His songs have been recorded by the likes of Bonnie Raitt and Diana Krall. For many, his rank — just short of superstardom — remains a mystery. He’s just too good to be less than a household name.
Film Review: “Rocketman” — A Musical Fantasy
This fantasy musical is unexpectedly moving, a driven and musically satisfying experience for serious Elton John fans.
Theater Review: “The Heath” — Shakespearean Resonances
It’s impossible not to be moved by Lauren Gunderson’s elegant, understated writing.
Music Preview: Livingston Taylor — A Boston Treasure
“I see myself as I’ve always seen myself, as a pop musician in a folk genre.”
Jazz Preview: Pianist Joey Alexander — A Wizened Vet at the Age of 15
“The pressure, I believe, is the responsibility to work on your gift. It’s God’s gift, a calling for me to share.”
Music Preview: Les Poules à Colin — Definitely Not Celtic Lite
Les Poules à Colin specializes in mix-and-match: their music channels old medieval ballads and sugar shack Quebecois dance tunes.
Music Preview: The Wailin’ Jennys Return to Cambridge
“Our intention was something other than being famous. When you create art from that place, a song is going to connect with people.”
TV/Film Review: “Paterno” — Acts of Dishonor
What we want is for Al Pacino to convey something deeper, something illuminating about the fall of the hero from the highest reaches of the gods.
Film Interview: Making a Movie of “The Spinning Man”
A slow-motion road to the silver screen: Spinning Man author George Harrar talks about the journey from page to film.
Music Interview: The Sweet Remains — Performing Only When the Stars Align
This is a folk/rock trio whose sound and haunting harmonies harken back to Crosby, Stills & Nash, the Eagles and Simon & Garfunkel.
