New music for today!
Various- Sex and the City Soundtrack
The long-awaited movie brings with it a killer chick soundtrack with artists like Jennifer Hudson, Jem, India Arie and Fergie. New songs and some classics are included on this release.
Cyndi Lauper- Bring Ya To The Brink
It’s been over a decade since Cyndi has released a full album of new material. Very dancy, very thumpy and oh, did I mention… a bit on the naughty side. Yes, there’s an explicit version. Naughty Cyndi! It’s new, fresh and fun.
Al Green- Lay It Down **Sam’s Pick**
This is Al Green’s tribute to, well.. himself. Guest artist include John Legend and Corinne Bailey Rae plus the drummer from the Roots. This album is incredibly soulful, produced impeccably and shows Green hasn’t lost one bit of his appeal. Think fireplace, candles.. and well, you know. Green is still all about love.
Usher- Here I Stand
It can’t be easy to follow up an album that sold over nine million copies, but here goes Usher again. Teaming up with some excellent producers has given Usher another solid album with his first single “Love in the Club” all ready at number 2 on the charts.
Steve Miller Band- Live from Chicago 2007 (DVD Box Set)
This stems from a two shows legendary Steve Miller played in Chicago last year at the Ravinia. The included documentary includes shots of Miller traveling around Chicago in a cab, showing fans some of the places he played early in his career.
The Smithereens- Live in Concert/Greatest Hits and More **Sam’s Pick**
Before they were signed, The Smithereens used to play a venue all the time called the Court Tavern in New Jersey. This compilation has live performances at that venue that spans their whole career (nearly 30 years). What you get is extended/crazy live versions of tunes, not limited to hit singles. An awesome compilation.
Other releases worth noting:
Lil Kim- Ms. G.O.A.T.- Greatest of All Time
Wisin & Yandel- Los Extraterrestres: Otra Dimension
KRS-One- Maximum Strength
Calvin Richardson- When Love Comes
John Hiatt- Same Old Man
Brooke Fraser- Albertine
Rehab- Sittin’ At A Bar
Sharon Little- Perfect Time a Breakdown
Spiritualized- Songs In A&E
Beto Terrazas- Conquistando Caminos
Jenny Scheinman- Jenny Scheinman
Midnight Juggernauts- Dystopia
36 Crazyfists- The Tide and it’s Takers
Mike Ragogna- Summerland
Angel Band- With Roots & WingsKeak Da Sneak- Deified
Coming soon! I will no longer be listing the blogs in this form. In the coming weeks, I will be replacing this with a video blog!
Meanwhile, thanks for reading. :)
xo,
Sam
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
local band makes it BIG and indiana gets a new soundtrack
Huge list of new stuff for today including a major label release for Denver band the Flobots!!
John Williams- Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (Soundtrack)
Who else would be composing the score for the new Indiana Jones movie? None other than legendary composer John Williams, of course! His epic, dramatic… extremely recognizable style has been immortalized in movies like Star Wars, Jurassic Park and yes, the other Indy movies.
3 Doors Down- 3 Doors Down
The band’s latest piece was recorded in two different locations (a farmhouse in Franklin, Tennessee and a mansion in Florida). Afterwards, they hauled their new babies to Nashville to be mixed. What resulted was what the guys describe a very personal record in the sense that every one of them was in a different, better place prior to any other album they’ve made. They are excited to be on the road in support of their new release.
Flobots- Fight With Tools **Sam's Pick**
Local fav the Flobots all ready released this album, so if your a fan you may all ready have it, but this is the major label re-release… same thing only the label name of Universal Republic has been added.
Scarlett Johansson- Anywhere I Lay My Head
The actress’s debut album is a tribute to Tom Waits. 10 of the tracks are his tunes done in her style and the 11th is an original called “Song for Jo.” Reviews so far on her attempt to break into the music world are not favorable, but curiosity may just make you wanna determine for yourself. I was not impressed with it, but then again, I’m sort of a Tom Waits purist.
