These artists left high-profile acts and either released a masterpiece or laid the groundwork for future genius.
by Jacob Nierenberg and Christopher Thiessen
on February 17, 2021, 11:30am
Articles by Jacob Nierenberg
The celebrated trumpeter claimed to have changed music five or six times, but he didn’t do it alone.
by Jacob Nierenberg and Jordan Blum
on March 17, 2020, 2:45pm
We dive into Shakey and his classic band’s back catalog in all its ragged glory.
by Matthew Taub and Jacob Nierenberg
on October 24, 2019, 11:16am
There’s absolutely no excuse for not having this wax on your shelf, bucko.
by Jacob Nierenberg and Tyler Dunston
on September 10, 2019, 12:06pm
A complete breakdown of the Pacific Northwest trio’s ferocious discography.
on August 19, 2019, 12:45pm
The late songwriter only needed a single album to etch his name among the greats.
on August 13, 2019, 1:30pm
The demo-turned-debut hinted at the great songwriter who would follow.
on July 13, 2019, 2:41pm
A collection of The Boss’ hidden gems without the E Street Band.
on June 10, 2019, 12:00am
Sorting through the entire catalog from the sad Cincinnati indie rockers.
by Grant Sharples and Jacob Nierenberg
on May 17, 2019, 12:28pm
The passage of time has done little to soften the blow the world felt 25 years ago this week.
on April 03, 2019, 12:01pm
The late artist leaves behind a quiet and profound masterpiece.
on March 03, 2019, 12:00am
How three visits on a Sunday variety show changed the course of rock and roll forever in America.
on February 11, 2019, 9:00am
