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Allegaeon - Fragments of Form & Function
Formed in early-summer 2008, with the release of their self-titled EP immediately following, Allegaeon (pronounced: uh-lee-juhn) has quickly spread their unique version of extreme metal locally, nationally and internationally, with much acclaim from press and fans alike. Their first studio EP was produced by local studio magic man, Dave Otero (Cephalic Carnage, Martriden, Cobalt). With those 4 songs, Allegaeon managed to captivate an entire new legion of dedicated supporters worldwide.
Big Head Todd & the Monsters - Rocksteady
The essence of Big Head Todd and The Monsters - a rootsy, emotionally- direct variety of rock n roll that lends itself particularly well to a live setting - has been winning fans since the band started playing together in high school. Rocksteady is the band's eighth studio album and was recorded and produced by them in their home studios in Denver, CO and Chicago, IL over the course of a year. Many of the songs are already becoming fan favorites as they have fine-tuned during the bands constant tour schedule.
Books - The Way Out
Over the course of three albums in nearly a decade's time, the Books have grown to become one of modern music's most genuine innovators. The Way Out continues the Books' tradition of meticulous, existential songcraft, infusing the playfully surreal elements of previous albums with a humorous, childlike excitement. Produced and recorded as always in the Books' home studios, The Way Out expands on the charm and intimacy of past endeavors with a deeper emotional resonance and an ever-impressive marriage of seemingly disparate sound worlds.
Brian Culbertson - XII
Brian Culbertson commemorates his twelfth release with 12 new songs that continue to reflect his broad-ranging musicality and mastery of intimate moods. The titles swing from the rapturous metaphorically rich love ballad "Skies Wide Open" (featuring R&B singing star Avant), the sexy bedroom baby-maker "I Wanna Love You" (featuring singer/guitarist Ray Parker Jr.), the strings-kissed dance jam "Another Love" (featuring 21st century soul man Kenny Lattimore) and the cool club persuader "Out On the Floor" (featuring balladeer supreme Brian McKnight) to the slammin' attitude jam "Don't U Know Me By Now" (featuring powerhouse Faith Evans), a journey through the many moods of being entitled "That's Life" (featuring Earl Klugh who co-penned it along with fellow Detroit native Parker and Culbertson), a think piece on the meaning of it all titled "I Don't Know" (featuring spoken word enchantress Natalie Stewart of Floetry), and an all-out Go-Go party jam titled "Feelin' It" (featuring the man who put Washington, D.C. Go-Go Music on the map, Chuck Brown in addition to a comedic appearance by Sinbad). Four more instrumentals round out the album, including the lovely dreamscape "Waiting for You" and the incredibly funky "Stay Wit It" on which he takes a rippin' Moog solo.
Charlie Louvin - Hickory Wind
On February 22, 1956, The Louvin Brothers warmed up for Elvis Presley at City Auditorium in Waycross, GA. On hand was a nine year old boy named Gram Parsons. It would leave an indelible mark on the future legend, who went on to popularize several Louvin Brothers songs for the ages. On September 19, 2009, Charlie returned to Waycross to pay tribute to the granddaddy of Alt Country, singing "Hickory Wind" for the first time ever, as well as Louvin Brothers songs Gram either recorded or must have heard in his early years. If Gram is the granddaddy, Charlie is the great-granddaddy ; a Country Music Hall of Famer, and a legend in the truest sense of the word.
M.I.A. - XXXO - The Remixes
This EP features 6 remixes of "XXXO", the first single from M.I.A.'s Maya album
Marc Cohn - Listening Booth
One Sunday morning in the early '70's, a youngster in Cleveland caught an earful of Van Morrison's Astral Weeks and his life was never the same. That kid was Marc Cohn and soon after that morning he bought everything Morrison had released to date, along with works by Joni Mitchell and Jackson Browne. Cohn's rootsier, acoustic neofolk style harkens back to the more sophisticated rock and pop inflections of singer-songwriters of two decades past - his supple, velvety baritone and elegant piano-based arrangements frame shrewdly crafted songs ripe with pop touches. Marc Cohn's new record on Saguaro Road will focus on the year 1970, an important year for music fans in general and particularly for Marc, because many significant albums and singles were released then that had an impact on his decision to become an artist.
Rick Ross - Teflon Don
With three successful albums to his credit, Ross is at the top of his game and ready to take on the world. On his fourth album Teflon Don, Ross is riding high with the album's first single "Superhigh" feat. Ne-Yo. On Teflon Don, Ross joins forces with music's elite, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Chrisette Michele, Raphael Saadiq to name a few, to create another classic album in his hip hop legacy.
Sheryl Crow - 100 Miles From Memphis
For Sheryl Crow, the title of her seventh album isn't just a location; it's a state of mind. "I grew up in a small town 100 miles from Memphis, and that informed not only my musical taste, but how I look at life," she says. "The drive to Memphis is all farmland, and everyone is community-oriented, God-fearing people, connected to the earth. The music that came out of that part of the world is a part of who I am, and it's the biggest inspiration for what I do and why I do it." So for the Kennett, Missouri native, calling the disc 100 Miles From Memphis is a statement of purpose, both musical and emotional. It also marks a long-awaited return by the nine-time Grammy winner to the sounds that first drew her to making music.
Zero7 - Record
Zero 7's latest release with Atlantic, Record is a retrospective collection of the last 10 years with tracks and remixes from their previous four albums plus a track from their very first EP that was released on limited vinyl. The band will be promoting the record with a 'Zero 7 DJs' tour and a host of UK and European festival appearances are already in place. US dates to come.
***All album release dates are subject to change without notice. Subject to availability.