Jesse McCartney- Departure
We find a more mature Jesse in this new release… he’s been busy honing his writing skills (ie: helping OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder write Leona Lewis’ smash hit Bleeding Love) and feels this album is a departure from his younger ways, thus the title of the CD.
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers- Greatest Hits
Yes, this a new Greatest Hits, but the only difference is the addition of “Stop Dragging My Heart Around” his duet with Stevie Nicks and the absence of “Something in the Air.” So unless you reaaaaally want that duet on your greatest hits, you’re not getting’ much here.
Eric Hutchinson- Sounds Like This **Sam’s Pick**
This album was all ready released by Eric himself and sold over 10,000 copies, but he’s now been picked up by WEA/Reprise Records, it’s been re-released. He’s toured with the likes of Jason Mraz. Lovers of the singer/songwriter genre will dig!
John McLaughlin- Floating Point
Not to be confused with Jon McLaughlin.. John is a legendary guitar player (Jon is a young singer/songwriter/pianist that we had perform at the first AuNaturAlice last May). Along with the CD, there is also a DVD: John McLaughlin- John McLaughlin: Meeting of the Minds- The Making of Floating Point
Additional releases worth noting:
The Dresden Dolls- No, Virginia
King’s X- XV
2Pac- Assassination: Conspiracy or Revenge (DVD)
U2- Rattle and Hum (Blu-Ray)
Mudhoney- Lucky Ones (Mlps)
Love Psychedelico- This Is Love Psychedelico
Southern Gentlemen- Valley of Fire
The Band of Heathens- The Band of Heathens **Sam’s Pick**
Kidz Bop- 80s Gold
Donna Summer- Crayons
Another Black Day- Another Black Day
Julianne Hough- Julianne Hough
Foxboro Hot Tubs- Stop Drop and Roll
Sonny Landreth- From The Reach
Bun B- II Run
Jethro Tull- Jack in the Green: Live In Germany (DVD)
Miley Cyrus- Karaoke CD
Yellowjackets- Lifecycle
Mates of State- Re-Arrange Us
Various- Disneymania, Vol. 6
Various- Disney Music Block Party
Mason Jennings- In the Ever
James Carter- Present Tense
John Williams- Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (Soundtrack)
Who else would be composing the score for the new Indiana Jones movie? None other than legendary composer John Williams, of course! His epic, dramatic… extremely recognizable style has been immortalized in movies like Star Wars, Jurassic Park and yes, the other Indy movies.
3 Doors Down- 3 Doors Down
The band’s latest piece was recorded in two different locations (a farmhouse in Franklin, Tennessee and a mansion in Florida). Afterwards, they hauled their new babies to Nashville to be mixed. What resulted was what the guys describe a very personal record in the sense that every one of them was in a different, better place prior to any other album they’ve made. They are excited to be on the road in support of their new release.
Flobots- Fight With Tools **Sam's Pick**
Local fav the Flobots all ready released this album, so if your a fan you may all ready have it, but this is the major label re-release… same thing only the label name of Universal Republic has been added.
Scarlett Johansson- Anywhere I Lay My Head
The actress’s debut album is a tribute to Tom Waits. 10 of the tracks are his tunes done in her style and the 11th is an original called “Song for Jo.” Reviews so far on her attempt to break into the music world are not favorable, but curiosity may just make you wanna determine for yourself. I was not impressed with it, but then again, I’m sort of a Tom Waits purist.
Jesse McCartney- Departure
We find a more mature Jesse in this new release… he’s been busy honing his writing skills (ie: helping OneRepublic’s Ryan Tedder write Leona Lewis’ smash hit Bleeding Love) and feels this album is a departure from his younger ways, thus the title of the CD.
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers- Greatest Hits
Yes, this a new Greatest Hits, but the only difference is the addition of “Stop Dragging My Heart Around” his duet with Stevie Nicks and the absence of “Something in the Air.” So unless you reaaaaally want that duet on your greatest hits, you’re not getting’ much here.
