“Rock & Roll’s Greatest Friend…”
June 28, 2019 2:27 pmSo says Peter Wolf (J. Geils Band) about Little Steven on the stunning new live Blu-ray video “Soulfire Live.” This is a true statement. He’s created my all-time... Read More
Vic’s Picks
Power Pop’s Big 3
April 17, 2019 2:26 pmBill Lloyd and I were discussing encore songs for the upcoming SpyderPop Showcase Tour. Vic: “How about cover songs from the Big 3?” Bill: “Sure, but who do... Read More
Led Zeppelin III
January 31, 2019 11:14 amFor some reason, I decided to listen to this album on headphones this week. I hadn’t heard it from start to finish in years and I haven’t listened... Read More
Run Rudolph Run
November 30, 2018 1:00 pmWhat is your favorite rock n’ roll Christmas song? Lots of holiday songs get done and redone over time. Some of them were never envisioned to be arranged... Read More
Genre Defining Albums
October 24, 2018 3:14 pm“What is Power Pop?” Though this question is asked by neophytes and oft-debated by fans of the genre, it is easy for me to answer because I believe... Read More
“Trinity” Albums
August 16, 2018 11:24 amWhat are your favorite three album runs? Our good friend Michael Lidskin of Twirl Radio asked this question and I thought it would be fun to list my picks.... Read More
Punk Milestones of 1977
January 18, 2018 3:44 pm1977. What a year for music! The seeds sown by the Ramones in 1976 bloomed in 1977 to create an impact that affects rock music to this day.... Read More