It’s heavy, but it’s worth it.
Author: Pat Padua
Rediscover: Sachiko Kanenobu: Misora
One of the most unexpected and endearing Laurel Canyon-style folk-rock albums came from Japan.
Suzanne Ciani: Flowers of Evil
At once boldly experimental and melodically accessible.
Leto
Works as political commentary more than it works as entertainment.
Michael O‘Shea: Michael O’Shea
Michael O’Shea comes from an old soul, but its sound is timeless.
Various Artists: Too Slow to Disco Neo–En France
Too Slow to Disco Neo—En France is perfectly functional background music.
Beastie Boys Book: by Michael Diamond and Adam Horovitz
Diamond and Horovitz chronicle the band’s colorful history with excitement, flair and, contrary to the…
Various Artists Pacific Breeze: Japanese City Pop, AOR & Boogie 1976-1986
Chronicles the Japanese city pop movement of the ‘70s and ‘80s.
Rediscover: Mr. Imperium
The 1951 musical romance Mr. Imperium is forgotten for a reason.
Reiko Kudo: Rice Field Silently Riping in the Night
Rice Field Silently Riping in the Night emerges from patient introspection, but its charm is…