Eric Hutchinson- Sounds Like This **Sam’s Pick**
This album was all ready released by Eric himself and sold over 10,000 copies, but he’s now been picked up by WEA/Reprise Records, it’s been re-released. He’s toured with the likes of Jason Mraz. Lovers of the singer/songwriter genre will dig!
John McLaughlin- Floating Point
Not to be confused with Jon McLaughlin.. John is a legendary guitar player (Jon is a young singer/songwriter/pianist that we had perform at the first AuNaturAlice last May). Along with the CD, there is also a DVD: John McLaughlin- John McLaughlin: Meeting of the Minds- The Making of Floating Point
Additional releases worth noting:
The Dresden Dolls- No, Virginia
King’s X- XV
2Pac- Assassination: Conspiracy or Revenge (DVD)
U2- Rattle and Hum (Blu-Ray)
Mudhoney- Lucky Ones (Mlps)
Love Psychedelico- This Is Love Psychedelico
Southern Gentlemen- Valley of Fire
The Band of Heathens- The Band of Heathens **Sam’s Pick**
Kidz Bop- 80s Gold
Donna Summer- Crayons
Another Black Day- Another Black Day
Julianne Hough- Julianne Hough
Foxboro Hot Tubs- Stop Drop and Roll
Sonny Landreth- From The Reach
Bun B- II Run
Jethro Tull- Jack in the Green: Live In Germany (DVD)
Miley Cyrus- Karaoke CD
Yellowjackets- Lifecycle
Mates of State- Re-Arrange Us
Various- Disneymania, Vol. 6
Various- Disney Music Block Party
Mason Jennings- In the Ever
James Carter- Present Tense
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
new duffy, jason mraz and indiana jones!
Here are some of the new releases for today!
Duffy- Rockferry
Duffy’s story is a fascinating one. She grew up in a very remote part of Whales without much musical influence surrounding her. She didn’t know what was cool, she just discovered a love of music and created an album that sort of transcends genre. Very charming.
Jason Mraz- We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things **Sam’s Pick**
It’s no secret that Mraz “found himself” while preparing to write and record his new album. Mraz’s lyrical style seems to only get better and better and this new album is some of the best new work I’ve heard. A MUST have.
Filter- Anthems for the Damned
The hardcore Filter fan may find this new release a disappointment, but new fans who haven’t been exposed to the rockin’ Filter of the mid-nineties might be ok with it. Just seems like the fire continues to fade with these guys. Kind of a bummer.
Evanescence- The Document Unauthorized CD/DVD
The DVD of this set has some new material, but the CD has interview material that has been previously released in some form or another. Take a good look at it before you add it to your collection.
City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra-The Indiana Jones Trilogy: New Recordings
Just in time to tantalize us before the release of the new movie later this month comes new recordings from the scores of all three movies. And do I have my tickets for the midnight showing on the 22nd? YES!!
Other releases worth noting:
Death Cab For Cutie- Narrow Stairs
Iron Maiden- Somewhere Back In Time: The Best of 1980-1989
Korn- Live at Montreux 2004 (DVD)
Ryan Cabrera- The Moon Under Water
We Are Scientists- Brain Thrust Mastery
Ted Nugent- Sweden Rocks: Live 2006
Meat Loaf and Bruce David Klein- Meat Loaf: In Search of Paradise (DVD)
Robert Cray- Live at the BBC **Sam’s Pick**
Tangerine Dream- Booster
Safetysuit- Life Left To Go
Joe Cocker- Hymn For My Soul
Visage- The Anvil
10 Years- Division
Old 97’s- Blame It On Gravity
Dokken- Lightning Strikes Again
Sountrack- The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (by Harry Gregson-Williams)
Keith Sweat- Just Me
The Black Angels- Directions To See A Ghost
Simone- Simone on SimonePendulum- In Silico
Thanks for reading!
xo,
Sam
Duffy- Rockferry
Duffy’s story is a fascinating one. She grew up in a very remote part of Whales without much musical influence surrounding her. She didn’t know what was cool, she just discovered a love of music and created an album that sort of transcends genre. Very charming.
