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Steve Winwood of Traffic rehearsing at The Fairfield Hall, Croydon, South London in preparation for a recorded concert for their Welcome To The Canteen album on the 6th June 1971
Nine Steve Winwood albums you should listen to and one to avoid

By Paul Elliott Published

Buying guide With the Spencer Davis Group, Traffic, Blind Faith and solo, Steve Winwood has shown himself to be a truly singular talent. These are his best albums

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Nine Muddy Waters albums you should listen to and one to avoid

By Henry Yates Published

Buying guide The best albums from Muddy Waters, the electric warrior of fine blues who mobilised the Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton

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Ghostly keychains, vinyl box sets & classic tees: Ditch the chocolates and discover an alternative take on Mother's Day gifts

By Scott Munro Published

Buying guide Mother's Day takes place on March 15 and if you're struggling for a present, I've picked out a pile of rock and metal-themed gifts that are far from boring

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Portrait of American Rock composer, musician, and producer Jim Steinman (1947 - 2021), sitting in a large wicker chair, as he holds a boom box on his lap, New York, New York, April 30, 1981.
Nine Jim Steinman albums you should listen to and one to avoid

By Dave Everley Published

Buying guide His musical vision was rejected by everyone. Then, like a bat out of hell, he went from a nobody to being hailed as a musical genius

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Best music streaming services 2026: Which streaming platform should be your go-to for on-the-go listening?

By Steve May Last updated

Buying guide In this round-up of the best music streaming platforms, let’s find out how Spotify, TIDAL, Apple Music, Qobuz and others truly compare

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Steve Miller leaning against a fence with a guitar
Nine Steve Miller albums you should listen to and one to avoid

By Max Bell Published

Buying guide In a career of over 60 years, guitarist, singer and songwriter Steve Miller has recorded classic songs and acclaimed albums

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Give World Book Day a rock'n'roll edge with my pick of 12 must-read publications: Ozzy, Lemmy, Bowie, Slash, The Boss & more

By Scott Munro Published

Buying guide World Book Day is the perfect time to find something new to read - and if it's music content you're after, I have you covered with these essential publications

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A photograph of the Marshall Acton III on a wooden shelf alongside a number of vinyl records, ornaments and a slim, white candle.
Best Marshall speakers 2026: Powerful party and pocket speakers from the guitar-amp giant

By Steve May Last updated

Buying guide A comprehensive look at the best speakers from iconic amp merchants Marshall – covering portable powerhouses and huge home hi-fi boxes

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Detail from the cover of Nuggets: Original Artyfacts From The First Psychedelic Era 1965-1968
10 garage rock albums you absolutely need to hear

By Johnny Sharp Published

Buying guide Our pick of the must-have long-players from the golden age of garage and beyond.

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Nine Johnny Cash albums you should listen to and one to avoid

By Bill DeMain Published

Buying guide Original Man In Black and iconic singer-songwriter Johnny Cash recorded almost 100 albums over the course of his career - and these are the ones you need

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