Some songs are like a time machine. You press play, and suddenly you’re somewhere else, some other time. Maybe it’s a smoky bar in the 1970s, a sweaty punk club in the 80s, or, in the case of “Oh Denise,” the new single from Ken Woods and The Old Blue Gang, a dusty dancehall on the outskirts of Austin, Texas, sometime in the not-too-distant past. The...

Toby Pearce, a newcomer to the scene from the UK's thriving rock scene, has been making waves with his compelling combination of genuine passion and explosive musicianship. Pearce's current album "Another Day" is a tribute to his brilliance, with songs that expertly balance the personal and the epic. A melodic celebration of life and vitality, "Another Day" reflects Pearce's transformation from attorney to musician. Pearce's stunning vocal...