After more than 20 years, NIGHTINGALE’s's celebrated fourth full-length, “Alive Again”, is available again, remastered (CD/LP) by songwriter/frontman/producer Dan Swano (Opeth, Katatonia, Oceans Of Slumber). Originally released only on CD in 2003, “Alive Again” starts the build-out of NIGHTINGALE's harder rock tendencies as they bridge '70s rock, AOR, prog and metal. The group's international profile also saw them pull in friend Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon, Star One) to guest on "Falling". “Alive Again” features stand-out tracks "Shadowman", "The Glory Days", "Shadowland Serenade" and the 11-minute saga "Eternal". The definitive re-issue edition of “Alive Again” is now available as a Ltd. Digipak 2CD (10 + 20 bonus tracks) with O-card and for the first time ever on vinyl, as 180g LP (10 tracks). Restored, renewed and extended, fans will revel at NIGHTINGALE's brilliant “Alive Again” once more.
ARCHITECTS are back and charging forward in the heavy rock world with their latest sonic masterpiece, The Sky, The Earth & All Between. After two relentless years on the road—featuring massive European summer tours with Metallica and top billing at festival stages across North America, from Sonic Temple to Aftershock—the band has returned to the studio to deliver their most powerful collection of songs yet.With the creative force of Jordan Fish (Bring Me The Horizon) behind the boards, ARCHITECTS have captured the explosive energy of their live performances while elevating their signature melodic edge. This album reflects the perfect blend of raw intensity, emotional depth, and innovative production. Already making waves, singles like “Curse” and “Seeing Red” have drawn rave reviews from Metal Injection, Alternative Press, and Loudwire. Idobi crowned “Seeing Red” an “anthem powerhouse,” and the track’s global success landed it in the top 10 of charts worldwide—amassing over 45 million streams along the way.
The Sky, The Earth & All Between builds on the momentum of their 2022 album, the classic symptoms of a broken spirit, which stormed to the top of the UK Rock and Metal Charts. With this new release, Architects are once again set to push the boundaries of modern heavy music, cementing their status as one of the most exciting and essential bands of our time.
Cal Tjader fuses Afro-Cuban rhythms and mainstream jazz solos in his1956 album Latin Kick. Alongside Tjader (vibraphone) the album also features Brew Moore (sax), Luis Miranda (congas), Bayardo Velarde (timbales), Manuel Duran (piano), and Carlos Duran (bass). This new edition of the album is released as part of the Original Jazz Classics Series and is pressed on 180-gram vinyl at RTI with all-analog mastering from the original tapes at Cohearent Audio and presented in a Tip-On Jacket.
Andrew Bird & Madison Cunningham’s new album, Cunningham Bird, reinvents the classic 70s gem Buckingham Nicks. With a fresh, modern twist, they blend their distinct folk & indie sounds, creating a compelling homage to the original. Bird's intricate violin work & Cunningham’s soulful vocals transform the timeless melodies, offering both a nod to the past & a vibrant, contemporary flair. Fans of both artists & the original album will find this collab a rewarding journey and ode to a classic.
Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Mariah's timeless album, Merry Christmas with a limited-edition zoetrope vinyl! Features all of the festive hits including, "All I Want For Christmas Is You," "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home,)" "Joy To The World," and more.
“You have to see them in concert,” is what fans of The National have been preaching for years. “The songs transform. It’s a whole other level.” Recorded live (without overdubs) in June 2024 at an architecturally stunning venue named for famed Italian film composer Ennio Morricone, Rome is the definitive live document of The National. The 21-track double album is truly career spanning, and showcases scintillating versions of beloved songs like “Bloodbuzz Ohio,” “Don’t Swallow the Cap,” “I Need My Girl,” “The System Only Dreams in Total Darkness,” “England” and “Fake Empire”; plus sharpened readings of recent tracks “Eucalyptus,” “New Order T-Shirt,” “Tropic Morning News” and the boundary-pushing “Smoke Detector.” The National’s setlist changes significantly show to show, revisiting their 25-year catalog to cast fresh light on hidden gems. For Rome that includes the show opener “Runaway,” “Lemonworld,” “The Geese of Beverly Road,” “Lit Up” and a tour de force pairing of “Humiliation” from their critically acclaimed album Trouble Will Find Me into Sad Songs For Dirty Lovers’ “Murder Me Rachael.” The Rome encore features the election anthem “Mr. November,” and, from High Violet, “Terrible Love” and the show-closing fan singalong, “Vanderlyle Crybaby Geeks.” The live album was mixed by the band’s longtime collaborator Peter Katis. Reviewing a National performance this summer, NME wrote that “every song is played like it could be the last.” Rome captures that playing-for-keeps urgency on record and serves not merely as a concert souvenir but the latest vital addition to the band’s peerless catalog.
