Reviews of albums, books and concerts
Like the name of his 1973 album, Jackson Browne is everyman, for everyman. He has been blessed with an earnest if not spectacular voice that makes you believe everything that he is singing about. His… Read More »Lives in the Balance – Jackson Browne (1986)
For decades, men have been able to do pretty much anything in rock music, from Bob Dylan’s less-than-stellar voice and looks to John Lennon’s use of the f word in “Working Class Hero.” Take your… Read More »Exile in Guyville – Liz Phair
Mike Viola’s discography is starting to get substantial. He’s released about two dozen LPs and EPs both as a solo artist and as part of the Snap! and the Candy Butchers. But the artist, best… Read More »Godmuffin – Mike Viola