There was so much great pop music released in 2011 — both by established artists and newcomers — that I had a tough time whittling my favorites down to just 20. ►
by John M. Borack Apple Jam Off the Beatle Track Roseta Productions (884501189064) Grade: ****1/2 Off the Beatle Track showcases authentic and affectionate Merseybeat re-creations of 14 tracks that John Lennon and Paul McCartney penned during the Beatles’ early years … ►
Welcome to the inaugural edition of Rave On, a column where we’ll be chatting about the latest and greatest in power-pop and pure pop music. We’ll talk about major label releases, indie standouts, self-released goodies, books, DVDs and more. ►
Tommy Keene has earned the right to be called a craftsman. The power-pop star talks about his career, his songwriting and his new solo album In "The Late Bright" in an interview by Peter Lindblad. ►