Ken Tucker, 1953-

September 13, 1994

04:52

Webb Pierce Is a Litmus Test for True Country Fans

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews "Webb Pierce: King of the Honky Tonk." Pierce's rough edge laid the groundwork for contemporary country music -- though Tucker says newer artists could use some of Pierce's passion.

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August 19, 1994

02:54

Neil Young and Crazy Horse Turn Down the Volume on Their New Record

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews "Sleeps with Angels," the latest collaboration between Neil Young and the band Crazy Horse. Tucker is a big fan of Young, but regrets he's mostly bored by the album.

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August 8, 1994

04:33

An Exhilarating, Anger-Fueled Album from an All-Woman Band

Ken Tucker reviews "Hungry for Stink" by L7. They're currently appearing in the Lollapalooza tour.

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Webb Pierce Is a Litmus Test for True Country Fans

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