If you were fortunate enough to catch The Steve Morse Band on its recently completed fall tour for Triangulation, you are already familiar with the first Steve Morse Band in several years. The band, which included ace guitarist Angel Vivaldi—who helped reproduce many of the duet parts on the new album—reminded fans of The Dregs […]
In this Slang of Ages conversation, Preston Frazier reconnects with British multi-instrumentalist Joe Bailey to discuss his latest solo album, Torrential Pain. Known for his prolific output and one-man-band approach, Bailey breaks down his songwriting, production, and performance process—from guitar-driven power to intricate harmonies and lush orchestration. Bailey also teases his limited vinyl release, reflects […]
I’ve enjoyed the Original Demo series by the Spain-based label Contante & Sonante. Last year’s Tonio K / Burt Bacharach release remains one of my favorites, and the label’s new release by GIG (Bruce Gaitsch, Dave Innis, and Randy Goodrum) is one of my favorites for 2018. The Original Demos limited release featuring singer Warren Wiebe presents a new […]
If you are a fan of Fernando Perdomo, you know how prolific and talented the multifaceted artist is. Perdomo has given us a box set’s worth of progressive rock instrumentals with his twelve-disc ‘Waves’ series, but the artist is not resting on his laurels. ‘DOS’ by Broken Sound is a strange and electric thrill of […]
Out now on Craft Recordings is a remixed classic. Sylvester’s Step II wasn’t just another disco record—it was a declaration. Released in 1978, it shimmered with attitude, soul, and unfiltered joy at a time when both the genre and its leading man were daring America to catch up. Backed by the powerhouse duo Two Tons […]
⸻ Saxophonist and composer Ron Blake has built a career defined by taste, tone, and versatility—whether onstage with the Saturday Night Live Band or in the studio with jazz and pop luminaries. Two years after his acclaimed album Mistaken Identity, Blake returns with Scratch Band (2025), an album of deep grooves, intimate interplay, and heartfelt […]
La Tanya Hall Interview for Slang of Ages Blog Preston Frazier: La Tanya, how are you? La Tanya Hall: I’m doing great! I just got home a couple of days ago from being on the road for a couple of months, so I’m in recovery mode, but I’m in a really good space. Preston: I’ve […]
The latest Steve Morse Band album, ‘Triangulation’, won’t be out until November 14; however, if “Texus”, the latest single from the album, is any indication, we are in for a treat. Morse, never afraid to rewrite a winning formula, has enlisted producer and fellow guitarist Angel Vivaldi to produce the album. In addition to the […]
Fat Produce’s sophomore LP, Soulful Days, is a vibrant celebration of soul-jazz and funk, steeped in both reverence for its influences and the fresh energy of a modern instrumental trio. Coming on the heels of their delightful 2024 album debut, ‘Fresh Squeeze’, the band has continued to hone their craft. Recorded live to 8-tracks, Soulful […]
Projekt Gemineye’s The Dark Days of Yesterday is a powerful, intricately produced album that explores personal struggle, resilience, and reflection. Across its tracks, band conceptionalist Mark Anthony K channels the dark chapters of his past into a cinematic collection of prog-rock compositions that reward both casual and deep headphone listening. The album opens with “You […]
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