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George Harrison’s enthusiasm for Delaney & Bonnie’s Accept No Substitute nearly landed the duo on Apple Records—until label politics and Delaney’s double-dealing derailed the deal, sparking industry drama and setting off a ripple through rock history.
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During a visit to The Source AV, Jonson Lee auditions a carefully curated $10K system featuring Sonus Faber, Audio Research, and REL—and discovers a compact setup capable of truly moving musical experiences.
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Motown met the Summer of Love in 1967 with “Reflections,” as psychedelic soul emerged—while Sly & the Family Stone’s electrifying debut laid the groundwork for funk, disco, and the future of R&B.
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Delaney & Bonnie’s fallout with Stax over their debut LP “Home” triggered a musical detour to L.A., where they recorded the fiery “Accept No Substitute” for Elektra—an album so compelling, it captivated George Harrison himself.
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Jean-François’s McIntosh-powered setup hits a personal sweet spot, where rich bass, vivid timbres, and thoughtful tweaks—from power lines to speaker angles—have ended his upgrade itch and turned listening into a lasting joy.
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Ivan Doroschuk of Men Without Hats reflects on his synth-pop revival, embracing ‘80s nostalgia and global tours with humility and humor, performing “The Safety Dance” not once but thrice per show—for three generations of fans.
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In a candid interview, Metaxas & Sins founder Kostas Metaxas reveals how fashion, reel-to-reel tape, and a DIY ethos shaped his wild, high-end hi-fi designs—blending sonic purity with sculptural flair.
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Adele’s tearful Vegas cancellation sparked backlash not just for its timing, but for symbolizing spectacle over soul—an irony, given her voice alone could’ve carried a show that ticket holders paid thousands to witness.
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Joe Cocker’s breakthrough came in 1968 with a soulful, waltz-time cover of “With a Little Help from My Friends,” crafted alongside Chris Stainton and studio ace Jimmy Page—launching a transatlantic ascent capped by Woodstock.
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As Motown icons the Supremes and Temptations battled for chart dominance in 1966–67, psychedelic soul and funk pioneers like Sly Stone and James Brown began reshaping the sound of Black music—with drum breaks, distortion, and fire.
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For many audiophiles, pop songs are fun but often fall short in sound quality. Classical recordings, with strict rules and faithful production, offer breathtaking realism and absolute standards—making them the ultimate test for serious audio systems.
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After dismissing high-end audio cables as snake oil, a $900 silver phono cable blew Gilles Laferrière away—revealing clearer detail, richer timbres, and vast soundstage. Key factors? Room acoustics, speaker placement, and clean power made the difference.
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Donna Summer and Moroder-Bellotte pushed disco’s boundaries with Once Upon a Time (1977), a groundbreaking double concept album. Hits like “MacArthur Park Suite” and Bad Girls cemented her legacy as disco’s enduring queen.
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Bob Dylan’s 1980s spiritual detour shocked fans with gospel-only sets and preaching. By 1983’s Infidels, he returned to secular music, backed by stellar musicians, showcasing renewed creativity despite mixed critical reception and early digital recording controversies.
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Discovering Booker T. & the M.G.’s McLemore Avenue as a Beatles-ignorant 12-year-old, Wayne E. Goins recalls how the soul-streaked tribute became a personal classic—long before he realized it echoed Abbey Road note for note.