Round Record is proud to reintroduce the recordings of David Grisman & Jerry Garcia with the debut volume in a new series exploring the foundation of their beloved studio recordings. The collection assembles the master takes originally recorded as duos which were later embellished with various instrumentation before released on Garcia/Grisman, Shady Grove, Been All Around This World, and Not for Kids Only. They are presented here for the first time in their original unadorned state on 2xLPs.
Underground hip-hop legends Spectac & Amiri are back with their latest offering, "Beautiful Soul", set for release through Ill Adrenaline Records. Known for their signature jazzy, soulful soundscapes and introspective lyricism, this album builds on the success of their critically acclaimed project Soul Beautiful. Once again, Amiri's soulful production lays the foundation for Spectac's sharp, reflective rhymes, proving the duo's chemistry is as potent as ever.
Amiri has long been praised for his ability to blend golden-era vibes with modern production techniques, crafting beats that seamlessly combine jazz, soul, and boom bap. Over the years, his work has earned a respected place in the underground scene, producing for a wide array of artists while staying true to his unique sound.
On the mic, Spectac is a seasoned emcee from South Carolina with roots in North Carolina, known for his witty wordplay and freestyle prowess. With a career spanning over a decade, his lyricism often explores personal experiences and societal issues, making his verses both relatable and thought-provoking. Together, the duo has earned the respect of underground hip-hop heads globally, delivering consistently high-quality music that blends nostalgia with fresh creativity.
Having worked with the likes of 9th Wonder, Big Daddy Kane, and A Tribe Called Quest, Spectac & Amiri are most definitely veterans in the game. Their releases have always been rooted in the spirit of true-school hip-hop, which has enabled them to maintain their underground presence for decades.
For those familiar with Spectac & Amiri, Beautiful Soul is a return to form, delivering the kind of lush, thoughtful hip-hop that's become their trademark. And for newcomers? Consider this your backstage pass to one of the best-kept secrets in the underground. Get ready, because once you hit play, you're not just listening — you’re vibing with legends.
THALIA / NAVIDAD MELANCOLICA - After Thalia's Christmas hit "FELIZ NAVIDAD" released in 2020, she now comes with her first Christmas Music Album which includes this hit, plus 6 additional new original tracks. One which is a collaboration with Christian Pastor and Musician, Marcos Witt. Sony Music Latin Vinyl Color Red, no booklet, since LP, includes Sticker.
For one night in June 2019, Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim joined 3x Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown on stage at The Town Hall in NYC. They celebrated each other’s songs with the help of stage luminaries Katrina Lenk, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Rob McClure, Shoshana Bean, Joshua Henry, and an orchestra conducted by Georgia Stitt. Recorded live, this joyous event was the talk of New York. For Sondheim, who passed away in 2021, this was a very rare – and became his final – public performance.
Making history with his first solo album GOLDEN, Jung Kook of BTS is back with a vinyl version containing the same hit songs “SEVEN (feat. Latto),” “3D (feat. Jack Harlow)” and “Standing Next To You.” Contents of the vinyl album include: 1-LP Golden Vinyl, Outer Sleeve, Photo Book, Contents Envelope, 2 Postcards, 2 Photo Cards, 1 Wax Seal Sticker. Dimensions: 316 x 316 x 5 mm.
The original version of “Serious” was included on Kazzey's 2022 album Voyage. The collaboration between him & LA modern funk mainstay XL Middleton became a favorite in the street dance scene, soon becoming used in innumerable videos & dance battles internationally. It also found its way into heavy club rotation thanks to forward-thinking DJs who include the modern funk sound in their sets, from the West Coast of the US to Japan, and back to Kazzey's native France. Now, the track is finally being pressed on vinyl, and included on the b-side is a bonus remix (the “Midnight Drift Remix”) bringing a silkier, late-night edge to this certifiable dance floor filler.
