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    We’ve heard some amazing work from some long-established artists this year, and this Clapton is up there with the best of them. Continue Reading

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    The album contains live performances of many of his greatest songs; these are not necessarily his "greatest hits', since an artist like Cohen doesn't really have hits. Continue Reading

    Nick Cave: Grinderman 2 Album Review

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    Nick Cave is your songwriter noir deluxe. For decades he has been churning out material of this sort, making a schoolboy of Warren Zevon. Continue Reading

    Joe Bonamassa ‘Black Rock’ Album Review

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    This New York blues guitarist-singer is a sensation. If this man comes to your town, do whatever you have to in order to get tickets. Continue Reading

    Caitlin Rose ‘Own Side Now’ Album Review

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    She’s 23 years old and one to hear. Caitlin combines the vulnerability of Lucinda Williams with the songwriting power of Hank Williams. Continue Reading

    Elvis Costello ‘National Ransom’ Album Review

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    Londoner James Blake is only twenty-three years old, and is producing astounding work. Continue Reading

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    Daniel Lanois' latest Black Dub' is a powerful work from terrific musicians. The music is spare, shimmering, and memorable. Continue Reading

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    Six killer musicians in dapper outfits. Irresistible songs, vintage organ, hot saxophone, wicked melodies – what’s not to like? Continue Reading

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