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Save your souls!… Black Sabbath leads the way in this latest history lesson in the roots of hard rock and heavy metal.
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There are myriad products that claim to clean audio power, but which matter most? Industry experts rank dedicated lines, power conditioners, and wall outlets as top upgrades, while opinions diverge on fuses and power cables.
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By the time Frank Sinatra stepped onto the stage at the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort in Palm Desert, California, on February 25, 1995, he had already spent over five decades redefining American music. At 79, Sinatra was more myth than man—a living legend who had crooned his way through generations, from wartime ballrooms to…
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South Korea’s Mon Acoustic ditches hype for honesty, crafting AMT-equipped speakers in aluminum shells to deliver pure, uncolored sound now making waves in North America.
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Happy New Year everyone! On deck are some recent releases, peppered with a couple of disappointments. After all, not all of our music purchases (vinyl or otherwise) are perfect!
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Paul Whitehead, the artist behind Genesis’ album covers, reflects on his iconic work and creative journey. Alter egos, the Borg Symphony, live concert paintings, and his ever-evolving artistry continue to define his innovative spirit.
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To celebrate its 75th anniversary, McIntosh Labs is collaborating with mastering facility Sterling Sound on a series of AAA analog tape-recorded vinyl releases. John Seetoo and Frank Doris take a look at the first release in the series.
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Frank Doris continues to mine his experience accrued over 50 years of playing in bands, offering insight into brand identity, having a set list, and playing music you don’t like for the sake of entertaining the crowd!
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In this episode, writer and self-taught musicologist Claude Lemaire chooses Iron Butterfly, Jeff Beck, and even the Beatles as pioneering heavy rock influencers.
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Tom Gibbs reveals how Euphony’s new software and a top-notch DAC took his music system to stunning new heights, with sound so real it feels like a live concert.
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Writer B. Jan Montana’s childhood awe of the Titanic’s selfless musicians sparks lifelong reflections on life, mortality, and religion, ultimately embracing joy over rigid dogma.
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When N.W.A. released Straight Outta Compton on August 8, 1988, it marked a seismic shift in music, culture, and the way America viewed hip-hop. The album was a raw and unfiltered portrayal of life in the streets of South Central Los Angeles, delivered with an urgency and authenticity that had never been heard before. Not…
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John Mayall’s last show took place on March 26, 2022, at The Coach House in San Juan Capistrano, California. This performance marked the end of a remarkable 65-year touring career. During this final concert, Mayall, who was 88 years old, performed with his band, which included Greg Rzab on bass, Jay Davenport on drums, and…
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On June 18, 1967, the Monterey Pop Festival bore witness to a performance that would become legendary in the annals of rock history. Jimi Hendrix, a relatively unknown guitarist at the time, took the stage and delivered a performance that catapulted him into superstardom and forever changed the landscape of rock music. This electrifying set,…
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In the pantheon of rock and pop gods, few names resonate as powerfully as Freddie Mercury and Michael Jackson. Now imagine, if you will, the sheer cosmic magnitude of these two titans crossing paths, not on a stage, but in the intimate confines of a recording studio. Yes, it happened. Freddie Mercury, the flamboyant frontman…