Introducing "Stop 2 Quit," a captivating new deep, jazzy, and lo-fi house music 12" compilation EP that delves into the art of sonic escape amidst the overwhelming noise of modern life. Featuring a hard-hitting lineup of producers — Darone Sassounian, Jamma D, and Jarren representing Los Angeles, Roche in Portland, and Morris Mobley in Lyon, France — each track serves as a remedy to the relentless barrage of messages and distractions that flood our minds. All copies are screen-printed by Sam Arrellano and labels are hand-stamped by Alaia Pareja. "Stop 2 Quit" invites you to tune out the chaos and lose yourself on the dancefloor.
Da Buze Bruvaz' own Him Lo returns with a powerful new album, produced exclusively by the renowned Giallo Point. This marks their sixth collaboration as the dynamic duo, Cognac Kingz, hailed as one of the most formidable MC and producer teams since Gang Starr. The new full-length LP, titled "Lo Frasier," promises to deliver intense and hard-hitting raps from Him Lo, complemented by Giallo Point's earth-shattering tracks. Meat and Potato, punch you in the face rap. It's just grimy street level poetry over cinematic beats. Heavily inappropriate, explosive art that touches fans from the gutters to the penthouses and everywhere in between.
DMX made his legendary introduction to the world in 1998 with his multi-platinum-selling debut album It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, which captured his gift for blending light and heavy concepts behind an intense, menacing presence at the microphone. Before the end of that year DMX had released his second hit, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, which also reached #1. DMX’s next three albums also went on to secure the top spot, making him the first rapper to have their first five albums go straight to the top of the US chart.
Yet, one thing remained as a consistent theme across DMX’s releases — his profound prayers. Found on each of his first six studio albums, these prayers (which do not contain beats) blend supplications, thanksgivings, confessions, and meditations on life, death, and the beyond.
In celebration of DMX’s legacy and ahead of his 54th birthday, UMe will be releasing Let Us Pray: Partnering with GRAMMY award-winning songwriter and producer Warryn Campbell, we set DMX’s prayers to music for the first time on this groundbreaking project that marries hip-hop and gospel with features from Killer Mike, Snoop Dogg, LeCrae, MC Lyte and more.
DMX made his legendary introduction to the world in 1998 with his multi-platinum-selling debut album It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, which captured his gift for blending light and heavy concepts behind an intense, menacing presence at the microphone. Before the end of that year DMX had released his second hit, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, which also reached #1. DMX’s next three albums also went on to secure the top spot, making him the first rapper to have their first five albums go straight to the top of the US chart.
Yet, one thing remained as a consistent theme across DMX’s releases — his profound prayers. Found on each of his first six studio albums, these prayers (which do not contain beats) blend supplications, thanksgivings, confessions, and meditations on life, death, and the beyond.
In celebration of DMX’s legacy and ahead of his 54th birthday, UMe will be releasing Let Us Pray: Partnering with GRAMMY award-winning songwriter and producer Warryn Campbell, we set DMX’s prayers to music for the first time on this groundbreaking project that marries hip-hop and gospel with features from Killer Mike, Snoop Dogg, LeCrae, MC Lyte and more.
WHAM!’s Last Christmas is not only one of the most iconic songs of all time, but also a cultural phenomenon. Loved by generations around the world, George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley’s timeless Christmas classic is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The limited-edition snowflake white vinyl 12” single brings all the versions together in one special festive package. It includes a stunning previously unreleased live version of the track performed by George at Wembley in 2006.
Luther Vandross - Never Too Much: Greatest Hits - Vinyl 2 LP
Sony Music Vision and FoxxHole Productions produced the Luther Vandross: Never Too Much which will premiere on CNN on January 1, 2025. Directed by Dawn Porter, the film features interviews with many artists who worked with or were influenced by Luther including Mariah Carey, Roberta Flack, Jamie Foxx, Richard Marx and Dionne Warwick. As a companion piece to the documentary, Legacy will release a greatest hits album. The album features the studio versions of all the songs that were included in the documentary. The album also features 4 previously unreleased tracks including The Beatles classic "Michelle" which was recorded in June 1989.
