“Carly Simon”: 50 Years Later, Her Debut Still Haunts
When Carly Simon released her first album, she added something rich and uniquely different to the canon of female singer/songwriters.
“Layla” At 50
“Layla” — the work of Eric Clapton with Derek and the Dominos — is a staple now. But 50 years ago, it didn’t make much of a splash.
George Harrison’s “All Things Must Pass” At 50
For his first post-Beatles outing, George Harrison released a deeply rich triple album. It left an indelible mark on the music world.
Cat Stevens’ Re-Do of “Tea for the Tillerman”
Fifty years after Cat Stevens issued “Tea for the Tillerman,” an older, wiser Yusuf Islam does a fresh take on his younger self (and songs).
The Doors’ “Morrison Hotel” At 50
From “Peace Frog” to “Roadhouse Blues,” the Doors pushed further into blues-rock on “Morrison Hotel.” A new reissue captures the magic.