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Music review: Steve Perry – ‘Traces’

“I know itĢƵ been a long time coming,” sings Steve Perry on the opening cut of his new solo effort.With “Traces,” the former Journey frontman rediscovers his passion for writing and singing since walking away from music after the bandĢƵ “Trial by Fire” in 1996.The new material ...

Music review: Rod Stewart – ‘Blood Red Roses’

My oldest brother was a big Rod Stewart fan back in the day. He had every Stewart album released from 1969 through 1981, including all the recordings by the Stewart-era Faces. Since I always respected my brotherĢƵ musical taste, it was natural that I too would become a fan of the charismatic ...

Music review: Josh Groban – ‘Bridges’

A world-renowned singer with the unmistakable baritone voice, Josh Groban is back with a new album of assorted musical offerings containing covers and original tracks of sophisticated charm orchestrated to engage, encourage and entertain.“Bridges” demonstrates the 37-year-old Los Angeles ...

Music review: Tori Kelly – ‘Hiding Place’

You may recognize Tori KellyĢƵ soulful voice from the Nationwide Insurance television commercials in which she sings the praises of the insurance companyĢƵ policy of always being on your side.Now, the 25-year-old singer-songwriter is singing the praises of a more heavenly nature on ...

Music review: Paul McCartney – ‘Egypt Station’

When you were a part of perhaps the greatest band of all time and recognized as one of most successful musician/composers in pop music history, expectations are always high when you release new music.With 55 years in the business of making memorable albums as a Beatle, leader of Wings and a ...

Music review: Crack the Sky – ‘Living in Reverse’

Formed in West Virginia in 1975, Crack the Sky made an immediate impact on me with two stellar albums of intriguing and intelligent progressive rock.Crack the SkyĢƵ self-titled debut caught my attention with infectious and distinct rockers like “Hold On,” “Surf City” and “I Don’t ...