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This year marks the 35th anniversary of Roy Orbison's death; we offer up this tribute to his unsurpassed vocal and songwriting talents.
No one else has ever done with pop music what Roy Orbison did; he touches the hearts of listeners in a way that no other singer ever achieved.
Our favourite new album in the country vein has just been released, and it's a must for music fans of every genre. We love it.
Willie Nelson's latest album amply demonstrates his timeless talent; his longevity and musical diversity is unsurpassed in all of popular music.
Vivascene reviews the first single from the upcoming release from Caroline Cotto.
https://www.vivascene.com/caroline-cotto-bayou-sun-single-review/
One of our all-time favourite records is featured today on Vivascene. This was Ray Charles' 13th solo recording and the one that made him famous in every corner of music. It deserves to be in your music library.
This 1962 landmark album is one of the most important records ever made: musically, socially and politically.
Jackson Browne called this his favourite record of all time, and we agree; this is one for the ages when Dylan was at his peak lyrically and musically.
Almost 60 years after its release, Highway 61 Revisited remains relevant musically, lyrically and sociologically.
Vivascene's latest Spotify playlist is designed with Blues Lovers in mind. A baker's dozen of high quality tracks from artists determined to keep the genre alive and thriving. Many current recordings are cooked up, spiced with a couple older favorites.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-shades-of-blues-and-blues-rock-playlist/
Better than a Greatest Hits compilation, this landmark album from 1967 gained for Aretha the international public acceptance she was destined to received from her earliest days as a gospel singer in her father's church.
This is the album that made Aretha Franklin the undisputed Queen of Soul back in 1967, a title she never relinquished throughout her stellar career.
The fourth in our new series of recollections of great albums from the past, still providing sonic satisfaction.
Backed by the inimitable Stax Records session group The Bar-Kays, Isaac Hayes' first solo record was a simmering masterpiece of hot soul music.
We received a wonderful comment on this article today, and we'd like to quote it in full, as it may inspire our Facebook followers to check out this article:
"Finally, someone else gets how great this song is. My favorite pre-Beatles pop rock songs are Runaway and Well…Alright. So different from the Blind Faith cover, which misses the intimacy and most of the dynamism. (But I still like it.)" -~ from a Vivascene reader, who sent along his favourable reaction to our article. Many thanks to him.
One of the greatest recordings ever made by a pop/rock singer, one that inspired Lennon/McCartney. It is an essential track for your library.
We continue our love of vinyl with the introduction of a new series dedicated to great vinyl records, many of which have never been digitized or streamed. Featured today is the immortal Sam Cooke.
The One And Only Sam Cooke is the second in the Vivascene series of articles on great vinyl listening experiences, curated from our Editor's record collection.
One of our favourite country artists will soon release a reissue, reimagined and reamplified, of his classic album from 2013. The album is titled Southeastern, and if you missed hearing Jason Isbell the first time around, here is your chance to get acquainted with one of the finest performers on the country scene today.
A transcendent work that boasts 12 captivating tracks, Southeastern is infused with confessions, reflections, and promises.
The world of jazz is a large and exciting one; here is a highly creative album from Scandinavia featuring an all-star cast of renowned ECM musicians who deserve to become better known in North America. Previewed today on Vivascene.
Sinikka Langeland draws upon older traditions of folk music including rune songs and incantations in the creation of vibrantly new work.
Brilliant music-making from a young piano/guitar prodigy who plays way beyond his tender years. Previewed today on Vivascene.
If you listen to no other new jazz release this year, this is the one. Justin-Lee Schultz is more than a star in the making; with this album Just In The Moment he has truly arrived.
With echoes of bands like Depeche Mode, this debut album will appeal both to folk and emo fans. Previewed today on Vivascene
Tiny Engines is excited to announce its first release in close to four years. It is the long-awaited debut full-length from UK emo duo, Bewilder.
Vivascene presents another Spotify playlist that spotlights distinguished songs from within the broad musical spectrum of the Blues. A total of one dozen quality tracks. Some new, some old… all hugely satisfying.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-blues-and-more-playlist-2/
Who says jazz is no longer the vital force it was in past decades? Sam First, the great LA jazz venue, has just released the first of many great live recordings to come. Previewed today on Vivascene.
LA Jazz Venue Sam First Launches Sam First Records with several new live jazz recordings.
If you know and love the music of Willie Nelson, you will almost certainly enjoy this album he made a few years ago with a very surprising musical partner, the renowned jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis. It's one of our favourite records!
The 2007 live concert at Lincoln Center resulted in one of the most pleasurable jazz albums of the past 50 years.
One of the 2023's most anticipated albums on the alternative music scene hails back to the glorious days of early '80s masterworks from such bands as Talking Heads, Roxy Music, Depeche Mode and more. Previewed on Vivascene today. Highly recommended for fans of synth, new wave, Leonard Cohen, Bryan Ferry, and David Byrne.
Strange Disciple is a spiritual, searching record and an invitation to both celebrate and mourn.
