The Ting TingsWe Started NothingColumbiaBy David Chiu Call it melodic and whimsical British punky pop. That’s what dominates the sound … Continue reading CD Review: The Ting Tings

BlondieParallel Lines—Deluxe Collector’s EditionCapitolBy David Chiu Blondie’s third album, Parallel Lines, which was released 30 years ago, launched the band … Continue reading CD Review: Blondie

Love Forever Changes—Collector’s EditionRhino/ElektraBy David Chiu This latest edition of the classic 1967 album by the late Arthur Lee and … Continue reading CD Review: Love

Donna Summer Crayons Burgundy Records By David Chiu The Queen of Disco is back after a 17-year absence between studio … Continue reading CD Review: Donna Summer

John Coltrane The Impulse! Albums Vol. 2 (John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman (1963), Impressions (1963), Live at Birdland (1963), Crescent … Continue reading CD Review: John Coltrane

Carole King Tapestry Ode/Epic.Legacy By David Chiu Carole King’s second solo album Tapestry (1971) helped herald the singer/songwriter movement during … Continue reading CD Review: Carole King

Midnight Oil Diesel and Dust Columbia/Legacy By David Chiu Even during a decade known mainly for its crassness and materialism, … Continue reading CD Review: Midnight Oil

Nine Inch NailsThe SlipThe Null CorporationBy David Chiu A gift from Trent Reznor to all his fans, The Slip is … Continue reading CD Review: Nine Inch Nails

Steve WinwoodNine LivesColumbiaBy David Chiu Steve Winwood’s latest album follows the direction of his previous record About Time: It tackles … Continue reading CD Review: Steve Winwood

Otis Redding Otis Blue/Otis Redding Sings Soul (Collector’s Edition) Rhino/Atco By David Chiu Otis Blue is an enduring document of … Continue reading CD Review: Otis Redding