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The Cult: Sonic Temple 30 Review

Like Metallica, R.E.M., and so many other bands who hit their stride in the ’80s, The Cult have been systematically reissuing their classic albums in grand style. The latest of which, 1989’s Sonic Temple, is being celebrated with ...CONTINUE

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15 Best Live Albums You’ve Never Heard

February 9, 2016December 20, 2016 Paul Semel 0 Comments Best Live Albums, Jane's Addiction, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Miles Davis, music, Pink Floyd, R.E.M., Rolling Stones, Sonny Rollins, The Cult, The Doors

Ever since I got into music in the late-’70s, I’ve been a big fan live album. But I’m also very particular when it comes to them; I only like them if they’re organic, cruelty free, and soundboard-to-stereo. In other words, ...CONTINUE

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Music Review: The Cult’s Electric Peace

August 12, 2013February 2, 2017 Paul Semel 2 Comments Ian Astbury, music, Reviews, The Cult, The Cult Electric, The Cult Electric full album, The Cult Electric Love Removal Machine, The Cult Electric Peace songs, The Cult Electric review, The Cult Electric songs, The Cult Peace, The Cult Peace review, The Cult Wild Flower

In 1986, The Cult recorded their third album, Peace, with Love producer Steve Brown at the helm. But unhappy with the results, the band rerecorded many of the songs with Rick Rubin, redubbing the disc Electric. Now both ...CONTINUE