Short Cuts: “Texus” by the Steve Morse Band from ‘Triangulation’
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 […]
Short Tracks: ‘Soulful Days’ by Fat Produce
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 […]
Short Tracks: The Dark Days of Yesterday ’ by Projekt Gemineye (2025)
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 […]
Travis Hall: From Opera to R&B—The Heart Museum – Slang Of Ages Interview (2025)
Preston Frazier: Travis, how are you? Travis Hall: I’m doing well, thank you. I’m super excited to be here today. Preston Frazier: I’m glad to have you. I’ve been listening to the album, and it’s terrific. I’m excited for you. Let me start by asking about your unique musical journey. Is your primary background in […]
Short Tracks: Travis Hall’s ‘Heart Museum’ Blends Classical Precision with Soulful Storytelling
Travis Hall’s debut album, HeART Museum, is a genre-blending journey that fuses the elegance of classical opera with the soul-stirring essence of R&B and NeoSoul. Known for his operatic prowess across Georgia’s concert halls, Hall pivots from arias to analog soul, delivering an emotionally rich and musically diverse collection. Drawing from personal experiences and heartbreak […]
Short Tracks: ‘Only Fools Love Again’ by Danny Ayala (2025)
‘Only Fools Love Again’ by Lemon Twigs touring member Danny Ayala is a throwback to an era of music when songs, not production tricks, ruled the music industry. Ayala teamed primarily with producer/guitarist Fernando Perdomo to put forth ten pop-rock songs that conjure the classic singer-songwriter era. “I Was Wrong” kicks things off in fine […]
Short Tracks: ‘Waves 10’ by Fernando Perdomo (2025)
Fernando Perdomo’s year-long , ‘Waves’ series reaches the 100 songs milestone, and a bit of a quandary. Perdomo has consistently provided engaging songs on these albums. A lesser artist would have included some fillers among the ten songs on each album; yet, reviewing the prior nine albums, Perdomo has kept true to his vision of […]
Short Tracks: ‘Stargazer’ by Armen Donelian (2025 reissue)
When pianist Armen Donelian recorded his debut album Stargazer in 1981, he was hardly a newcomer to the jazz world. Having already played with Sonny Rollins and Billy Harper, he entered the studio with a vision of music that was both deeply personal and boldly exploratory. Alongside bassist Eddie Gomez and drummer Billy Hart, Donelian […]
Slang Of Ages Podcast : Vernon Reid talks ‘Hoodoo Telemety’ and bringing Order to Chaos
Guitarist, composer, and Living Colour co-founder Vernon Reid has never been one to play it safe. From shaping the sound of Black Rock in the 1980s to a lifetime of collaborations across jazz, funk, metal, and experimental music, Reid’s career has been a fearless journey. With Hoodoo Telemetry, his first solo album in nearly two […]
Short Tracks: “Silence to Song: La Tanya Hall’s Triumphant If Not Now, When…” (2025)
La Tanya Hall’s ‘If Not Now, When… ‘ (out on October 10) is more than just a return; it’s a reclamation. After losing her voice during the COVID-19 pandemic, Hall has emerged with a project that feels at once intimate, courageous, and artistically liberated. Produced by fellow Steely Dan bandmate Michael Leonhart and featuring a […]