James Blood Ulmer, RIP

His synthesis of blues and free jazz was unique. Like many jazz guitarists, it seems, he followed an inner flame.

Steve Cropper, RIP

Got to have a hundred... 

Avram Fefer, "Magic Mountain"

Marc Ribot shreds it while Chad Taylor keeps it swinging. The whole album is nifty.

Wall of Death

Richard Thompson can get a little precious for my taste, but back in the day, at his best... and this was his best...

Can Music Be Perfect? Vol. 74

Rhythm and power generate most of the excitement and surprise, but rich chords play a part too.