Virginia Rodrigues' offering to the soul of music
Virginia Rodrigues' offering to the soul of musicCharleston City PaperThat first time Veloso heard Rodrigues singing "Verônica," a traditional Brazilian song, he was moved to tears by her "celestial voice." It would not be the last time someone chose to describe her voice in heavenly terms. For her part, Rodrigues has ...
M83, Mick Taylor and Regina Spektor Play New York City
M83, Mick Taylor and Regina Spektor Play New York CityDNAinfoThis year Frey released his first solo album in 20 years, "After Hours", a collection of classic American pop songs performed in a smooth lounge style. Glenn Frey plays Town Hall tonight. Named after a distant celestial galaxy, and inspired by ...
VINTAGES Classics, May 2012 – Six “values” under $69
VINTAGES Classics, May 2012 – Six “values” under $69Canada.com (blog)Matthew Jukes says the Hobbs RRV owns an ”…innate understanding of the celestial Pinot form.” The Scores are RP (92) , WS (91), JR-ST (90) and CT's (91). Poderi Colla Roncaglie Barbaresco 2007 (715763, $49) totes Cru vineyard status and reminds me ...
Ten things to do this week
Ten things to do this weekEdmonton JournalChess Records covers have played a seminal part in Thorogood's repertoire, and here he pays homage to 10 classics, including songs by Bo Diddley, Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters and Willie Dixon. While seeing a gritty bar band in a theatre may seem a bit odd ...and more »
Readers' panel: Cocteau Twins
Readers' panel: Cocteau TwinsThe Guardian (blog)I'm glad that Cocteau Twins, my favourite band, haven't reformed for another tour and laboured through live recreations of their stunning, soul-nourishing classics. Not because reunion tours tend to present us with a diminished version of a band's ...and more »