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Bonnie Raitt, Dig In Deep | Album Review

All in all, ‘Dig In Deep’ is yet another terrific and consistent album from versatile veteran musician, Bonnie Raitt.

By the musical hype, 9 yearsMarch 1, 2016 ago

Aretha Franklin Sings The Great Diva Classics © RCA

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Aretha Franklin Is Enthusiastic, Flawed On ‘Great Diva Classics’

Aretha Franklin may be the queen, but even musical royalty falls short sometimes. ‘Aretha Franklin Sings the Great Diva Classics’ is a perfect example.

By the musical hype, 10 yearsOctober 22, 2014 ago

Martina McBride, Everlastin © Vinyl Recordings

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Martina McBride Covers Soul Soundly On ‘Everlasting’

Country darling Martina McBride balances soul music and her tried-and-true country roots soundly on covers album, ‘Everlasting’.

By the musical hype, 11 yearsApril 15, 2014 ago