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The March 2 edition of Greasy Tracks featured an interview with drummer Roger Earl who discussed the recent release of Foghat’s Sonic Mojo. Here’s the archive, while a playlist is here. Earl talked about how the new album — the band’s first in seven years — came about, including a touching insight on Kim Simmonds’ co-writing three …
The Feb. 17 edition of Greasy Tracks focused on the amazing, yet heartbreaking life of legendary drummer Jim Gordon. Here’s the archive, while a playlist is here. Guest Joel Selvin provided insight as he discussed Drums & Demons: The Tragic Journey of Jim Gordon (Diversion Books), the biography he penned, which comes out Feb. 27. Renowned musicians …
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Raymond Scott isn’t a household name compared to Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig or the Roadrunner, but the composer played a vital role in the groundbreaking work at Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies. Scott’s legacy is kept alive and celebrated in the recent release of Playland at the Beach (Little Village Foundation) from Jeff …
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The Dec. 23 edition of Greasy Tracks featured a three-hour spotlight on the legendary Jorma Kaukonen on his 83rd birthday. Here’s the archive, while a playlist is here. Renowned for his work as a founding member and guitarist for the Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, Kaukonen recently wrapped up Hot Tuna’s final electric tour with long-time bandmate …
The Dec. 16 edition of Greasy Tracks featured an interview and in-depth feature on veteran bassist Bobby Vega who discussed his just-released What Cha Got (Little Village Foundation). Here’s the archive, while a playlist is here. Vega’s earliest professional gigs as a teen included work with Bo Diddley and Sly Stone, but over the years he would …
The Oct. 14 edition of Greasy Tracks featured music by artists from Florida, Long Island, New Jersey, Ohio and Ireland along with live offerings from Friends of the Brothers ahead of their up-coming area appearance. Here’s the archive, while a playlist is here. Friends of the Brothers bring their celebration of The Allman Brothers Band to The …
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The Sept. 30 edition of Greasy Tracks featured the latest release by The Z3, Filibuster For Frank, as well as a healthy smattering of Frank Zappa music, just because. Here’s the archive, while the playlist is here. The Z3 is a trio featuring Bill Carbone (drums), Tim Palmeri (guitar) and Beau Sasser (keys) which has been doing …
When it comes to Rufus Thomas’ contributions to music and his incredible legacy — which is sadly underappreciated — get a pen and paper because the list is quite impressive. If it’s dance music, he’s a go-to. Nicknamed “The World’s Oldest Teenager,” Thomas’ catchy dance tunes and unique style are captured on cuts like “Do …
Brothers and Sisters by The Allman Brothers Band captured the Phoenixlike group at a new creative high when it came out 50 years ago, but it would end up being so much more. The July 22 edition of Greasy Tracks featured an in-depth look at the legendary 1973 album as author Alan Paul discussed his …
New releases from The Wood Brothers and Boris Garcia were featured on the May 27 edition of Greasy Tracks. Check out the archive, while the playlist is here. There was also interviews with Oliver Wood who discussed The Wood Brothers’ latest, Heart Is The Hero (Honey Jar/Thirty Tiger) and Boris Garcia’s Bob Stirner, who talked about It’s …