Stephen Stills is a musician’s musician, a point that is often overshadowed by his strong songwriting. He came to national prominence in Buffalo Springfield, a post-Byrds folk-rock band that had its biggest hit with Stills’ politically charged “For What It’s Worth.” When that band folded after a few years, Stills joined The Byrds’ David Crosby…
This introduction to the artistry of Joni Mitchell doesn’t contain any big hits, but it’s a big step all the same.
The CS&N star makes an S out of himself in the best sense, showcasing his musical chops on this all-star set.
[Kronomyth 1.1] Love, the One-Year Witch.
Clapton’s first solo album features the Bramletts (Delaney & Bonnie), a pocketfull of Dominoes and a few classics.
The record that launched a thousand dulcimer sales. Oh, and also one of the greatest works of art in the twentieth century.
Stephen Stills’ other supergroup, featuring members of Flying Burrito Brothers and CSN alumni.
A naturally brilliant but audibly deflated work that brings Joni’s jazzier sensibilities to the fore at the expense of a little joy.
Half the size of the first album, and not half bad, but this was the end of the road for Manassas.
A dozen new songs recorded since the last stopover in Manassas that put Stills back on track.
A one-way ticket through his solo and CSN stuff plus a few covers, split between acoustic and electric sides.
If anyone has interesting pages to turn back to, it’s Stephen Stills, but this single suggests his best music really is behind him.