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Top 10 Songs of the 1990s: Defining Tracks of the Decade
The 1990s was a decade when music transformed radically, with genres like grunge, hip-hop, and pop dominating the…
12 November 2024
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Writer & Editor
Jacob
Jacob is a writer and editor at Tune Tempest with a particular love of progressive rock, art rock and artists who push beyond conventional boundaries. From landmark albums to overlooked corners of an artist’s catalogue, his writing explores the stories, ideas and creative decisions behind the music.
Musical DNA
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Genres I Write About
Progressive Rock, Art Rock, Alternative
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Favourite Artist
Kate Bush
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Favourite Album
The Dreaming - Kate Bush
“I’m drawn to music that feels ambitious, emotional and a little different — albums that reveal something new every time you return to them.
Areas of Coverage
Progressive Rock
Art Rock
Alternative
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Latest from Jacob
70's
Album Review: Led Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti
Led Zeppelin's Physical Graffiti isn’t just another album—it’s a journey through rock’s expansive possibilities. From thunderous riffs to…
12 November 2024
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Features
How Status Quo Became One of Britain’s Most Iconic Rock Bands
With their infectious boogie-rock sound and relentless energy, Status Quo carved out an unmatched place in British rock.…
11 November 2024
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Features
The Story Behind Roy Harper’s When an Old Cricketer Leaves the Crease
Roy Harper’s “When an Old Cricketer Leaves the Crease” is a soulful exploration of time, tradition, and the…
11 November 2024
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Artist Spotlight
Artist Spotlight: Amyl And The Sniffers
Amyl and The Sniffers have reignited punk rock with unfiltered ferocity, blazing a path from DIY beginnings to…
11 November 2024
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90's
Album Review: Smashing Pumpkins Siamese Dream
With Siamese Dream, The Smashing Pumpkins defied the stripped-down ethos of early '90s rock, crafting an album as…
10 November 2024
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Features
Johnny Cash: Champion for America’s Underdogs in Song
Johnny Cash was more than a music legend—he was a tireless advocate for society’s forgotten. Through powerful songs,…
9 November 2024
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Playlists
Psychedelic Rock Songs to Transport You Beyond Reality
Ready for a mind-bending musical journey? This playlist of 20 essential psychedelic rock songs will take you deep…
9 November 2024
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Features
Steven Wilson’s Songwriting: Inside Porcupine Tree’s Legacy
Steven Wilson, the creative force behind Porcupine Tree, redefined modern progressive rock with songs that challenge, captivate, and…
8 November 2024
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