Creating a balance between the strength of bravado and the vulnerability of being intimate. A new journey awaits in "BRAVADO+INTiMO" or (B.i.) by .idk. (Ignorantly Delivering Knowledge). The name itself mirrors the enigmatic creator's duality. This musical journey is less of a narrative in words and more of an exploration of essence and melodic resonance. Through a fusion of soul, jazz, and hip hop, with a futuristic touch courtesy of the electronic leaning sequencer, .idk. crafts a sonic landscape that defies convention. “My goal with this album was to simplify everything.” With a concise 32-minute runtime and a focus on conceptual clarity, "BRAVADO+INTiMO" emerges as one of .idk.’s most accessible and cohesive projects to date. “With B.i., I just wanted to sing over beats that artists like MF DOOM would normally rap over and only rap when it felt the most natural” Drawing inspiration from his collaborations with MF DOOM, .idk. effortlessly transitions between singing and rapping, creating a seamless experience that captivates from start to finish. .idk.’s efforts provide rapping, singing, production, and even creative direction for a very specific language in a world that he governs quite well. BRAVADO+INTiMO (B.i.) provides a new palette for the future of melodic rap while capturing the essence of hip hop’s foundation.
All Time Low -"The Forever Sessions Vol. 1" [White LP] Celebrating a successful 20 years, the boys of All Time Low went back into the studio with their years of experience and development to create new, high-quality re-recordings of their early bona fide hits, The Forever Sessions Vol.1, including the explosive "Dear Maria, Count Me In." Nearing over 1 billion streams worldwide, the single has become an online hit within the recent years, exploding on TikTok and other short-form platforms. These new re-recordings sound better than ever. White LP includes vinyl-only bonus track, "Therapy." [White LP]
Destroy Boys' catalog vinyl is back in stock! 2024 has been a big year for the band with the release of their new album, Funeral Soundtrack #4 (available on Hopeless Records) and Epitaph Records are harking back to these two seminal vinyl releases from the band's early days, just in time for Black Friday! "Sorry Mom" (2017) and "Make Room" (2018) will be available on Black Vinyl as well as each getting a limited 500 unit pressing on colored vinyl exclusive for Indie Retail. Destroy Boys formed in 2015, when founding members Violet Mayugba and Alexia Roditis were just 15 years old, and each release has marked a period of growth and change. "Looking back, our first three albums marked the deaths of things," says guitarist Violet Mayugba. "They were soundtracks to our funerals, whether they were for our ages, our mental states. We've gone through a lot of changes as a band and as people." "The first one (Sorry, Mom) was our high school album," Mayugba explains. "On the second record (Make Room), we went to college and were saying goodbye to our childhood. On the third one, we'd just gone through COVID and, speaking for myself, I lost my entire sense of self and gained a new one."Now, at 24, Mayugba and Roditis are standing firmly on solid ground with more resolute and confident than ever in their place as musicians.
Description Loyalty Digital Corp. is excited to announce the release of its first 7" Vinyl. Show Ya How To MC Ft. the legendary Def Jef & Grandmaster Caz b/w Let's Be Clear ft. The UMC's.
Show Ya How To MC Ft. Def Jef & Grandmaster Caz is the first official single from Fokis' upcoming project, The Vintage Album.
The song is produced by Fokis and features cuts by DJ Grouch of Toronto Canada. The single is an ode to 80s hip-hop, reminiscent of a park jam with a DJ playing some funky breakbeats.
On Side B, Let's Be Clear features Staten Island legends The UMC's. Produced by Lower East Side Beatsmith Pro.Grade, the uptempo track reflects a 90s style posse cut with bars being spit at rapid fire. This limited release includes a full-color jacket, shrink-wrapped for extra protection.
Snoop Dogg’s new album, Missionary, produced entirely by Dr. Dre, brings together a lineup of legendary
collaborations. Featuring Eminem, Jelly Roll, 50 Cent, Sting, Jhene Aiko, and more, this project is packed with
undeniable greatness.
Daft Punk / DISCOVERY (INTERSTELLA 5555 EDITION) Discovery Album For The First Time Reissued In It's Original Japanese Version. Cover Art By Leiji Mastumoto (Interstella 5555). Includes The Daftcard To Access The Daftclub, The Original Sticker Sheet.
Bear McCreary returns to compose music for the seventh season of Outlander where characters Jamie Fraser and Young Ian race to rescue Claire before she's tried and wrongfully convicted for the murder of Malva Christie. This season showcases a geopolitical firestorm: The American Revolution arriving to North Carolina. The second part of the series finds Claire, Jamie and Young Ian leaving the colonies and arriving in their beloved homeland of Scotland. The perils of the Revolutionary War force the Frasers to choose between standing by those they love and fighting for the land they have made their new home.
