New Music CDs

Breathtaking layers of voices often carry a strong sense of social and ecological urgency on original songs such as Second line blues; Oh, Sankofa; This place inside where I can rest; and more.

A reissue of the 1974 MCA Greatest Hits album, minus two B-sides, and with the addition of the 1979 Casablanca disco hit "Take Me Home" and the 1971 Sonny & Cher hit "All I Ever Need Is You."

After twelve years, legendary hip-hop trio De La Soul releases a brand new studio album. Snoop Dogg makes an appearance on the track Pain. There are also appearances from Usher, David Byrne, Jill Scott, Damon Albarn, and more.

Dierks Bentley continues one of the most interesting journeys in country music with the release of his eighth studio album. It is a personal album that explores breakups, hookups, mess-ups, and everything in between.

Shawn Colvin and Steve Earle's debut self-titled album features six co-written original songs plus covers of songs made popular by such greats as the Rolling Stones and Emmylou Harris.

Don't Look Away Now! is another album by the great saxophonist James Moody. Features the same great jazz music with the help of others on the piano and vocals.

Known as a monumental record in the history of rock n' roll, this album is a collection of songs from seven RCA recordings and five older tracks licensed from Sun Records, Presley's first record label.

Presenting all of Heart's singles in one collection that spans over their entire career leaving no stone unturned. With many previous released collections, this two disc set is by far the best.

In the spirit of the dramatic 2016 presidential election adventures comes a release that offers a glimpse into what could have been. This album comprises unreleased compositions realized on the Synclavier along with other relevant tracks mined from the vault, with a political thread tying it all together.

In commemoration of alto saxophonist Charlie Parker's time with the Savoy and Dial labels in the '40s, this two-disc collection is full of brilliant jazz moments.

Elvis' third and final gospel album, He Touched Me, is distinct from both of his previous LPs. This is Elvis' contemporary gospel record, including material from Bill Gaither (the title song), Andraé Crouch ("I've Got Confidence"), and Dallas Frazier ("He Is My Everything").

On January 27th, 2016, Joan Baez celebrated her 75th birthday with a historic performance at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. The special event honored her legendary 50 plus years in music in an intimate, career spanning live performance. Baez performed alongside fellow artists and friends, including, David Bromberg, Jackson Browne, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Judy Collins, and more.

The complete original album, Coltrane 'Live' at the Village Vanguard, which was Trane's first official live album. Coltrane is joined here on two tunes by the wonderful Eric Dolphy on bass clarinet, plus veteran sidemen McCoy Tyner on piano, Elvin Jones on drums, and Jimmy Garrison and Reggie Workman alternating on bass - both play together on 'India', one of three tracks from the same sessions added here as a bonus.

On her debut album, Price adds fresh twists to classic Nashville country, with a sound that could've made hits in any decade, and her hard-hitting blues grooves push the boundaries further west to Memphis.

Two worlds have collided, and what glorious and odd worlds they are. After a summer tour pairing Primus with the Ghost of a Saber Tooth Tiger, Les Claypool and Sean Lennon combined their abstract talents into a new project.

The companion album for Moby's autobiography, Porcelain. The first comprehensive compilation of Moby's work starting in the 1990s, including previously unreleased and remastered recordings from his early catalog, plus two new songs. Also features a collection of some of the era's defining dance recordings that inspired Moby's early career.

Having combined the Cali-reggae sound of Sublime with a jam band attitude years ago, Rebelution were well into their groove by the time Peace of Mind rolled around. They retain enough of that surfer dude mojo to be charming, and while Peace of Mind often leads with its "good vibes," there's a deep impact to be had here and there.

Country superstar Dolly Parton's 43rd studio album features ten tracks including new originals as well as reworked versions of Tomorrow Is Forever and Say Forever You'll Be Mine.

Includes songs by legendary bluesmen such as Leadbelly, Charley Patton and Mississippi John Hurt. Along with blues masters, the spotlight is also put on early blues masters, some whose talents have almost been forgotten.

Sturgill Simpson releases the follow-up to his breakthrough, Grammy-nominated 2014 release, Metamodern Sounds in Country Music. Recorded in Nashville, his latest features support from his touring band as well as the Dap-Kings.

In a characteristically imaginative move, the Quatuor Ébène complements Schubert's sublime Quintet for two violins, viola and two cellos.

The name of this album comes from a song on the record that refers to a whimsical hairstyle, but it also serves as a metaphor for Lake Street Dive's philosophy and personality as a band. They strive to be different and to be a genre all their own and to try to express to listeners to be yourself.

Recorded in Nashville with producer Jay Joyce, this album crackles with the upbeat, sing-along energy of the Head And the Heart's finest work. Includes the single All We Ever Knew.

Longtime friends Ben Bridwell of Band of Horses and Iron & Wine's Sam Beam unveil their first ever collaborative album, which serves as an homage to the songs that have had an indelible influence on both of its creators.

Wilco returns with their first studio album since 2004's A Ghost Is Born. Includes the single What Light.

Washington, Jr. displays his versatility on this album that features him playing alto, tenor, and soprano sax. The album is a definite mixture of contemporary, pop, and crossover with a little bit of R&B. Includes a cover of Withers' Just the Two of Us.

Sharon, Lois & Bram's beloved 1982 live album finally makes its debut on CD. Included are performances of Side by Side; Skinnamarink; and Apple Picker's Reel.

What began as a children's theater project has quickly grown into one of the most exciting and popular children's entertainment platforms. Humor, games and dancing are just some of many talents utilized by Pica-Pica to entertain children.

Over the years, the Wiggles have cemented their status as one of the most beloved acts in children's music. This collection brings together their most popular tracks, including Hot Potato; Apples and Bananas; Pappadum; and more.

The second in the series of releases that includes some of Disney's biggest and best titles from their top animated films. Includes music from Beauty And The Beast; Cinderella; Toy Story; and more.

It's easy to smile and feel right about the world while rocking along to this compilation of sunny, feelin' groovy music for the whole family. The album features 13 of the coolest indie kids artists and includes never-released cute by the Verve Pipe and Caspar Babypants and the debut single from Katydid.