Jason Mraz- We Sing, We Dance, We Steal Things **Sam’s Pick**
It’s no secret that Mraz “found himself” while preparing to write and record his new album. Mraz’s lyrical style seems to only get better and better and this new album is some of the best new work I’ve heard. A MUST have.
Filter- Anthems for the Damned
The hardcore Filter fan may find this new release a disappointment, but new fans who haven’t been exposed to the rockin’ Filter of the mid-nineties might be ok with it. Just seems like the fire continues to fade with these guys. Kind of a bummer.
Evanescence- The Document Unauthorized CD/DVD
The DVD of this set has some new material, but the CD has interview material that has been previously released in some form or another. Take a good look at it before you add it to your collection.
City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra-The Indiana Jones Trilogy: New Recordings
Just in time to tantalize us before the release of the new movie later this month comes new recordings from the scores of all three movies. And do I have my tickets for the midnight showing on the 22nd? YES!!
Other releases worth noting:
Death Cab For Cutie- Narrow Stairs
Iron Maiden- Somewhere Back In Time: The Best of 1980-1989
Korn- Live at Montreux 2004 (DVD)
Ryan Cabrera- The Moon Under Water
We Are Scientists- Brain Thrust Mastery
Ted Nugent- Sweden Rocks: Live 2006
Meat Loaf and Bruce David Klein- Meat Loaf: In Search of Paradise (DVD)
Robert Cray- Live at the BBC **Sam’s Pick**
Tangerine Dream- Booster
Safetysuit- Life Left To Go
Joe Cocker- Hymn For My Soul
Visage- The Anvil
10 Years- Division
Old 97’s- Blame It On Gravity
Dokken- Lightning Strikes Again
Sountrack- The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (by Harry Gregson-Williams)
Keith Sweat- Just Me
The Black Angels- Directions To See A Ghost
Simone- Simone on SimonePendulum- In Silico
Thanks for reading!
xo,
Sam
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
finally! new gavin degraw!!
In no particular order... here are some of the new releases for today!
Clay Aiken- On My Way Here
This is Aiken’s second album of original material (the first was his debut in 2003). While looking for music for his album, he found Ryan Tedder’s (singer of OneRepublic) song “On My Way Here.” Obviously the vibe of that song became the foundation of the entire recording.
Neil Diamond- Home Before Dark (Deluxe Edition)
Yes… a NEW album from Neil! Splurge on the deluxe edition and you’ll get a bonus disc with vids.
Gavin DeGraw- Gavin DeGraw **Sam’s Pick**
My numero uno release for today! So far, my favorite track (except for In Love With a Girl that we’ve been playing for awhile on Alice) is Young Love. He played a beautiful acoustic version of the tune at AuNaturAlice 3 last month. Absolutely solid and I look forward to being able to sing along with every other song, too.
Elvis Costello and the Imposters- Momofuku
Momofuku Ando was the inventor of the Cup Noodle and this album is apparently a tribute to him. Since there is no way I can beat the description from Costello himself here is the link to his blog describing the album that is available on vinyl and CD. http://www.elviscostello.com/web/guest/news?p_p_process=1&p_p_globalparams=1&sSet=4559&sResource=27665
Costello is currently touring with the almighty Police and can be seen with them at Red Rocks July 21st. Rock-n-roll.
Barenaked Ladies- Snack Time
Snack Time could of course just be another goofy name for a BNL album, but it’s not… it’s actually the groups first album that features children’s songs… but adults will dig it as well! And if you still are aching for a new BNL that is not geared towards kiddos, then you’re in luck! They head back into the studio a bit later this year to record a new album that will be a celebration of their 20 years as a band.
Sneaker Pimps- Bloodsport **Sam’s Pick**
Though this is the groups third album, most people only know one song from them (6 Underground). Their brand of trip-hop is reminiscent of some of my favorite 90s British Alternative acts. Worth exploring if you want something new and fun.
