Geoff Barton

Mainstream scene too dull? Rundgren (and son) to the rescue!

Wistful Wiltshire yarn-spinner comes to court

Blackmore rising

Remastered and expanded, how do Bad Co’s third and fourth hold up?

We’re off to see the Witch

Music for pleasure by Focus’ esteemed drummer. But whose pleasure?

Psych rock thrillas from Manila

Minstrels in the galley-ry

Trio of no-fuss rock’n’roll records from the female Motörhead

Impressive playing, but missing that X-factor – a certain vocalist.

Wetton and co’s recent live document gains poignancy.

A quintessential and comprehensive collection of reissues, rare tracks and more

More Captain Birdseye than Sam Kydd

We rate all the Pies

Diamonds are forever

Or should that be ‘Defective’?

A full house for Chicago’s Melloton magic-makers.

A rather quiet riot from the impeccable Welsh crew

Live, from the annals: welcome to heaven

Tales of mystery from an Italian prog team-up

Rush’s career-saving and career-defining album, now with lacklustre bonus tracks