Outlander stars CaitrÃona Balfe as "Claire Fraser," Sam Heughan as "Jamie Fraser," Sophie Skelton as "Brianna MacKenzie," Richard Rankin as "Roger MacKenzie," John Bell as "Young Ian," David Berry as "Lord John Grey," along with newcomers Charles Vandervaart as "William Ransom," Izzy Meikle-Small as "Rachel Hunter" and Joey Phillips as "Denzell Hunter."
Available once again on vinyl, California 37 is the platinum certified sixth studio album from Train. The album features smash hits, 'Drive By,' and '50 Ways To Say Goodbye,' as well as fan favorites, 'Mermaid,' 'Bruises (feat. Ashley Monroe)' and more. The album is the band's highest charting album in the U.S. and has continued to find new audiences and fans since it's 2012 release.
Nct Dream has returned with a new mini album titled DREAMSCAPE, which marks the second chapter in their journey following DREAM()SCAPE. Completing their latest world tour THE DREAM SHOW 3, Nct Dream is ready to show the world a new vibrant story unfolding in a dreamlike landscape. Available in the Construct ver. - contents include: CD, Spring Notebook (64 pages), Sticker (3 each), Folded Poster (random 1 of 2), Photo Card (random 1 of 7).
Well over a decade since their last collaborative LP, Philadelphia legend Freeway has once again teamed up with Seattle superproducer Jake One for their second full-length collaboration: “Stimulus Package 2”. Having been a key part of countless hit albums over the past 20 years, Jake One crafts timeless and versatile soundscapes that connect with both underground and mainstream hip hop audiences, and few sound more at home over his beats than Freeway. All-star guest appearances on the album include Black Thought, Jadakiss, Conway the Machine, Sauce Walks, Peedi Crack, Scholito, and Symba.
Ella Thompson’s new record Ripple on the Wing is a sweet and spooky modern take on classic soul music. With echoes of 1960s lowrider love songs and haunting cinematic arrangements, Ella sings songs of personal empowerment and self-realization alongside classic themes of love and longing.
Backed by an impeccable band featuring members of Surprise Chef with other Melbourne soul luminaries, Ripple on the Wing’s production palette is an intoxicating blend of the acoustic and amplified, with harpsichord, piano, and flute melding with classic funky drums, organ, and guitar, along with those sweet vocal harmony singalong ‘oohs & ahhhs’ that make everything alright.
A total solar eclipse visited North America on April 8, 2024. To celebrate this breathtaking celestial event, fivebyfive created a one-of-a-kind concert experience for audiences that included originally commissioned inspired music to celebrate the eclipse, with immersive video presented on a full dome of a planetarium. This album captures music from the concert and offers audiences a means in which to explore and meditate on their own experiences of the eclipse, pondering the wonder of it all.
Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. Iron Maiden's classic second album, KILLERS, was their first to feature guitarist Adrian Smith and the last to feature vocalist Paul Di'Anno. Released in 1981, it was Iron Maiden's first album to chart in the US, hitting #78 and is RIAA-certified GOLD. Includes the classic tracks, "Wrathchild," "Twilight Zone," and "Purgatory." 2015 Remaster
Mufasa: The Lion King (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) [LP] New Lion King Movie Coming December 13, 2024 Simba Mufasa Scar Lion King Prequel James Earl Jones Aaron Pierre Mufasa Soundtrack - 19 songs
SKZHOP VER. Record-breaking group Stray Kids continues on their World Tour after their releasing their hit album 'ATE.' The group is back with a new album titled HOP - available in a SKZHOP VER. Contents of the album include: CD, Outbox, Photobook, CD Book, Photocard (random 1 of 8), Unit Photocard (random 1 of 4), Sticker, Mini Poster, Folded Poster and Graphic Sticker. US/EU Exclusive: Postcard. Dimensions: 220 x 150 x 15 mm.
Niall Horan - "The Show: Live On Tour" / Niall Horan is celebrating the incredible run of his ongoing 2024 world tour with the release of his live album The Show: Live On Tour, collecting some of the finest moments of Horan's sold-out, two-night takeover of the legendary New York venue Madison Square Garden, plus 10 songs from shows around the world, from Melbourne to Milan, Tampa to Tokyo, and London to Lódz, Poland. The songs hail from all 3 solo albums, including The Show, which debuted #1 on Billboard's Top Album Sales tally and topped the charts in the U.K., Ireland, Australia and Holland, among others. Listeners can relive striking, full-band renditions of the triumphant, harmony-rich "Heaven," groove - steeped pop gem "Slow Hands," and Horan's first solo release, the intimate, acoustic "This Town," alongside fan favorites from the past eight years. Horan's latest outing has been a landmark one - his biggest tour yet and his first headline run since 2018's Flicker World Tour. Tri-fold CD with foldout poster/booklet.
