Peter Thompson

Classic Clips: The Monkees “What Am I Doing Hangin’ ‘Round?” – The Monkees TV Series Episode 40, “Monkees Marooned” 1967

September 4, 2026 Peter Thompson 4

Growing up, I loved to watch the television show The Monkees, though looking back, I figure I wasn’t watching the episodes as they first aired, but re-runs. There were only two series of the show, though […]

Chris Murphy “Songs From the Trees”

August 28, 2026 Peter Thompson 0

A strong storytelling album, highlighted by good songs, exemplary playing and a fascinating soundscape. Chris Murphy was born into an Irish-Italian family in New York, growing up surrounded by a wide range of traditional music such […]

Artwork for Laura Veirs album "Temple Songs"

Laura Veirs “Temple Songs”

August 12, 2026 Peter Thompson 0

A welcome and successful return to songwriting and making records. Temple Songs, the 14th solo album released by Laura Veirs, represents something of a comeback for the Portland, Oregon-based singer-songwriter, author, music teacher, podcaster and visual […]

For The Sake Of The Song: Bonnie Raitt “I Can’t Make You Love Me”

August 3, 2026 Peter Thompson 2

During the almost 55 years since the release of her eponymous debut album, Bonnie Raitt has established herself as a top quality singer and slide guitar player; she has won many awards over her career, including […]

Artwork for Buffalo Traffic Jam album “Pictures of You”

Buffalo Traffic Jam “Pictures of You”

July 30, 2026 Peter Thompson 0

If Kings of Leon did americana. Buffalo Traffic Jam is an act that is generating an awful lot of noise at the moment, as well as being one of the hottest concert tickets in town, based […]