Joan Osborne: Five Essential Motown Songs February 22, 2017|Kara Manning "Where artistry, business acumen, political consciousness, and sheer joy met." Read More
Motown February 20, 2017|Kara Manning The beloved Detroit-born label was a springboard for a dazzling list of legacy artists. [Playlist] Read More
The Beatles: FUV Essential Covers February 07, 2017|Kara Manning FUV staffers make one pick each and explain why. [Playlist] Read More
Ray Charles January 30, 2017|Kara Manning He laid the cornerstone to what became modern soul, R&B and early rock 'n' roll. [Playlist] Read More
The Replacements January 16, 2017|Kara Manning Self-destructive, badly behaved, and exhilarating. [Playlist] Read More
The Band November 14, 2016|Kara Manning One of the most influential and sophisticated cornerstones in American folk, blues, and roots rock 'n' roll. [Playlist] Read More
Elvis Costello October 31, 2016|Kara Manning Cerebral, crafty lyrics, whiplashed pop rage, acerbic humor, reedy croon and ferocious bark. [Playlist] Read More
Natalie Merchant October 24, 2016|Laura Fedele To see her perform is to witness a thing of beauty and grace. [Playlist] Read More
Leonard Cohen October 17, 2016|Kara Manning Essential for his sly humor, courageous candor and beautiful, lusty songs. [Playlist] Read More
Steely Dan October 10, 2016|Kara Manning Their seven albums over eight years have ongoing influence. [Playlist] Read More