EEF BARZELAY
Lose Big
'What he does so superbly is craft quite incredible lyrics, with an ability to balance bitter, sweet and achingly beautiful, and then fit them to songs that enhance every emotion. Rolling Stone captured it succinctly when they said, "Lyrically, he can be as cool as jazz, as earnest as folk, as sorrowful as country, as goofy as pop and as ironic as indie rock, sometimes all in one song." Lose Big adds full instrumentation to the songs - it is a whole level above Bitter Honey, which followed a proper 'solo' sound. Basically, Lose Big is a Clem Snide album, freed from the constraints of genre. It is a lovely thing, full of texture, feel and touch, and it cannot be recommended highly enough.' Rating 9/10 -- Mike Rea, Salibury Journal
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IT'S A CRACKER!
DONAL HINELY
Blue State Boy
Despite its title Donal Hinely has made a meditative album on searching for positive change. Using touchstone subjects as broken dreams, lost love, and kitchen conversations he seductively tells a story that is best summed up in the album's title track: "My neighbors a liberal. I just want to live free." His flowing voice is caressed by the seductive music provided by David Henry (who again produced), Will Kimbrough, Steve Bowman, and Fats Kaplin. Blue State Boy is smooth, elegant charmer. -- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (Atom Records)

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WEEZER
Weezer (Red Album) (Bonus Tracks) (Deluxe Packaging)
Limited Deluxe Edition of their 2008 album features four bonus tracks over the standard version and comes housed in a special digipak, with a deluxe booklet containing lyrics, photos, liner notes and band commentary on the songs. Weezer, one of the biggest and most influential bands of the last decade will, for the third time in its six-album history, release a self-titled album already being referred to by people as The Red Album. Comprised of sessions produced by Rick Rubin, Jacknife Lee and the band itself, the album is adventurous and undeniably Weezer. (Geffen)
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ROBERT POLLARD
Is Off To Business
2008 solo album from the founding father of Indie Rock and Guided By Voices leader. With ten songs in 35 minutes, it’s an extraordinary Rock tour-de-force. Robert Pollard Is Off To Business sports Todd Tobias’s cleanest and meanest production yet, giant songs and riffs that pack a wallop, and arguably Pollard’s finest singing ever captured on record. For Pollard, whose albums normally run 15-25 songs, this ten-song work is a departure from form. He’s definitely turned up the Rock 10% and the Classic 11% on this album. Extraordinarily influential, Pollard is not just a founding father of indie rock, but in the long run will prove to be an important part of rock history, with a significant oeuvre that branches from The Who, Peter Gabriel-era Genesis, Wire, and The Clean.
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SISTERS MORALES
Talking To The River
Produced by Los Lobos’ Steve Berlin, “Talking To The River” is Sister’s Morales most musical outing ever. Often referred to as “The Female Los Lobos,” “Talking To The River” features a variety of sounds and textures. Throughout the album you will hear the influences of rock, country, blues, folk and traditional Latin standards. “World Goes Round And Round” is a nod to Neil Young while “Watcha Gonna Do About It” tips their hat to The Beatles and La Mucura is a straight up traditional Mexican rocker.
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FLEET FOXES
Fleet Foxes
'Seattle's Fleet Foxes are the perfect soundtrack to a cold, rainy afternoon. Like a calm Brian Wilson filtered through My Morning Jacket and Band of Horses, the band's lead singer, 21 year old Robin Pecknold is a remarkable musical talent. Like a church choir led by your favorite indie band, the Fleet Foxes sound is a mix of glistening, layered vocal harmonies, softly plucked guitars and a sense of longing and wonder that only open skies and vast wilderness can evoke.' -- Nick Christie, thecoolhunter.net
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ROSIE FLORES
Rosie Flores
Produced by Pete Anderson, Rosie Flores' debut made her out to be the female answer to Dwight Yoakam. Flores probably felt like that image straitjacketed her, but from a musical standpoint, it worked beautifully, incorporating Flores' San Antonio roots into Anderson's California country vision. Songs include "Crying Over You," "Somebody Loses, Somebody Wins," and "Blue Side of Town," which Patty Loveless wouldn't do nearly as well the following year. -- Brian Mansfield, All Music Guide
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JUDEE SILL
Dreams Come True Hi - I Love You Right Heartily (Bonus Tracks)
Singer/songwriter Judee Sill died of a heroin overdose in 1979 before she completed her third album that was, like her first two, to be released on David Geffen's Asylum Records. The eight songs intended for that album are included here, freshly mixed by Jim O'Rourke (Wilco, Sonic Youth). This two disc set also includes many Sill rarities from the '60s and '70s, including a 12 minute five song live video clip on enhanced CD. Deluxe packaging featuring a 72 page booklet. (Water)
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HONEYBROWNE
Mile By Mile
Mile by Mile is how Honeybrowne has gained its large, loyal and growing fan base. It also happens to be the title of the bands fourth studio release on Smith music. Strong songwriting, edgy musicianship, and their availability to fans have kept Honeybrowne a staple in the regional Texas music circuit for ten (plus) years. Mile by Mile, produced by one of Austin’s best, Mark Addsion (Bob Schneider, Ian Moore), is a must have for music lovers who dig the roots rock, Americana, alt-country sound and will continue Honeybrowne’s reign as one of the best in the scene. (Smith Music)
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FEELIES
Only Life
"The Feelies hit the jackpot with their third album, a warm, inviting collection that finally addresses the endless Lou Reed comparisons with a cover of his "What Goes On." Mercer and Million's previously tense guitar power becomes attractive shadings, implying a louder approach without always delivering it, while the Demeski/Sauter rhythm team takes the lead throughout; his steady drums and her low, rolling performances giving the guitarists something to play around instead of dominate. The Feelies always make this tranced-out rock their own, but this time around it's as quietly thrilling, if not more so, than ever." - All Music Guide. (Water)
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DINOSAUR JR
Hand It Over
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HUSKER DU
Living End
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MADNESS
One Stop Beyond
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PRETENDERS
Packed
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REDD KROSS
Third Eye
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OTIS REDDING
Love Man
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WARREN ZEVON
Mr. Bad Example
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PJ HARVEY
Rid of Me (180 Gram)
PJ Harvey's second album, 1993's Rid Of Me, is an art-punk classic that pushes the genre, and with it the listener, to extremes. Alternating between searing noise/feedback and sparse open spaces, Rid Of Me is truly an emotional experience. As usual, legendary producer Steve Albini maximizes every sound and space, working with that exacting, mechanical precision that he has come to be known for, the perfect complement to Harvey's harsh, stark, disturbed song writing. #52 on Pitchfork's "Top 100 Albums of the 1990s," PJ Harvey's best album is available on vinyl for the first time in years. (Plain)
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IT'S A CRACKER!
AJ DOWNING
River of Life
This is a debut album a longtime coming. AJ Downing's travels have taken him from coast to coast with many stops in between. It is as if he absorbed musical styles along with the images. Downing outstanding debut album is an amalgam of the musical styles that encompass alt.country. This isn't "trying on styles to see which works." Country, folks, blues, gospel, Cajun, and rock seamlessly meld. Lyrically, Downing is pure storyteller in the tradition of great Texas songwriters, down to the subtle drawl of his vocals. In a year of many great releases, Downing's debut has knocked many of them down a notch as he takes his place amongst the best. -- Jeff Weiss, Miles of Music (Charkansas Records)

