Dystopia
Limited digipak edition includes two bonus tracks and logo patch. 2011 release, the 10th studio album from the Florida-based Heavy Metal band. While not a concept album, founder Jon Schaffer admits there are unifying themes to several of the songs. In much the same way Horror Show (the band’s tribute to classic characters from literature and movies) was born, band leader John Schaffer said his interest in dystopian themes in music and movies led him to try his hand at that genre as well. The end result is Iced Earth meets the nightmarish offspring of Brave New World and Blade Runner.
Price: $10.39
Someone To Watch Over Me
Susan Boyle’s third album, ‘Someone To Watch Over Me,’ sees Susan and world acclaimed producer Steve Mac reunited to present a sensational and contemporary album that will span the generations. Featuring breathtaking renditions of ‘Unchained Melody’ and ‘Both Sides Now’, Susan fearlessly takes on iconic songs ‘Enjoy The Silence’ and ‘Mad World’ giving them a new identity. Original material includes ‘This Will Be The Year’ by Emeli Sande and Naughty Boy with Josh Kear and ‘Return’ by Steve Mac and Wayne Hector.
The album heralds a new era of music for Susan Boyle. New material and classics combined with a variation of tempos from the ethereal to the dramatic, the music is stripped back and showcases the voice the world fell in love with.
Susan’s song choices were inspired by the life stories and inner most thoughts from people who wrote letters to her from around the globe.
“There are certain songs that I liked that resonated with the letters that people had written and sent to me.” Susan said, “I knew that s what my record needed to be about. They wrote about grief, love, happy and sad times, it was all deeply moving and the songs mirror the emotion and life experience.”
Comprised of her signature big numbers as well as the unexpected this album will cement her credibility in the music world.
Price: $9.99
The Good the Bad the Sexy
With back to back indie successes, Joe is back to set the R&B world on fire with a bigger, better and more contemporary R&B album, THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE SEXY.
THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE SEXY is JOE’s 3rd indie release with Kedar Entertainment Group releasing in October 2011. This album will prove without a doubt that JOE remains competitive at the forefront of the R&B musical genre. Two singles will be going for add’s simultaneously, with “Losing” produced by Osinachi Nwaneri.
Price: $9.39
Peace Meal
2011 album from the hotly-tipped singer/songwriter. There is a common reaction when people first hear Carolyn Wonderland, which is best summed up by the LA Times quote: ”She’s … more the real deal. Sure, there are lots of other pretty faces out there who can sing, and maybe they can even play a few leads on the guitar. But once you witness the raw emotional power and originality of Carolyn’s vocals and guitar playing, you are left stunned.
Price: $8.05
Where It All Begins
October 19, 2011 by admin
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Lalah Hathaway, one of contemporary R&B’s most prized artists and in-demand vocalists will releaseher sixth solo album and second for Stax Records, Where It All Begins on October 18th, 2011. The versatile, critically acclaimed musician, songwriter, vocalist and producer found creative regeneration and newfound energy making this record, an artistic re-birth she’s eager to share with anyone willing to listen.
This album contains several up-tempo gems that are sure to heat up urban radio stations and nightclubs. For example, check out “If You Want To,” the album’s thumping, synth-driven first single, penned by Lalah Hathaway, Rahsaan Patterson, Jonathan Richmond, and Terrence Lilly and the effervescent “My Everything,” which Lalah co-wrote with Jonathan Richmond. The slinky groove of Lee Hutson, Jr.’s “Small of My Back” is also undeniable.
Where It All Begins comes on the heels of Hathaway’s most successful album to date, 2008’s Self Portrait, her first record for legendary soul label Stax Records. The album reached the top ten on the Top R&B Albums chart and included the Grammy® nominated (Best Female R&B Vocal) song “That Was Then.”
Hathaway recruited other esteemed kindred spirits to either co-write or contribute tailor-made tunes. The list includes Ernest Green, Lewis Williams, Errol Cooney, James Day, James Fauntleroy, Mike City, Dave Young, Bryan Sledge,Eddie Serrano, Rich King, Andre Harris and Vidal Davis. Recruiting such top-tier songwriters – some of who have penned hits for Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Bilal, Babyface, Musiq Soulchild, and host of others, demonstrates Hathaway’s long-held status in contemporary R&B.
Hard-core fans will certainly be delighted with the newly arranged and recorded “I’m Coming Back,” a Quiet-Storm jewel, written by Gary Taylor, which appeared on her 1990 eponymous debut. It’s a song that’s remained a highlight of her live shows for two decades. “No matter, where I go – churches, festivals, Japan, South Africa – people love that song,” Hathaway says, “This version has a different arrangement, because it’s morphed over the years. I decided to rerecord it. We added vocalist Rachelle Ferrell at the end, which is really sublime.”
When it comes to honoring her predecessors, perhaps there’s no other greater example on Where It All Begins than with her spellbinding take on “You Were Meant For Me,” a chestnut that her late father – the incomparable Donny Hathaway recorded.
Indeed, Hathaway intoxicates as a storyteller. Even though her voice brims with magnetism, she never overpowers it to point of drowning out the lyrics. As with previous albums, Where It All Begins comes loaded with enduring songs that sound personal yet easily relatable, touching upon affairs of the heart as well as the everyday joys of life.
Price: $9.00
TH1RT3EN
Megadeth is easily one of the most recognized and culturally significant names in hard rock music for the past three decades, are pleased to announce the release of their thirteenth album, titled TH1RT3EN. Dave Mustaine is incredibly proud of the music put forth on the recording, saying, “This record is the culmination of my work over the 13 records I recorded. There are moments on TH1RT3EN that capture my every emotion, and other moments where I am releasing feelings I never knew existed! My proudest moments of my musical career are captured on TH1RT3EN.” TH1RT3EN also marks the recorded return of bassist Dave Ellefson who was part of the band’s classic lineup from 1983 to 2002. In a move that delighted the band’s legion of diehards, Ellefson returned to performing live with Megadeth in early 2010 and has remained a fixture on the stage ever since. This is the first time Ellefson has played on a Megadeth record since 2002’s Rude Awakening.
Price: $13.44
Christmas Symphony
2011 holiday album from Chip Davis and Co. containing all new renditions of yuletide favorites performed with the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Symphony features 16 holiday tracks expanded into full symphonic arrangements and performed by the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition to demand by Mannheim Steamroller’s always-growing fan base, Christmas Symphony will resonate with classic music listeners.
Price: $10.65
A Very She & Him Christmas
October 16, 2011 by admin
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A Very She & Him Christmas is a wonderful collection of holiday tunes from two of music’s most impressive artists Zooey Deschanel (She) & M. Ward (Him).Inspired by seminal holiday albums by the likes of The Carpenters, Vince Guaraldi, The Beach Boys, Elvis Presley and more, She & Him have set out to create an intimate holiday recording of Christmas classics that helps bring new emotions out of old songs.
A portion of all proceeds will support 826 National.
Price: $9.99
American Capitalist
Five Finger Death Punch’s epic third album is called American Capitalist, and is about how in America, Capitalism is about survival of the fittest. If you work hard, you can do anything you want in America.
Price: $8.61
Still Winning
October 15, 2011 by admin
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2011 album from the former New Edition member and solo artist. That he’s still topping the charts 30 years and six studio albums later is a testament to his musical legacy. Features the single ‘In The Mood’.
Price: $9.99