If you read yesterday’s post about The Old Man And The Sea, odds are you know where this post is going. Because I mentioned it in passing while reviewing that great slab…
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The Old Man And The Sea – The Old Man And The Sea
Danish prog released on Sonet in 1972. A copy just sold for the not-so-insignificant sum of $1150. Not bad, considering it has been counterfeited a few times. Make sure yours is OG…
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Sunroof! – Found Star Sound
Sunroof! is Matthew Bower. You probably already know him as a member of Skullflower, the influential British industrial group, alongside Stefan Jaworzyn, Gary Mundy and Stuart Dennison (also with collaborations from members…
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Sunday Mix Tape Number 273
Hello, star travelers. It’s good to see you again. I’m ever so happy that none of you died this weekend. It would be a real pity, especially considering I only know four…
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Between – Dharana
From “Standin’ At The Crossroads” In 1970, Peter Michael Hamel founded Between, an international band specialized in improvisational / « ethnic » rock music. The name Between comes from the fact that…
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The Top Ten Products I Unconditionally Endorse
I know I usually save my top ten lists for Fridays, but I’m getting older. My brain doesn’t work as well as it used to. I was out last night walking Abbot…
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A Vacation In Pictures
After a long, peaceful night of sleep, I am re-acclimating myself to life in Los Angeles. Is it re-acclimating? Or reacclimatizing? See? Even the part of my brain responsible for spelling and…
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Dark – Round The Edges
One of the rarest progressive rock records in existence (it is said that only 50 copies were pressed when it was made in 1971). Originals on the UK label SIS have fetched…
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The Distinguished Gourmand: Au Pied De Cochon
How do you describe one of the most unique, fun dining experiences you’ve ever had? It’s impossible to capture the camaraderie of the table, the excitement over hearing the various specials, the…
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Sunday Mix Tape Number 272
What happens in Montreal stays in Montreal. If you’re reading this, it means I can successfully schedule posts to appear as far ahead in the distant future as…three days from now? I…