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TEDDY THOMPSON
A Piece Of What You Need
"This is a happy record," Teddy Thompson says of his new Verve Forecast release A Piece of What You Need. "Well, maybe not happy, but upbeat. Actually, maybe not upbeat, but it does have some up-tempo songs! Anyway, it's as close as I've gotten to making the record I've always wanted to make." A Piece of What You Need showcasing his formidable vocal, songwriting and guitar talents while venturing into rewarding new musical and lyrical territory. Thompson's trademark blend of catchy songcraft, pensive emotional insight and good-natured black humor is present on the new tunes. (Verve Forecast)
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POGUES
Just Look Them Straight In The Eye and Say Poguemahone
Remarkable 2008 five CD box by The Pogues, at least three quarters of which comprises previously unreleased material while the remainder is made up of decidedly hard-to-find Pogues' rarities. Compiled by The Pogues with track by track annotations from Phil Chevron, there are a bountiful 111 tracks from 1983 demos (pre-dating their first recordings for Stiff Records) through to live recordings from 2001 Just Look Them Straight In The Eye is an absolute treasure trove of unreleased recordings for all Pogues' fans, spanning their entire career and featuring rehearsal recordings, B-sides, out-takes, rare mixes, BBC sessions plus recordings with Steve Earle, Joe Strummer and, of course, Kirsty MacColl. Alongside these are unreleased soundtrack recordings from Sid and Nancy, Garbo and Straight To Hell, alternate versions of Pogues' classics like "Fairy Tale Of New York" and "Rainy Night In Soho" and a generous selection of live recordings. Rhino UK.
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HOLLYWOOD FATS & THE PALADINS
Live 1985
Hollywood Fats was on tour with southern California buddies, the Paladins, considered to be some of the blues and rockabilly's most dynamic performers. The Paladins consisted of singer/guitarist Dave Gonzales (Hacienda Brothers), high school pal bassist Thomas Yearsley and drummer Brian Fahey. This amazing CD swings, shuffles, rocks and embeds itself into a stone-cold groove as this fiery guitar wizard tears it up with a relentless barrage of tasteful, white hot guitar nuggets. It's Old School Texas style House-Rockin' Rockabilly meets Swingin' West Coast Jump Blues, played by an elite combination of musicians resulting in a performance that is nothing less than stunning. (Topcat)
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JANIVA MAGNESS
What Love Will Do
What Love Will Do, co-produced by Magness along with Dave Darling (Brian Setzer, Tom Waits), features 13 powerful songs each imbued with Magness' expressive emotional depth. Magness reaches heights only hinted at in her previous recordings, interpreting new material written especially for her and songs from Little Milton, Tina Turner, Bill Withers, Al Green, Candi Staton, Dorothy Moore, and Marvin Gaye. Her impassioned singing takes each song from deep within her being and projects it out directly into the heart and soul of her audience, making What Love Will Do essential listening for blues, roots, rock and soul music lovers everywhere. (Alligator)
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AWKWARD STAGE
Slimming Mirrors Flattering Lights
What began as a recording project for songwriter Shane Nelken (pianist/guitarist for New Pornographer A.C. Newman) has morphed into one of Canada’s most promising super-bands featuring former members of The Beans, Bossanova, and Sparrow, among others. The Awkward Stage toured North America in support of their debut, 2006’s acclaimed Heaven Is For Easy Girls. Garnering heaps of praise along the way, they opened for the New Pornographers as well as ’60s legends The Zombies. Several appearances at CMJ were followed by a show at SXSW, where the Austin Chronicle selected the band as a 'Must-See Act.' With the addition of more reflective elements, this disc improves on the infectious pop of Heaven. No sophomore slump here. (Mint Records)