Niall Horan is celebrating the incredible run of his ongoing 2024 world tour with The Show: Live from Madison Square Garden, collecting some of the finest moments of Horan's sold-out, two-night takeover of the legendary New York venue. The songs captured on this release hail from all three solo albums, including The Show, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Album Sales tally and also topped the charts in the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Holland and Belgium, among others. Listeners can relive striking, full-band renditions of the triumphant, harmony-rich "Heaven," groove-steeped pop gem "Slow Hands," and Horan's first solo release, the intimate, acoustic "This Town," alongside fan favorites from the past eight years of powerful songcraft. Horan's latest outing has been a landmark one - his biggest tour yet, and his first headline run since 2018's Flicker World Tour. Niall Horan -"The Show: Live On Tour" Pressed on 140-gram translucent yellow 12" vinyl.
This is Shakira's 11th studio album, this album contains a total of 14 songs three in English. This album was inspired by Shakira's live experiences and personal life. This album contains the hit single "La Bicicleta" with Carlos Vives and the mega hit "Chantaje"
This is Shakira's ninth selling album; this is her return to Latin Pop music with a fusion on Merengue. Five singles were release from this album. "Loca" and "Rabiosa" were the top two tracks that made it into the charts in the U.S., Mexico, Spain, Switzerland, Brazil, France, Colombia and many other countries
Experience John Legend's debut studio album Get Lifted, now pressed on vinyl. This GRAMMY-winning record merges the essences of soul, R&B, and hip-hop, showcasing standout songs like "Used to Love U," "Ordinary People," and "Let's Get Lifted." The vinyl release also includes the exceptional bonus cut, "So High" Cloud 9 Remix featuring Ms. Lauryn Hill.
The War On Drugs, “one of the premier live bands of their generation” (Pitchfork), announce Live Drugs Again, via Super High Quality Records and Transgressive / Canvasback. In support of Live Drugs Again, the band will kick off their Zen Diagram North American co-headline tour with The National, with support from Lucius, on September 12th. Recorded on tour between February 2022 through December 2023 in America, UK, Europe and Australia, Live Drugs Again follows 2020’s Live Drugs and represents The War On Drugs at their ragged, righteous best. Bandleader Adam Granduciel comments, “Live Drugs Again chronicles the evolution of these songs from the studio to stages all over the world; documenting our continued growth as a live band. This series ensures that these versions, and some of our favorite moments on stage, will live on.” As Consequence so accurately hailed, “it’s hard to imagine a musical experience that’s more enveloping and uplifting.” This is hearing a band at its peak.
Barlow & Bear's music for Moana 2, in theaters Nov. 27, 2024, will make them the youngest (and only all-women) songwriting duo to create a full soundtrack for a Disney animated film. Two of their songs - "Beyond, " a soaring showcase for star Auli'i Cravalho (Moana), and "Can I Get a Chee Hoo?
For years, Childish Gambino's Atavista hid in plain sight. When he released an unfinished version of the record on March 15, 2020, it spent just 12 hours on his website before he pulled it down. Reappearing on streaming a week later as 3.15.20, the project brought up almost as many questions as sparkling neo-soul anthems, which still sounded slicker than the average as raw cuts titled after timestamps.
Atavista is an ode to impermanence, never more directly than over the glimmering guitar of "Time" with Grande. ("One thing's for certain, baby/We're running out of time," they harmonize on the chorus.) But in Gambino's capable hands, Atavista also slows down to enjoy the view, the sonic equivalent of a luxe leather-interior BMW cruising an open California highway. "I did what I wanted to," he revels on closing track "Final Church." Atavista took many shapes over the years to reach a final form. In each warm refrain, tight sequence, and carefully chosen collaborator, Gambino demonstrates why some things are worth waiting for.
The Human Fear is the sixth studio album from Franz Ferdinand.
Produced with Mark Ralph, who previously worked with the band on their 2013 album Right Thoughts, Right Words, Right Action, the album showcases Franz at their most immediate, upbeat and life-affirming, unashamedly going for the pop-jugular in classic Franz style.
