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Dave Stewart Announces Bob Dylan Tribute Album for Wide Release

Dave Stewart Announces Bob Dylan Tribute Album for Wide Release

Dave Stewart Announces Bob Dylan Tribute Album for Wide Release

The Long Gig: Charles “Wigg” Walker’s Life in Soul | The Sharp Notes Interview

The Long Gig: Charles “Wigg” Walker’s Life in Soul | The Sharp Notes Interview

The Long Gig: Charles “Wigg” Walker’s Life in Soul | The Sharp Notes Interview

Built to Last: Dennis Diken on the Legacy of the Smithereens, Vinyl, and the Lifeblood of Rock and Roll | The Sharp Notes Interview

Built to Last: Dennis Diken on the Legacy of the Smithereens, Vinyl, and the Lifeblood of Rock and Roll | The Sharp Notes Interview

Built to Last: Dennis Diken on the Legacy of the Smithereens, Vinyl, and the Lifeblood of Rock and Roll | The Sharp Notes Interview

A written reflection and interview introduction about the Mekons, a boundary-pushing band formed in 1970s Leeds. The piece explores their latest album Horror, recorded in Spain, which blends genres like punk, country, and folk while tackling themes such as colonialism and climate change. It includes personal memories from the writer’s early connection to the band and highlights founding member Jon Langford’s insights into the Mekons' evolving yet consistent creative spirit.

A written reflection and interview introduction about the Mekons, a boundary-pushing band formed in 1970s Leeds. The piece explores their latest album Horror, recorded in Spain, which blends genres like punk, country, and folk while tackling themes such as colonialism and climate change. It includes personal memories from the writer’s early connection to the band and highlights founding member Jon Langford’s insights into the Mekons' evolving yet consistent creative spirit.

Mekonic Resilience: Jon Langford on the Mekons’ Shape-Shifting Legacy and Why “Horror” Might Be Their Most Timely Work Yet | The Sharp Notes Interview

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