This week I dive into music news solo, covering Aerosmith's uncertain future, overplayed yet undeniably great 90s songs, and an exhaustive history of progressive rock that might have tested everyone's patience.
• Steven Tyler "just doesn't want to tour" according to bandmate Joe Perry, though Aerosmith might still have one show left
• Joe Perry Project touring with Chris Robinson from Black Crows as vocalist and musicians from Stone Temple Pilots
• Radiohead's "Creep" and Metallica's "Enter Sandman" maintain their greatness despite radio overexposure
• Four Non Blondes' "What's Up" decidedly does not deserve similar retrospective appreciation
• Whitney Houston's "I Will Always Love You" remains undisputed as a powerful soundtrack contribution
• Progressive rock timeline from King Crimson (1969) through decades of complex compositions
• Plans potentially forming for a special 200th episode reunion with former co-hosts
I'll be back next Thursday night, with or without Jack, to continue bringing you more music news and commentary. Thanks for listening and for being the engine that runs this machine.