Rock
Dire Straits and its string of hits made Mark Knopfler a well-known figure, but going solo gave him freedom to present a wider range songs.
With a powerful partnership, the possibilities for Hot Tuna, it seems, are endless.
Mainstay singer/songwriter/guitarist Dave Wakeling and the band were in fine form in Lowell, whipping through a hit-laden 90-minute set to an enthusiastic crowd.
A talk with Dave Mason, a R&R Hall of Famer who will be performing with Electric Hot Tuna at the Wilbur.
Chance’s The Big Day beautifully blends authentic passion with superior talent and special guests with star power.
This album lacks the desperation, the immediacy, the sheer power that made Sleater-Kinney essential in its original decade.
Now more than ever, “the people,” of all ages, want Queen. How lucky we are that Lambert, May, and Taylor are willing and able to deliver.
Have no fear! The Arts Fuse podcast will be returning soon in a new format.
Luke Spiller of the Struts: probably rock’s most commanding frontman since Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger, and Steven Tyler in their prime.

Music Commentary: In Brian Wilson’s World, Bad Vibrations Are Never Far Away
The recent death of longtime guitarist Nicky Wonder just the latest setback for pop genius Brian Wilson
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