Tommy

In 2006 The Smithereens did something really unique – they did a covers album. Actually, they covered an album. The Smithereens recorded the Beatles breakthrough album, Meet The Beatles, from the first track through the last. Meet the Smithereens is a fun romping and wonderful re-imagining of the spirit of the early Liverpool Beatles as heard through the power-pop chords and Marshall amps of New Jersey’s Smithereens. On May 5th, the Smithereens are back at it again with the release of the Who's Tommy. As much as I was ready to roll my eyes at the thought of it – in listening to...