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Music review: Deep Purple – ‘=1’

There’s nothing like a new Deep Purple album to make me feel like a teenager once again. Having just celebrated my 60th birthday, I was happily transported back in time after hearing “=1” from the British icons. As with most Deep Purple releases, the new album was made loud to be played ...

Ace Frehley – ‘10,000 Volts’

While Kiss finally called it quits for good at the end of 2023, Ace Frehley keeps the lights on with his latest effort “10,000 Volts.” “I’ll never give up or slow down,” emphatically declares the former Kiss guitarist on the album’s title track. The inspired new offerings ...

Music Review: Jeremy Renner – ‘Love and Titanium’

Jeremy Renner sheds his Marvel superhero persona to produce a powerful declaration of hope, faith and healing on his latest release. The 53-year-old actor gets real as he navigates a painful rehabilitation process after experiencing a near-death snowplow accident in January 2023. “Love and ...

Music review: Van Morrison – ‘Accentuate the Positive’

As a new year comes rolling in, Van Morrison is celebrating with nothing but an upbeat attitude. “Accentuate the Positive” is the 78-year-old singer-songwriter’s 45th studio release that pays tribute to infectious rock ’n’ roll standards from legendary artists like Fats Domino, Chuck ...

Music review: Colbie Caillat – ‘Along the Way’

With her latest release, Colbie Caillat sheds her sunny California melodies for the country flavorings of Nashville.Caillat’s girl-next-door looks and genuine soothing voice make for a seamless transition on her debut solo country album.“Along the Way” finds the singer-songwriter opening ...

Music review: Alice Cooper – ‘Road’

He first eagerly welcomed us to his nightmare back in 1975. Now, Alice Cooper offers his fans a glimpse of life on the road with his latest release simply titled “Road.”“I’m Alice” kicks things off with an informal introduction from the master of ceremonies about what he has been ...