Recorded at AYR studios in Scotland, the 11 songs on The Human Fear all allude to some deep-set human fears and how overcoming and accepting these fears drives and defines our lives.
Moka Only is a hip-hop legend with a career spanning nearly three decades. Hailing from Vancouver, he's renowned for his prolific output, introspective lyrics, and unique blend of melodic rap and thoughtful storytelling. His music explores themes of personal growth, societal issues, and introspective reflections, making him a respected voice in the hip-hop landscape.
Moka's highly anticipated new album, "Arbutus Canyon” is a deeply personal tribute to his formative years on Vancouver Island, the album is a sonic exploration of the region's landscapes, culture, and memories. Inspired by the iconic Arbutus tree and the Arbutus Canyon, a real geographic location near Victoria, the album is a rich tapestry of sounds and stories. Moka's signature beats evolve while remaining true to his established style, creating a seamless continuation of his previous work, "In and of Itself."
Throughout "Arbutus Canyon," listeners will encounter coded references to adventures and experiences on Vancouver Island, as well as cryptic elements that invite deeper exploration. The album features a variety of interludes, including the extended "Arbutus Intermission," providing a unique listening experience.
Director Paul Verhoeven’s original RoboCop film featured one of Basil Poledouris’ most iconic scores. 1993's RoboCop 3 marked Basil's return to the hit franchise, which featured the titular character defending the citizens of Detroit against the devious Omni Consumer Products in an all-out war for the city. This first-ever vinyl release of the Deluxe Edition score is a 2-LP yellow vinyl set, which comes in a gatefold jacket featuring brand-new art from illustrator Estevan Silveira.
Gracie Abrams returns with the deluxe version of her sophomore album, The Secret of Us (Deluxe)released via Interscope Records. This is Gracie's most expansive body of work both sonically and narratively. Building onto a massive year for Gracie, she adds 4 new songs including fan favorite ‘That's So True'. Gracie's growth as a songwriter and vocalist is showcased in her most extroverted album yet, as she continues to work with longtime collaborator Aaron Dessner. A portion of these songs were also written with Gracie's best friend, Audrey Hobert. This album was written with the urgency with which you run home to detail every moment of a night to your friend, with her live experiences over the past year having deeply shaped the identity of this album.
‘KIDZ BOP 50’ is here with this year’s biggest Certified BOPs including “Espresso”, “MILLION DOLLAR BABY’, “I Had Some Help”, “Good Luck, Babe!" and more!
‘Dua Lipa Live From The Royal Albert Hall’ features Dua’s greatest hits reimagined with The Heritage Orchestra, and a 14 person choir and 7 piece band.
With spot gloss text detailing and a special die cut front cover, fans are able to swap the main album cover to one of 3 other images from the special show.
Balloonerism is a full-length album that Mac Miller created around the time of the release of Faces in 2014. It is an album that showcases both the breadth of his musical talents and fearlessness as an artist. Fans of Watching Movies with the Sound Off, Delusional Thomas, Faces and more will immediately understand the album's creative ambition, agnostic of genre.
Until I Wake's sophomore album Renovate finds the band leveling up at every turn. Pummeling verses collide with arena-ready choruses, gnarly riffs, and massive breakdowns — the kind hard rock fans live for. The Buffalo band's sound is re-invigorated by new singer Justin Smith and they've honed their live chops through near-constant touring and key festival slots. With hellacious songs like "The Reverence" and "Hole Hearted," the band has positioned itself as "one to watch" in the hard rock scene.
Green Vinyl. The arrival of a new Mogwai album - their eleventh - is cause for great celebration. The album's title, The Bad Fire, is a working-class Glaswegian term for Hell. It reflects the difficult time that members of the band were going through. New to the studio was American producer John Congleton, known for his work with Explosions In The Sky, Sigur Rós, John Grant and pretty much everyone in between. Congleton's work can be heard on the album's three singles. The album opener "God Gets You Back" sounds like Daft Punk being hunted by My Bloody Valentine, while "Fanzine Made Of Flesh" sounds like a victory parade for a baby yeti; and "Lion Rumpus" does actually sound like a lion rumpus. The music of Mogwai is a difficult thing to describe, but an easy thing to experience. At punishing volume, it can annihilate your body, leaving you as little more than a head which should by rights fall helplessly to the ground. Yet the music contains an updraft, a sense of beauty encased in the onslaught. This holds you up, suspended and empowered, reminding you that paradise is your birthright. This is especially true of The Bad Fire. It may have been created in dark conditions, but all that is transcended by the act of four musicians working together here, now, in the moment - the only place where Mogwai exist.