Midnight Oil- Diesel and Dust (Enhanced)
This is the 20 year anniversary of the album and the newly released version is completely loaded with the original tracks (naturally…) and a bonus DVD with live cuts. Super cool release!
Other releases worth noting:
Soundtrack- Iron Man (by Ramin Djawadi)
Soundtrack- Lost: Season 3
Soundtrack- Speed Racer (by Michael Giacchino)
Soundtrack- Standard Operating Procedure (by Danny Elfman)
Dieselboy- Substance D
Machine 15- Millencolin
Josh Groban- Awake (Live CD/DVD)
Armin va Buuren- Imagine
The Last Shadow Puppets- Age of the Understatement
Johnny Mathis- A Night to Remember
Mindi Abair- Stars
Tokio Hotel- Scream
Tim McGraw- Tim McGraw’s Collector’s Edition
Dierks Bentley- Greatest Hits: Every Mile a Memory
Chris Sligh- Running Back To You
Craig David- Trust Me
Sawyer Brown- The Best of Sawyer Brown
Have a great day and thanks for reading!
xo,
Sam
Clay Aiken- On My Way Here
This is Aiken’s second album of original material (the first was his debut in 2003). While looking for music for his album, he found Ryan Tedder’s (singer of OneRepublic) song “On My Way Here.” Obviously the vibe of that song became the foundation of the entire recording.
Neil Diamond- Home Before Dark (Deluxe Edition)
Yes… a NEW album from Neil! Splurge on the deluxe edition and you’ll get a bonus disc with vids.
Gavin DeGraw- Gavin DeGraw **Sam’s Pick**
My numero uno release for today! So far, my favorite track (except for In Love With a Girl that we’ve been playing for awhile on Alice) is Young Love. He played a beautiful acoustic version of the tune at AuNaturAlice 3 last month. Absolutely solid and I look forward to being able to sing along with every other song, too.
Elvis Costello and the Imposters- Momofuku
Momofuku Ando was the inventor of the Cup Noodle and this album is apparently a tribute to him. Since there is no way I can beat the description from Costello himself here is the link to his blog describing the album that is available on vinyl and CD. http://www.elviscostello.com/web/guest/news?p_p_process=1&p_p_globalparams=1&sSet=4559&sResource=27665
Costello is currently touring with the almighty Police and can be seen with them at Red Rocks July 21st. Rock-n-roll.
Barenaked Ladies- Snack Time
Snack Time could of course just be another goofy name for a BNL album, but it’s not… it’s actually the groups first album that features children’s songs… but adults will dig it as well! And if you still are aching for a new BNL that is not geared towards kiddos, then you’re in luck! They head back into the studio a bit later this year to record a new album that will be a celebration of their 20 years as a band.
Sneaker Pimps- Bloodsport **Sam’s Pick**
Though this is the groups third album, most people only know one song from them (6 Underground). Their brand of trip-hop is reminiscent of some of my favorite 90s British Alternative acts. Worth exploring if you want something new and fun.
Midnight Oil- Diesel and Dust (Enhanced)
This is the 20 year anniversary of the album and the newly released version is completely loaded with the original tracks (naturally…) and a bonus DVD with live cuts. Super cool release!
Other releases worth noting:
Soundtrack- Iron Man (by Ramin Djawadi)
Soundtrack- Lost: Season 3
Soundtrack- Speed Racer (by Michael Giacchino)
Soundtrack- Standard Operating Procedure (by Danny Elfman)
Dieselboy- Substance D
Machine 15- Millencolin
Josh Groban- Awake (Live CD/DVD)
Armin va Buuren- Imagine
The Last Shadow Puppets- Age of the Understatement
Johnny Mathis- A Night to Remember
Mindi Abair- Stars
Tokio Hotel- Scream
Tim McGraw- Tim McGraw’s Collector’s Edition
Dierks Bentley- Greatest Hits: Every Mile a Memory
Chris Sligh- Running Back To You
Craig David- Trust Me
Sawyer Brown- The Best of Sawyer Brown
Have a great day and thanks for reading!
xo,
Sam
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