attention. Yes, he is primarily known for his wonderful early-rock-era records with and without the Belmonts, but even in those days he delivered a smattering of blues...
Music Reviews: Teddy Thompson, Bessie Jones, Joe Ely, G.F. Patrick, Gravel & Grace…and an Elliott Murphy Film
Teddy Thompson comes back strong, plus a gem from Alan Lomax's archives, new folk and R&B acts, and a film starring Elliott Murphy.
Music Reviews: Steve Forbert, Doc Watson, Nine Seas, Scott Ellison, Hawk, Holy Hive
Steve Forbert serves up an album of covers. Plus, early music from Doc Watson and CDs from Nine Seas, Scott Ellison, Hawk, and Holy Hive.
Album Reviews: The Choir's Unexpected Second Act, Plus Laura Cortese, Crystal Shawanda, Siren Songs
A garage rock outfit resurfaces after half a century. Also: a contender for best-of-2020 lists and two more noteworthy new CDs.
Album Reviews: Lucinda Williams, Mark Olson & Ingunn Ringvold, and a World Music Anthology
When Lucinda Williams began her career four decades ago with a pair of albums on the Smithsonian Folkways label, it didn’t take long to conclude that she was a major talent. Still, few could have guessed back then just how...
Album Reviews: Special Consensus, John Stewart, the Nighthawks
Special Consensus, Chicago Barn Dance. Chicago probably isn’t the first city you’d associate with bluegrass, but a fairly strong connection exists, perhaps most notably via the WLS National Barn Dance, a Grand Ole Opry-style radio program that lasted more than four decades. In...
Album Reviews: Whitney Rose Triumphs, Plus Willie Nile, Pharis & Jason Romero, America
Whitney Rose displays a rock and roll sensibility on her latest album. Plus releases from Willie Nile, Pharis and Jason Romero, and America.
Album Reviews: The Animals’ Second Act, Plus New Gordon Lightfoot
A five-CD set covers the Animals’ psychedelic period. Plus, a solo outing from Gordon Lightfoot.
Album Reviews: Rod Stewart, Ben Bostick, & a Psychedelic Anthology
Classical Treatment for Rod Stewart’s ClassicsRod Stewart now has something in common with Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, the Carpenters, Elvis Presley, and the Beach Boys: like those other artists, he has had the vocals from his early hits melded to new symphonic arrangements by...
Album Reviews: Steve Goodman, David Bromberg, Western Centuries, Rory Block
An early concert from Steve Goodman, new material from David Bromberg, and noteworthy releases from Western Centuries and Rory Block.
Album Reviews: A Final Word from Game Theory, Plus Matt Wilson, David Nail, Eliza Gilkyson, Lisa Mills
Unexpected material from Game Theory confirms the group’s excellence. Plus, more noteworthy releases.
Movie/Album Reviews: Bob Dylan's Masked and Anonymous, Plus Carla Olson
Bob Dylan’s 2003 film, which has just been reissued in high definition, is a mess, but you might nevertheless want to see it at least once. Also: an album of harmonious duets featuring Carla Olson.
Album Reviews: Sam Cooke - The Complete Keen Years, Plus Michael Doucet, Michel Petrucciani, Chris Maxwell
A box set collects Sam Cooke’s early pop hits and album tracks. Plus, Cajun artist Michael Doucet, jazz pianist Michel Petrucciani, and pop/rocker Chris Maxwell.
Album Reviews: Various Artists - Echo in the Canyon, Plus Claudettes, David Childers, Hot Club of Los Angeles
Jakob Dylan and friends cover late 60s music from Southern California. Plus more new releases.
Gadget Review: Globe Electric smart home products
Globe Electric makes smart home setup simple with its app- and voice-controllable products
Album Reviews: Bruce Springsteen & Friends - Peace, Love & Understanding, Plus the Mastersons, Will Sexton
A three-and-a-half-hour holiday concert from Bruce Springsteen features great music and luminous guest artists. Plus, Will Sexton and the Mastersons.
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Gadget Gift Guide: Anker's Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro Wireless Earbuds
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Gadget Gift Guide: Anker's PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB-CD PD Ethernet Hub
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Gadget Review: Globe Electric's Soft White Dimmable Frosted LED Smart Bulb
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Gadget Review: Anker Innovations' Roav Bolt with Google Assistant
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Not sure went wrong here. Oscar-nominated screenwriter making her directorial debut. Cult fave comic miniseries as source material. Three great stars - Melissa McCarthy, Tiffany Haddish, Elisabeth Moss - headlining.
A heist thriller with two marquee names but not enough thrills. Bruce Willis is really a supporting player here to Michael Chiklis. Should've been more interesting.
Double Emmy winner (for star/writer/director/creator Bill Hader and co-star Henry Winkler) this HBO Original Series is funny and quirky.
Ten episodes that look and sound great on HBO Home Entertainment's new three-disc Blu-ray set.
The 1953 beloved Disney animated classic is back in print - outfitted with some new bonus materials too.
The sequel to the 2015 hit family film has been met with universal acclaim. If you missed it in theaters, here comes your chance to get caught up at home.
Gal Gadot, Ben Affleck, and the DC Extended Universe gang arrive on a variety of physical home media formats on March 13. 'Justice League,' the fall 2017 blockbuster sequel to 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,' is also currently available as a Digital HD download.
The upcoming release boasts a complete performance of the entire 'Tommy' album, with a set of additional Who classics plus bonus features. Also available on CD and vinyl.
Pete Holmes created this funny HBO series about a struggling comedian. Holmes stars as a version of himself, and the new Blu-ray release includes one of his hour-long stand-up specials.
Lena Dunham's iconic HBO series winds up on a strong note with its sixth season, which is nominated for four Emmy Awards.
Legendary guitarist's 2016 concert featuring special guests including Steven Tyler and Buddy Guy will be available October 6, 2017 on multiple formats.
The Stones acclaimed 'From the Vault' series rolls on with this 2015 concert, available in a variety of formats.
On September 12, 2017, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment reissues Steven Spielberg's classic.
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