L.S. Dunes is a dynamic supergroup formed by members from prominent bands within the punk and alternative rock scenes. The lineup features Anthony Green (Circa Survive, Saosin) on vocals, Frank Iero (My Chemical Romance) on guitar, Travis Stever (Coheed and Cambria) on guitar, Tim Payne (Thursday) on bass, and Tucker Rule (Thursday) on drums. Known for their high-energy performances and unique blend of post-hardcore and punk influences, L.S. Dunes brings together a powerhouse of talent and experience, creating a sound that is both fresh and familiar to fans of their respective bands.
Circle of Giants is the 14th studio album by moe. In a nod to the band’s enduring resilience and musical evolution, Circle of Giants reflects on the journey of the band through decades of highs and lows, bringing fans a fresh sound infused with introspective lyrics, masterful instrumentation, and dynamic energy.
The last decade has seen Michigander quietly emerge as a 21st century troubadour whose deft balance of rock energy, alternative adventurousness, and heart-on-his-sleeve songcraft continues to endear audiences and tastemakers alike. Born in Michigan and based in Nashville, singer, songwriter, and producer Jason Singer has steadily progressed one gig and release at a time. However, he truly steps into his own on his self-titled full-length debut album, Michigander. “The last ten years were awesome,” he says. “Everything built up to this point though. To make an analogy, the EPs were like television episodes of my story, and the album is the movie version. It’s blown up on the big screen. I’m just getting started, but this is my introduction to the world.” Throughout a busy 2024, he crafted what would become Michigander. Inspired by the likes of TV On The Radio, Blur, Idles, and The National, he embraced a newfound confidence and continued to sonically break down boundaries, taking his time.
Indie Exclusive - SOPHIE's iconic Grammy-nominated debut album, released in 2018 before the artist tragically passed away in 2021. It was released to widespread critical acclaim and cemented SOPHIE as a pioneer.
Indie Exclusive - Experience a musical dialogue between two of the most virtuosic tenor sax players to grace the stage. As bandleaders, composers, innovators and musicians, these two jazzmen are celebrated alongside the likes of Coltrane and Charlie Parker. Jazz historian Scott Yanow stated “Sonny Stitt and Red Holloway make a perfect team on this exciting jam session record... Holloway was able to keep up with the combative Stitt and the fireworks are well worth savoring.” A Catalyst Records reissue. Pressed on red colored vinyl.
Indie Exclusive - Most avid music listeners will never discover this record from a true pioneer of spiritual jazz. Charles Owens, one of the 80s’ most in-demand saxophonists, arranged this masterpiece and plays solos on flute, tenor and soprano. The band’s chemistry is instantly apparent as they float between genres, maintaining a groove the whole way through. Purchase this rare Vault reissue on heavyweight yellow vinyl.
Avis would see two releases in total, a Ray Sharp solo record (AVIS-1002) but more relative to our story, The Ebonys - Back In My Arms b/w I Can't Help But Love You (AVIS-1001). Recorded in 1968 and released in 1969 the record failed to chart, or maybe get radio play at all. This was the very first release for Clarence, David, James, and Jennifer as The Ebonys. Written and produced by Ray and arranged by the late, great Roland Chambers, the single seems to have long been forgotten. Perhaps it was overlooked, or overshadowed by the very successful career The Ebonys would go on to have at PIR, under Gamble & Huff. In 1971, The Ebonys' single You're The Reason Why was in the ten on the U.S. R&B Charts, a first for PIR.
Fifty-five years later, after a seemingly endless effort by Raymond Waterhouse to relive some of that late 1960s glory with later bands like Waterhouse, Live A Little, Profit, The Four Accents, The Ebonys original reel-to-reel master tapes from the Avis label sessions have been found and remastered and sound as good today as they did back in 1969. In that original session for Ray at Sigma Sound Studios with Joe Tarsia doing the mix, there were three songs done in total, which will finally see a proper release on a 7" / 45rpm.
Open Wide marks a giant leap forward for Irish four-piece Inhaler. The album, recorded with producer Kid Harpoon, is the sound of a band stepping out of their comfort zone. Including the lead single “Your House,” Open Wide is 13 songs that feels unique – a guitar-driven pop album unlike any other, solidifying their status as one of the most exciting young bands today.
