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Advent 4: Yeah, Yeah, Yeah

In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent by God to a town in Galilee called Nazareth, to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. And … Continue reading

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Album Review: The Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, “Midnight Sun”

Being a Beatle Kid is a decidedly double-edged sword. On the one hand, you start your musical career with name recognition the likes of which most artists—even the successful ones—can only dream of, giving you an instant audience. On the … Continue reading

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Tom’s Top 5’s: Albums of 1980

As a Beatles fan,  perhaps 1980’s primary musical significance for me is that it was the year we lost John Lennon. Which would be awful no matter the circumstances, but it’s especially tragic seeing as how John had just returned … Continue reading

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Album Review: Jonathan Wilson, “Fanfare”

When the title track on Jonathan Wilson’s Fanfare (2013) bursts forth with big, reverbed drums, symphonic strings, and flute accents, it might have you wondering whether you accidentally queued up a different Wilson, say, Brian or Dennis. It’s far from … Continue reading

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Album Review: of Montreal, “Lousy with Sylvianbriar”

At the risk of uttering heresy, I think of Montreal mastermind Kevin Barnes may be the indie generation’s David Bowie. In its upper registers, Barnes’ voice recalls none other than Ziggy Stardust, especially in a live setting. And like the … Continue reading

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