by Kev Rowland | Oct 6, 2025 | Reviews
In 2022 Dutch singer Reinier de Greef (known professionally as Terry Newman) contacted Don Schiff if he had any songs he felt would be a good fit for his vocal style, and they were soon collaborating together on the title cut of this album. Drummer Mike Terrana (loads...
by Kev Rowland | Oct 6, 2025 | Reviews
One advantage of being old, is that I was around for some great music and back in 1979 I was sixteen, so consequently my record buying revolved around finding singles (and finally albums) from bands in the NWOBHM movement. I loved Samson, Iron Maiden, Def Leppard and...
by Kev Rowland | Oct 6, 2025 | Reviews
I am thoroughly enjoying the remaster reissues of classic albums coming out on Concord, and here we have the 1959 debut by the wonderful Memphis Slim. The guitarist on this record is none other than Matt “Guitar” Murphy, who notably was a major influence...
by Kev Rowland | Oct 6, 2025 | Reviews
This three-track EP finds Polish pianist Maja Babyszka working with British woodwind virtuoso Gilad Atzmon and Greek free improviser drummer Nikos Sidirokastritis to create something which has its roots in live composition but is definitely more than “just” that. One...
by Kev Rowland | Oct 6, 2025 | Reviews
There may be some who think reviewing is a great way to be sent music free of charge and yes it is, but what isn’t seen are the hours spent listening, the additional research, and most importantly the time management as there must be a balance between music and home...