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JASON FALKNER
Bedtime With The Beatles 2
Jason Falkner of Jellyfish, The Three O'Clock, and The Grays returns with this second installment of his 2001 acclaimed classic. An album that breaks new ground as it pays tribute to timeless Beatles hits. Although billed as an album for kids, it's proven to be a must for any Beatles fan. Tracks include "Norwegian Wood", "Something", "She's Leaving Home", "I Will", "Here Comes The Sun", and more. "I very much enjoyed the first 'Bedtime With The Beatles' and wish Jason all the best with this follow-up. It certainly works - it put me to sleep" - Paul McCartney. Tracks: Norwegian Wood /
Something / She's Leaving Home / Penny Lane / Here Comes The Sun / I Will / Hey Jude / Yesterday / Goodnight (Adrenaline)
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GRAHAM PARKER & THE RUMOR
Vertigo Singles Collection
2008 digitally remastered release, the first-ever round up of every A and B-side issued by Graham Parker & The Rumour for the seminal Vertigo Records. Includes the UK hit singles 'Hold Back The Night' and 'Hey Lord, Don't Ask Me Questions'. Booklet features pictures of every single sleeve including many rare European issues alongside informative track notes. 21 tracks. Tracks: Silly Thing / I'm Gonna Use It Now / Soul Shoes / White Honey / Hotel Chambermaid / Don't Ask Me Questions [Live] / Pourin' It All Out / Help Me Shake It / Hold Back the Night / (Let Me Get) Sweet on You / White Honey [Live] / Soul Shoes [Live] / New York Shuffle / Bleep / Hey Lord Don't Ask Me Questions [Remix] / Watch the Moon Come Down [Live] / Protection / I Want You Back (Alive) / Discovering Japan / Local Girls / Mercury Poisoning (Lemon)
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QUADRAJETS
WFO
The Quadrajets is an oft-overlooked band, in regards to loud rock and southern transcendence through sound. Triple guitar, noise, nowhere blues, and free jazz all reign supreme in the band’s recordings and live shows. Members went on to play in the Immortal Lee County Killers, The Wednesdays, and The Pine Hill Haints.

This is a loose assortment of greatest hits, spanning the band’s recording career when they recorded for Estrus Records and Sympathy for the Record Industry, in the years 2000 - 2005. Track Listing: Lets Go To Outer Space / Queen of the Twist / Automatic Knife / She Likes It / Dixie Speedway / Bad Mother Fuckin Bitch / I Wanna Do Everything To You / Gr-rrr / Didgit / Punkinhead Motherfucker / 61 Blues / Goin Down / Ten High / All My Rowdy Friends Are Dead / If You Ain’t Down With Ronnie V, Then You Ain’t Down With Me (Arkam)
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BIG WALTER HORTON
Bocce Boogie Live 1978
This is the real deal, recorded live in 1978. The Blues the way it's supposed to be played. The way it's supposed to be enjoyed, in a setting that is, and has been, home to the blues throughout it's history, in the juke joints, lounges and bars throughout the USA. The Bocce Club is one of those places. The Artists: Big Walter Horton - Vocals & Harp, John "Guitar Johnny" Nicholas - Vocals & Guitar, Ronnie "Youngblood" Earl - Guitar, "Sugar Ray" Norcia - Vocal (Every Day I Have The Blues) Chromatic Harmonica (That's Why I'm Cryin), Ted Harvey - Drums, Mudcat Ward - Bass and Anthony Giarossi - Piano.

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CHRIS BROKAW
Incredible Love
Hailed as 2005's best record by Time Out's Mike Wolf and received unanimous critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. This is the vinyl version; a gorgeous audiophile pressing on white 180 gram vinyl, with a previously unreleased bonus track. "Incredible Love" stands out as a perfect synthesis of Brokaw's songwriting and inimitable guitar playing. "...beyond all the great playing and subtle orchestration lie a batch of great, straightforward rock songs, sung in a world-weary yet tirelessly optimistic voice by an artist who seems to be just hitting his stride" - Other Music.
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