by Jay Sweet
A look at the 30 most impactful albums for the years 1964-1994. These years coincide with the Beatles led British Invasion to the death of Nirvana front man Kurt Cobain. The show is hosted by Jay Sweet, a musician, noted historian and Professor of Music at Monmouth University.
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April 25, 2025
<p>Sam Sadigursky is widely recognized as one of the most talented clarinetists and reed doublers of his generation. He has released eleven acclaimed albums as a leader and appears on over sixty recordings as a sideman, including numerous Grammy-nominated and Grammy Award-winning projects. A member of the Philip Glass Ensemble, he has also toured and recorded with Brad Mehldau, David Byrne, Bruce Hornsby, Darcy James Argue’s Secret Society, the Mingus Orchestra, and U.S. Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky. From 2017 to 2019, Sadigursky was the onstage clarinetist in the Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning Broadway production of The Band’s Visit, and he has performed in over twenty other Broadway productions.</p><p>Blending Jewish spiritual and Klezmer music with post-minimalist classical, jazz, and elements of American folk, Sadigursky and accordionist/multi-instrumentalist Nathan Koci recently released Volumes IV and V of The Solomon Diaries on Adhyaropa Records. This five-album series reflects on the Borscht Belt—the once-thriving Jewish resort region that helped shape 20th-century American culture—while also exploring contemporary experiences of immigration and Jewish identity.</p><p>The Solomon Diaries Volume IV .<a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6aueHALAzKJf0eDoo048ek?si=LVmkM3hhQiSBUJJBb1egAw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/album/6aueHALAzKJf0eDoo048ek?si=LVmkM3hhQiSBUJJBb1egAw</a></p><p>The Solomon Diaries Volume V </p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/6dkN03M2qai0xXNC38VTSa?si=bBjX0IVXQQyJO4J1hjKtVA" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/album/6dkN03M2qai0xXNC38VTSa?si=bBjX0IVXQQyJO4J1hjKtVA</a></p><p><br /></p>
April 23, 2025
<p><strong>Buffalo Springfield -Again </strong>(Atco) </p><p>Released October 30, 1967, and Recorded January 9-September 18 </p><p>Buffalo Springfield Again is a landmark album that captures both the brilliance and dysfunction of one of rock’s most influential short-lived bands. Recorded during a turbulent period marked by Neil Young’s departures, Bruce Palmer’s deportation, and rising tensions within the group, the album still delivers remarkable artistry. Each member shines: Stephen Stills’ dynamic guitar work and songwriting drive tracks like “Bluebird,” Neil Young brings depth and experimentation with “Mr. Soul” and the ambitious “Broken Arrow.” At the same time, Richie Furay adds warmth and a country-rock flavor with “A Child’s Claim to Fame” and “Sad Memory.” Despite its fragmented nature, the album’s eclectic sound helped define the era. Though it only reached #44 on the charts, its critical reputation has grown over time. Following the release of the album, internal struggles led to the band’s breakup, but its members went on to shape the folk and country rock genres through groups like CSNY and Poco. This record remains a vital, underrated piece of 1960s rock history.</p><p>Signature Songs: <a href="https://youtu.be/jyc0JSd5q7U?si=m_kEcI5j5JJJoyQe"><strong>"Mr Soul," </strong></a> <a href="https://youtu.be/yKHY8MXgiz0?si=rPWhjvSskEDjYYTQ"><strong>"Bluebird"</strong></a><strong> </strong> <a href="https://youtu.be/d5b3igkzRhk?si=Xdx7V822I_SANxnz"><strong>"Broken Arrow"</strong></a></p><p>Full Album <a href="https://youtu.be/HSqJf6JbpPA?si=yFvNFPIZzFysajgK"><u>YouTube</u></a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/7hez8jibf36E66GHpFkWz7?si=BJgvssKZRqCWIxUj6yHqww"><u>Spotif</u></a>y<br> Playlist <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkHb3duD6BTRmNjdTi0Kf7_DxUopIVpZ&si=7w_-FFKOAL5b0H7B"><u>YouTube </u></a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1LEUeR96yiTzk0jPZUL9aC?si=cUXG8QPtSb-KYy1i1KTyQQ"><u>Spotify </u></a></p>
April 9, 2025
<p><strong>(S4 Ep18) The Real McCoy </strong>(Blue Note) with guest Steve Myerson </p><p>October 1967, Recorded April 21, 1967 </p><p>The Real McCoy (1967) is a landmark album by jazz pianist McCoy Tyner, marking his first solo release after leaving John Coltrane’s legendary quartet. With a stellar lineup featuring tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson, bassist Ron Carter, and drummer Elvin Jones, the album showcases Tyner's unique modal jazz style, blending African rhythmic influences and his signature wide interval voicings. The album’s compositions, all written by Tyner wrote, demonstrate his incredible range as a pianist and composer, with tracks like "Passion Dance" and "Contemplation" now regarded as jazz standards. The interplay between the musicians is dynamic, with Henderson's fluid solos, Carter's solid bass work, and Jones's explosive drumming providing a perfect backdrop for Tyner's improvisations. The album balances uptempo tracks, like "Four by Five," with slower, more meditative pieces, such as "Search for Peace," highlighting Tyner’s ability to navigate diverse moods and textures. The Real McCoy is widely praised for its deep emotional resonance and technical brilliance, solidifying McCoy Tyner as one of his generation's most influential jazz pianists.</p><p><br></p><p>Signature Tracks: <a href="https://youtu.be/73VczRfu9Kg?si=6EvOFzxvd8H_skuI">"Passion Dance"</a>, <a href="https://youtu.be/Z8o1sqHUlgc?si=in2TZ3avVzuPwyrQ">"Contemplation"</a>, <a href="https://youtu.be/dhRFc2_wyNk?si=kBs_oidHcHhdUoVt">"Four By Five" </a></p><p>Full Album <a href="https://youtu.be/P5Y0sBc3WYE?si=La8X4ncNscL5f-ab">YouTube</a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1LEUeR96yiTzk0jPZUL9aC?si=ieO39TN7Qgq2AfzFLlPXIQ">Spotify </a> </p><p>Playlist <a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqkHb3duD6BTRmNjdTi0Kf7_DxUopIVpZ&si=y_xSNc7bs8xHehiW"><u>YouTube </u></a> <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/22HoIP0ai6Wikh4R8yM0AX?si=6b6081T5R9i5TK0324D8JA"><u>Spotify </u></a></p>
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