Neil Peart was a thinking man’s octopus behind a massive drum and percussion kit that he played with blazing speed and peerless precision.
Book Review: Biographies of Lou Reed and Warren Zevon — Satisfying Lives of Singular Talents
Two recent biographies take very different approaches as they revel in the wild lives and examine the distinctive songs of two of rock music’s most enigmatic figures: Lou Reed and Warren Zevon.
Concert Preview: Club Passim Celebrates 60 Years with a Birthday Bash
At a time when a number of established music venues in the Boston area have closed, Club Passim continues to thrive, thanks to the loyal grass-roots support it has enjoyed over six decades.
Film Feature: “The Rabbi Goes West” — Not Your Typical Gefilte Fish Out of Water Story
The turf war for the bodies and souls of Montana’s Jews makes for an engaging inter-tribal drama.
Music Interview: “Going to the Place That’s the Best” — Norman Greenbaum Returns Home to Malden
The hit 1969 song “The Spirit in the Sky” by Malden’s own Norman Greenbaum is the inspiration for one of several new works of public art.
Music Feature: Funny Tales and Flying Fingers — Keyboard Whiz Rick Wakeman Steps Out
Prog legend Rick Wakeman is grumpy — becoming a septuagenarian means he can no longer party like it’s 1969.
Music Preview: The Waterboys Bring the Action to Boston and Northampton
The Waterboys has always existed as Mike Scott’s vehicle for his egalitarian musical vision.
Music Interview: No Way To Slow Down — Ian Anderson Marks 50 Years of Jethro Tull in America
Jethro Tull founder Ian Anderson brings the group’s classics to Medford’s Chevalier Theatre on September 11.
Music Interview: At 73, Dave Mason is Feelin’ (and Playin’) (and Singin’) Alright
A talk with Dave Mason, a R&R Hall of Famer who will be performing with Electric Hot Tuna at the Wilbur.
Music Interview: From Bass Goddess to Singer/Songwriter — Tal Wilkenfeld
With the release of her second solo album, Tal Wilkenfeld has become more than a bass virtuoso: she’s a sensitive songwriter, expressive singer, and capable guitarist.