One of the most interesting contemporary jazz albums to come along in quite some time. Previewed on Vivascene today and highly recommended.
Drummer/Producer Ross Pederson Delves Into Jazz, Rock, Pop and Hip-Hop on Identity, His Debut as a Leader.
Vivascene's newest Spotify playlist is filled with many new songs from some already established blues titans, and some from recently emerging artists. A couple of old favorites are included to provide a rich balance that we feel you will truly appreciate.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-contemporary-blues-playlist-2/
Internationally-renowned bluesman Coco Montoya is a triple threat as guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter. His upcoming album is bound to please blues fans of every stripe. We preview Writing On The Wall today.
The original album album is a 2x Platinum, GRAMMY-award winning Album of the Year. The new series of interviews with several of Daft Punk's collaborators is a great behind-the-scenes look at the creation of this classic album.
Daft Punk unveil Memory Tapes, a look back at the creation of their final album. Random Access Memories.
If you love the classical guitar, or are simply looking to hear a beautiful album, this is the one. It's a sonic treasure.
The modern master of the classical guitar issues a superb album of deeply expressive compositions taken from both the traditional and contemporary repertoires.
We've long been fans of Teddy Thompson's music. The release of his new album proved to be the occasion for an interview with the man himself.
Thanks to Kevin Calabro at CalabroMusicMedia.com for making this happen!
We were privileged to be granted an exclusive interview with this talented singer-songwriter, in which he discusses his new album My Love Of Country.
One of our. favourite blues artists has been honoured with two major awards from the legendary music magazine Downbeat. We feature the story today in Vivascene.
Shemekia Copeland wins 71st Annual DOWN BEAT CRITICS POLL Blues Artist Or Group Of The Year and Blues Album Of The Year for 'Done Come Too Far'.
Great new jazz album previewed on Vivascene today.
Guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel and His Working Trio of Bassist Scott Colley and Drummer Brian Blade Reach a New Creative Peak on Dance of the Elders
Vivascene presents our exclusive and fairly comprehensive review of Nelson Blanchard. Many of Louisiana's legendary performers were assembled, along with a few other eminent musicians, to create a modern masterpiece. The trio of producers on the project hit a grand slam.
Thanks to Frank Roszak Promotions
Photo credit: ©Daniel Boone
https://www.vivascene.com/nelson-blanchard-solo-album-the-vivascene-review/
Vivascene travels back in our vaults to revisit Brian Miller's discourse as to the reasons we believe Lucinda Williams is a great songwriter and artist.
https://www.vivascene.com/lucinda-williams-blessed-album-review/
Vivascene has compiled a Spotify playlist with songs that convey the varied hues of the blues spectrum: from "raw blues" to other songs that reach into the catch-all term "Americana."
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-blues-playlist-number-48/
Vivascene is pleased to present a Spotify playlist that is richly diverse and includes blues-tinged Americana. A couple recently released songs appear on the playlist beside some from past decades. As always, we have included some snippets of information to enhance your listening pleasure.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-blues-tinged-eclectic-playlist/
Vivascene presents a diversified Spotify Playlist of some of our favorite songs that contain at least a tad of County and Americana leanings.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-country-americana-playlist/
Vivascene is pleased to add another Spotify Playlist to our ever-growing collection. We believe you will greatly enjoy this eclectic mix of great tunes from both prominent and perhaps lesser-known blues and rock recording artists that we've assembled.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-blues-rock-eclectic-playlist/
Vivascene presents another in our series of Spotify Playlists with a tad of information included for each selection.
The list has what we believe to an interesting variety of past and present blues based songs, from both well-known and lesser-known artists, as we prescribe to the axiom:
"Variety is the very spice of life, that gives it all its flavor.”
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascexe-new-and-old-blues-variety-playlist/
One of our favourite singer/songwriters of all time has just announced the imminent release of what is bound to become a classic of country music interpretation.
Teddy Thompson Announces New Album My Love Of Country - First Single "A Picture Of Me Without You" Out Today
Vivascene reaches back a decade ago to pull a concert review from the back of the vault. Looking back at Euge Groove along with some all-star sidemen combining for a stellar night of music
📸 Thanks to Cary Gillespie ⭐
https://www.vivascene.com/euge-groove-las-vegas-concert-review-january-19-2013/
Vivascene presents another in our series of Spotify Playlists to brighten your day. This one features a few of the talented lady singers who grace our lives with their song.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivascene-female-blues-rock-gems-playlist/
Vivascene is proud to present another chapter in our continuing tip of the hat to some of the great artists that, at times, create some very memorable blues songs.
https://www.vivascene.com/vivscene-eclectic-blues-playlist/
Vivascene presents our review of the recent blues EP from the talented singer and songwriter Lady Adrena entitled "Recipe For The Blues."
Thanks to Frank Roszak Promotions.
https://www.vivascene.com/lady-arena-recipe-for-the-blues-ep-review/
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