Ken Tucker, 1953-

July 6, 1990

05:59

Jeff Lynne's Musical Reinvention

Ken Tucker reviews the first solo album by the Electric Light Orchestra and Traveling Wilburys alum. Known for his past complex and often sterile music, Lynne has since adopted a looser, rougher style that's big on charm.

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June 27, 1990

07:01

Two Acts Move Past Punk in an Attempt to be Commercial.

Rock critic Ken Tucker reviews new albums by the bands Sonic Youth and John Doe.

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June 21, 1990

06:55

The Man Behind New Kids on the Block and New Edition.

Rock critic Ken Tucker profiles Maurice Starr, the man behind the hugely popular teen groups "New Kids on the Block" and "New Edition."

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Jeff Lynne's Musical Reinvention

Two Acts Move Past Punk in an Attempt to be Commercial.

The Man Behind New Kids on the Block and New Edition.

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