Eli Winter’s A Trick of the Light was one of my favorite albums of last year. Winter’s previous work had demonstrated his artistry, virtuosity, and unique musical perspective, but the 2025 record advances Winter’s vision further. It’s a tour de force throughout as Winter presents a sweeping musical portrait of his regular band — SamContinue reading “Interview with Eli Winter”
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Favorite Albums of 2025
Every year is a good year for music. 2025 is no different. Getting the tap on the shoulder to be a contributor to Aquarium Drunkard this past spring meant that I also participated in the 2025 version of AD’s annual Year in Review compilation. Its existence is conclusive evidence of my opening statement. Personally, I’veContinue reading “Favorite Albums of 2025”
Shelter from the Storm
In September 1974, Bob Dylan entered A & R Studios in New York with an acoustic guitar and a notebook full of new songs. Over the four days he was in the studio, he experimented with the structure of each song, but one song needed only four takes to achieve a master recording, seemingly arrivingContinue reading “Shelter from the Storm”