The Mixtape

Love Songs for Grown-Ups

For Valentine's Day, a Mixtape of tunes that take a more practical, realistic, mature approach to relationships.

Feb 13 • Michael Elliott

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Uncovered: Something Wicker This Way Comes

The second installment of “Uncovered,” an occasional feature that investigates the similarities of album covers across genres and decades. This time, we…

Feb 6 • Michael Elliott

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January 2026

Talking 'Tales' With Warren Haynes (and Chuck Leavell)

Legendary guitarist talks with The Mixtape about 'Tales of Ordinary Madness,' his upcoming solo tour, Gov't Mule, 'Landman,' and playing with the Late…

Jan 30 • Michael Elliott

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The Best of 1976

As America celebrated its 200th, outlaw country, punk rock, and disco rebelled against the status quo.

Jan 23 • Michael Elliott

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Uncovered: Lean Into It

Back when artists were too cool to stand, and opted to just chill for the camera.

Jan 9 • Michael Elliott

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December 2025

The Best of What I Heard in 2025

Thanks for coming along for the ride this year.

Dec 30, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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Tell Me There's a Heaven: Remembering Chris Rea

Remembering a superb guitarist and vocalist who could wring the blues out of a slick pop tune.

Dec 23, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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The 2025 Christmas Mixtape

Just in time to jingle your bells and deck your halls.

Dec 19, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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So Long, Joe

Joe Ely, one of the Lone Star State's greatest sons, shrugged at fame and settled for the love of making music.

Dec 16, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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There Goes My Heart: R.I.P., Raul Malo

Remembering 'El Maestro,' one of the most powerful voices of the last 35 years.

Dec 12, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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“Play It, Steve!”

The body of work Steve Cropper left behind acts as a foundation of everything that followed.

Dec 5, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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November 2025

The Best of 1995

Grab your walking cane and blood pressure meds; 1995 was 30 years ago.

Nov 21, 2025 • Michael Elliott

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