Music columns by Ricky Flake from Biloxi and Gulfport, MS

Ricky Flake

They're new to me

This week, I'm reviewing new releases by bands and artists I'm not familiar with. The first CD is the latest offering from Midwestern rocker Michael Stanley; the next is the newest solo album from King's X leader Dug Pinnick. After that, a double...

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RICKY FLAKE

DVDs chronicle independent record stores; Nashville star has a new CD and a super group Mad Season has CD/DVD combo

This first May Sound Check column kicks off with two DVDs about the problems, promise and potential of independent record stores in modern days. After that, you'll find reviews of a new CD from Nashville's Jessica Campbell, a Deluxe CD/DVD package from Seattle super group Mad Season and the latest...
RICKY FLAKE

Dusting off new, previously unreleased and reissued recordings

I think almost all music fans will enjoy at least part of the music considered for review in this week's column.
RICKY FLAKE

Blues, mopey music, country, easy-listening and a twisted tale

Today's column kicks off with a collection of previously unreleased recordings that should have been reviewed last year, followed by a collection of duets by a singer/songwriter/entertainer who has a new biography. After that, I'll consider a new release from an English band that was big awhile ...