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Roots rock releases, week 37

· 9 releases

This week’s roots rock highlights span five decades, from Waylon Jennings’ landmark 1976 album to new concert recordings featuring the Grateful Dead from 1966 and Elliott Murphy in 2026. Notable anniversaries include Bob Dylan’s 'Hard Rain' and the 25th anniversary of The Charlatans’ 'Wonderland', alongside reflections on Dire Straits’ final album and John Mellencamp’s 'Mr. Happy Go Lucky'. The legacy of Dylan’s controversial 1992 release, recorded near the World Trade Center, is revisited alongside behind-the-scenes stories like Carmine Appice’s role in crafting Rod Stewart’s biggest hit. These releases and retrospectives underscore the genre’s enduring influence and complex history.

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