Ken Tucker, 1953-

April 27, 2015

07:00

Alabama Shakes Opens New Territory On 'Sound & Color'

Over the course of Sound & Color, Alabama Shakes messes with what had already, after its first album, become its signature sound. Fresh Air rock critic Ken Tucker has this review.

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April 23, 2015

08:00

Dwight Yoakam's 'Second Hand Heart' Is First Class

Fresh Air rock critic Ken Tucker says the album is one of Yoakam's most stylistically diverse.

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April 14, 2015

06:22

The Mountain Goats' John Darnielle Finds Refuge In The Ring

Fresh Air rock critic Ken Tucker says The Mountain Goats' concept album about pro wrestling is filled with a remarkable range of melodies and moods.

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Alabama Shakes Opens New Territory On 'Sound & Color'

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The Mountain Goats' John Darnielle Finds Refuge In The Ring

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