Paul Lester

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"It sounds like an effective pastiche of Phil Spector, but lacks both Spector's passion and his genius": The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds is revered by the critics - but not everyone is on board

6 days ago | loudersound.com | Paul Lester

The Beach Boys - Pet SoundsWouldn't It Be NiceYou Still Believe in MeThat's Not MeDon't Talk (Put Your Head on My Shoulder)I'm Waiting for the DayLet's Go Away for AwhileSloop John BGod Only KnowsI Know There's an AnswerHere TodayI Just Wasn't Made for These TimesPet SoundsCaroline, NoHistorically, Pet Sounds has never been taken quite as seriously as the other biog albums from 1966, Bob Dylan’s Blonde On Blonde or The Beatles’ Revolver.
Gillan's Future Shock pays sonic tribute to their singer's illustrious Purple past

1 week ago | loudersound.com | Paul Lester

Gillan: Future ShockFuture ShockNight Ride Out of Phoenix(The Ballad Of) The Lucitania ExpressNo Laughing in HeavenSacre BleuNew OrleansIf I Sing SoftlyDon't Want the TruthFor Your DreamsFondly regarded in their day, mainly because of their proximity to the classic Mk II Deep Purple sound, it wasn’t until the release of Future Shock in 1981 that Gillan really came into their own.
"It's purely experimental, with zero regard for commercialism": How Brian Wilson recorded Pet Sounds and reinvented music

2 weeks ago | loudersound.com | Paul Lester

In 2018, Classic Rock spoke to the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson and Mike Love about the creation of Pet Sounds, the revolutionary album considered by many to be the greatest ever recorded. "I believe that without Brian Wilson’s inspiration, Sgt Pepper might have been less of the phenomenon that it became,” Beatles producer George Martin is quoted as saying in Charles L Granata’s book Brian Wilson And The Making Of Pet Sounds. “Brian is a living genius of pop music.
How Brian Wilson recorded Pet Sounds and reinvented music

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Paul Lester

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys in the studio recording Pet Sounds. | Credit: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesIn 2018, Classic Rock spoke to the Beach Boys' Brian Wilson and Mike Love about the creation of Pet Sounds, the revolutionary album considered by many to be the greatest ever recorded.
Rick Derringer's debut album might contain his biggest hit, but is that enough?

2 weeks ago | loudersound.com | Paul Lester

Rick's Derringer: All American BoyRock and Roll, Hoochie KooJoy RideTeenage QueenCheap TequilaUncomplicatedHoldThe Airport Giveth (The Airport Taketh Away)Teenage Love AffairIt's RainingTime WarpSlide On Over SlinkyJump, Jump, JumpRick Derringer was the Alex Chilton-style teen prodigy – he was 17 when he sang The McCoys’ 1965 US No.1 Hang On Sloopy – who managed to forge a successful 70s career.
Record Collector's Rare Record Price Guide Top 10

Feb 12, 2025 | recordcollectormag.com | Paul Lester

RCRRPG Editor Daryl Easlea and his team will be selecting bite-sized highlights from the new, best-selling 18th edition of the world-renowned Record Collector’s Rare Record Price Guide for your pleasure and delectation – the most collectable records by the most collectable artists. No 1: THE BEATLESAlthough it is now 55 years since their split, the ‘four lads who shook the world’ continue to pervade popular culture. How could we not start our new bite-sized collecting series with the Fab Four?
“It’s ludicrous a song like that would go on an album at the height of our fame, but it got the most notice because it was so bizarre”: The Police’s Andy Summers on success, psychedelia and working with difficult people

Feb 3, 2025 | loudersound.com | Paul Lester

Andy Summers worked across a wide range of genres before The Police became huge. He played with Zoot Money, Soft Machine and The Animals, and even jammed with Jimi Hendrix. In the 80s he collaborated with Robert Fripp, and in 2015 continued his experimental creations with Metal Dog. That year he gave Prog the benefit of his insight and experience. Andy Summers was there during the British R&B boom of the mid 60s, the acid rock scene of the late 60s and the birth of prog in the early 70s.
“It’s ludicrous a song like that would go on an album at the height of our fame, but it got the most notice because it was so bizarre”: The Police’s Andy Summers on success, psychedelia and working with difficult people | Flipboard

Feb 3, 2025 | flipboard.com | Paul Lester

We're only an hour into this year's Grammys, and already it sounds as though tensions are running high. Minutes ago, Beyoncé was awarded the 'Best …
I'm a Which? deals editor: here are the brands to watch in the Black Friday sales

Nov 7, 2024 | which.co.uk | Paul Lester |Victoria Purcell

This article is exclusively for Which? members. Black Friday is fast approaching and it pays to be prepared. With access to our expert product recommendations, you can easily grab yourself a Best Buy. Below, our experts highlight the brands you should be paying close attention to. Among our top picks are TV brands that have performed well in our reliability survey, plus a cordless vacuum brand with an impressive average test score of 84%.
Death, drugs and Decca: The Zombies On Their Career Hurdles

Oct 31, 2024 | loudersound.com | Paul Lester

After finding fame as teenagers with the massive hit single She’s Not There, The Zombies members Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone embarked on a trailblazing career both together and apart. In 2016, soon after the release of sixth album Still Got That Hunger (and before Argent’s retirement in 2023), the pair told Prog about the Zombies’ life and times. The Zombies were a beat combo with a difference.

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Articles

"It sounds like an effective pastiche of Phil Spector, but lacks both Spector's passion and his genius": The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds is revered by the critics - but not everyone is on board

Gillan's Future Shock pays sonic tribute to their singer's illustrious Purple past

"It's purely experimental, with zero regard for commercialism": How Brian Wilson recorded Pet Sounds and reinvented music

How Brian Wilson recorded Pet Sounds and reinvented music

Rick Derringer's debut album might contain his biggest hit, but is that enough?

Record Collector's Rare Record Price Guide Top 10

“It’s ludicrous a song like that would go on an album at the height of our fame, but it got the most notice because it was so bizarre”: The Police’s Andy Summers on success, psychedelia and working with difficult people

“It’s ludicrous a song like that would go on an album at the height of our fame, but it got the most notice because it was so bizarre”: The Police’s Andy Summers on success, psychedelia and working with difficult people | Flipboard

I'm a Which? deals editor: here are the brands to watch in the Black Friday sales

Death, drugs and Decca: The Zombies On Their Career Hurdles

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