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Goldmine has been a leading magazine for music collectibles and memorabilia since 1974. It covers all music genres, with a strong focus on rock and roll. Each edition includes articles and interviews with both current and legendary artists, along with reviews of the latest music releases, news, and tips for collectors. You can subscribe to Goldmine or find it in select Barnes & Noble and Books A Million locations.

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Top 25 releases that have impacted 2025 (so far)

2 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | Lee Zimmerman

By Lee ZimmermanWhile some of these picks may seem less than obvious in terms of aural impact - and a couple are left over from last year - all share a common bond in that they all hail from artists who continue to share an individual vision and stamp their own indelible presence. So here, in no particular order, is a list of albums that will come to define 2025.
10 Power Pop albums that deserve a vinyl release

3 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | John Borack

By John M. BorackSomewhere back in the late '80s/early '90s, I recall former Goldmine editor Jeff Tamarkin penning an article for the magazine where he listed several top-notch albums that had not yet been released on compact disc. Now here we are more than 35 years later, and the tide has turned - the vinyl resurgence has seen the reissue of many fine albums on wax, but there are still several that remain CD-only.
More Hopkins needed in Nicky Hopkins documentary

3 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | Lee Zimmerman

Nicky HopkinsThe Session Man Alan Fergurson Productions (DVD) By Lee ZimmermanClearly, a documentary detailing the life of rock's most prolific session player, Nicky Hopkins, was long overdue. After all, Hopkins played with practically every major band in the frontlines of the so-called British Invasion and continued to accumulate credits well beyond.
Beatles Roundup for Summer 2025

3 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | Gillian Gaar

By Gillian G. GaarIan Leslie's John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs (Celadon Books) takes a different approach in its examination of the celebrated songwriting partnership. Instead of a straight forward biography, Leslie unveils the story piece by piece, each chapter using a specific song as a jumping off point to further explore their creative relationship.
Indie Spotlight on Born Ruffians, The Empty Pockets, St. Catherine's Child, more

3 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | Lee Zimmerman

For Indie Spotlight's June 2025 edition, here are the top indie picks. Born Ruffians (Yep Roc)Natives of Midland, Ontario, Canada's Born Ruffians have evolved from their original incarnation as indie rockers to adventurous alt-pop shapeshifters. Beauty's Pride finds them venturing into electronica and other experimental realms, resulting in a propulsive sound that maintains momentum throughout.
A triple jam at The Levitt Pavilion in Westport, Connecticut, lives up to expectations

3 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | Ray Chelstowski

By Ray ChelstowskiThe Levitt Pavilion in Westport, Connecticut, remains one of the most stunning seasonal outdoor venues in the Northeast. They just kicked off another season, their 51 st, with a triple bill that finally brought sunshine to the area and filled their lawn with concert-goers ready to "jam"! It was some night.
Cat Stevens' first official live album gets its U.S. release in a glorious package

3 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | Lee Zimmerman

Cat Stevens Saturnight A&M By Lee ZimmermanIt's hard to believe that Cat Stevens' first official live album is only now being released in the U.S. some 50 years after the concert was initially recorded. Nevertheless, anyone who was charmed and enchanted by Stevens' songs the first come around will find Saturnight a warm and embracing reminder of how his wonderfully evocative vocals and emotive songs consistently stirred the senses.
Newly restored and remastered 'Pink Floyd at Pompeii' film is an audio/visual spectacle

4 weeks ago | goldminemag.com | John Curley

PINK FLOYD AT POMPEII - MCMLXXIISony Music Vision (DVD, Blu-ray)By John CurleyIn October 1971, Pink Floyd ventured to the ruins of Pompeii, Italy, a city that was buried under volcanic ash for centuries following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in the year 79 A.D., to film live performances in the city's amphitheater. There was no audience for the performances.
born August 29, 1948; died May 25, 2025

1 month ago | goldminemag.com | Dave Thompson

Depending upon which side of the rock spectrum you stand, Simon House's name usually invokes one of two memories - the majesty with which he has graced some of the greatest Hawkwind albums, or the haunting violin which dominated his time with David Bowie. But House's own career reaches way beyond either of those two highs. As a prodigiously gifted teen, he was a member of High Tide, one of the most creative, if sadly unsung, bands to emerge from the post-psychedelic Sixties.
5 standout Regina Spektor tunes you should know

1 month ago | goldminemag.com | Bill Kopp

An acclaimed singer, songwriter and pianist, Regina Spektor got her start in New York City's indie scene as part of the East Village's so-called "anti-folk" movement. Spektor self-released her debut album, 2001's 11:11, and its followup, 2002's Songs. On the strength of her work and growing following, she signed to Sire Records in 2004, going on to release six studio albums of new material (2022's Home, Before and After is her most recent), four EPs and two live albums.