Chris Gregory’s Minstrel Boy, the second installment in his “trilogy in reverse” Picasso of Song, is a sprawling, 200,000-word immersion in Dylan’s metamorphoses from 1967 to 1990—years Gregory aptly frames as retreat, return, and rebirth. Building on the acclaim of Determined to Stand (his study of post-1990 Dylan), Gregory delivers a song-by-song, performance-by-performance chronicle that […]
When a rock icon, a Shakespearean showman, a clinical psychologist, and an international review panel all point to the same picture book, you pay attention. MUMAGEDDON! And the Food Magician—Sonya Anise’s rollicking, rhyming debut from Books Beautiful—has amassed a chorus of high-profile admirers. Readers’ Favorite awarded it the coveted 5-Star Seal, with critic Miche Arendse […]
Liquid Reality isn’t a crossover stunt; it’s Anupam Shobhakar’s most focused statement yet. After his 2023 milestone Raga Jhinjhoti on Fretless Guitar—the first-ever recording of Indian classical music on fretless guitar—the New York–based guitarist, composer, and sarodist deepens the East–West dialogue with a sound that feels both inevitable and new. Rooted in the Senia Maihar […]
A new major study of Bob Dylan’s mid-career years is set for release in October 2025. Minstrel Boy: The Metamorphoses of Bob Dylan, written by literary and cultural commentator Chris Gregory, offers an in-depth look at Dylan’s development as an artist between 1967 and 1990. As the second installment of Gregory’s Picasso of Song trilogy, this book builds […]
Some music is made for playlists; other music feels made for your spirit. Fiora Anicca’s astonishing new single, “I Died Once,” released November 25, 2025, squarely finds itself in the latter category—a rare offering that transforms personal agony into resounding hope. Emerging as the herald for a new genre Fiora dubs “Mystic Pop,” this track […]
Politis Dimitris isn’t new to the music scene, but with the arrival of his latest single, “Born Into This,” he’s carving out a bold new path under the Politis Dimitris 2.0 banner. Recorded in the heart of Nashville, Tennessee, this track is not only a showcase of Dimitris’s growth as an artist but also a […]
In a music landscape teeming with ephemeral trends, NickGCherrydot—known in creative circles as the indefatigable Cherry Dot—makes a striking return with “Every Time,” his thirteenth studio album. Far from simply iterating on past successes, this release signals a profound evolution, both sonically and thematically, as Nick delves into the complexities of the human psyche and […]
With their brand new single “Happily Ever After,” Athens’ own Citizen Jim are making bold waves that reach far outside their Greek homeland. Known for their genre-defiant approach and sharp, socially aware lyrics, the band’s latest release proves once again that Citizen Jim is a force to be reckoned with—and their upcoming 2026 UK tour […]
British singer-songwriter Sam Garrett, renowned for his evocative and heartfelt compositions, has announced the release of his newest single, “One Family,” on May 1st, 2025. The single marks the lead offering from Garrett’s anticipated fifth studio album, scheduled for release on July 1st. Garrett’s career continues its impressive upward trajectory following an electrifying sold-out European […]
In “Occam’s Dream,” Lauren Jane Barnett presents a captivating blend of psychological intrigue and science fiction, inviting readers into a narrative that challenges perceptions of reality and trust. Set against the backdrop of a near-future London, this novella unfurls the story of Ursula, a dream analyst grappling with unsettling visions amidst the hum of her […]