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RON SEXSMITH: Blue Boy
Sexsmith's songs are often intensely personal, yet his heart-felt delivery gives them a universal resonance.
CD price: $12.00
SAKAI: Dream Big
"Worthy of pressing the repeat button more than once,..Sakai paints lyrical phrases that stay with you long after the music ends. In the end, Sakai has every right to dream big." --Gail Mitchell, Billboard Magazine
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
SOL EDLER: Song of Solomon, Book 1
Soul music at its finest. From hip-hop soul, to neo-soul, to 80's soul, to old school soul - the music is in the name of the artist: Sol. Velvet-toned and acclaimed by the finest of his contemporaries, Sol Edler exhibits the full range of a male vocalist.
CD price: $9.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
ELLIS PAUL: Sweet Mistakes
(“Ellis Paul is now a national folk star and to many the quintessential Boston songwriter: literate, provocative, urbanely romantic.” - The Boston Globe) "Sweet Mistakes" was the title track featured in the Farrelly Brothers film "Shallow Hal"
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
DARYL STUERMER: Waiting in the Wings
Guitarist with PHIL COLLINS & GENESIS. Contemporary Jazz-Rock fusion of picturesque, melodies with progressive rock passion.
Recommended if you like Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson.CD price: $14.99 / MP3 price: $14.99
PAUL ZUNNO BAND: Black & White and Blues All Over
Paul Zunno's fiery passion and his band's veteran enthusiasm enhance this contemporary album with a powerful spirit.
CD price: $9.00 / MP3 price: $9.00
KAT PARSONS: No Will Power
Hundreds of fans of this multi award-winning artist's live show, dubbed a "modern day Carole King", stepped up to the plate and financed No Will Power to fill the void between performances.
CD price: $14.97 / MP3 price: $14.97
JUDE: Sarah
"CDBaby's crowning achievement. Saving Jude from the record companies."
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
TOM PAXTON: Looking for the Moon
On the GRAMMY-nominated "Looking for the Moon," Tom Paxton presents thirteen original songs emphasizing personal themes that reflect modern day life and the current cultural climate.
CD price: $15.00
NILS LOFGREN: Nils Lofgren Band Live
Upbeat groovy jam band making use of jazz, americana and folk rock
CD price: $21.99
ANTIGONE RISING: Antigone Rising's Traveling Circus
All female rock band from NYC/New Jersey area. Lynyrd Skynryd-army guitars, the country-gospel harmonies of a biker Dixie Chicks and a Janis Joplin-esque vocal dynamo named Cassidy
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
LOS CHANGOS SEPTET: Anit Negra
Argentinean Contemporary Music, exploring everything from its root native sound to the avant-garde.
CD price: $16.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
CHUCK MCCABE: Chicken Dinners
Acoustic Americana with a little banjo, lotsa fingerpicked guitar, homespun wit, grandmas, dawgs and smokin' behind the backstop.
Recommended if you like Leon Redbone, Lyle Lovett & Randy Newman.CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
DARYL HALL & JOHN OATES: Our Kind of Soul
Our Kind of Soul: the highly anticipated new album by the #1 duo in rock history. The follow-up album to the critically acclaimed Do It For Love
Recommended if you like Daryl Hall, John Oates.CD price: $12.00
PAUL KAMM AND ELEANORE MACDONALD: Fool's Paradise
Smooth but rootsy, warm but edgy modern, socio-political folk with luscious harmonies glowing through both traditional and contemporary styles.
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
PAUL LEMIRE: Wherever You Decide
"California, laidback, lyrically clever, feel good music that's both fun and introspective."
CD price: $10.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
JOHN SWAYNE: ...waiting to hear from you
Acoustic Country/Folk flare and a touch of Blues.
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
JACO PASTORIUS: Portrait of Jaco - The Early Years
This critically acclaimed boxed audio biography brings an 80-page color booklet and over 2 1/2 hrs of never-before-heard recordings of Jaco from 1968 up through his glory years. Hear his earliest bands, unheard originals, and very beginnings as a soloist
CD price: $34.95
HEART: Jupiters Darling
The first new studio album from Heart in nearly a dozen years is a convincing case that the fire and spirit of real rock & roll is alive and well.
KRISTJAN RANDALU QUARTET: tidbits
Unusual Jazz Quartet recording with a cello.
CD price: $14.99 / MP3 price: $14.99
JEZA: jeza wined up
Crossover jazz/rock/pop .. It's the toe-tapping rhythms, inventive melodies, thoughtful lyrics, enigmatic vocals, and quality of production that give Jeza music the edge over much 'off the peg' on-line music
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
KEN OAK: Half Step Down
Ken Oak's brand new full-length album with 14 original songs blending elements of Pop, Rock, Folk, and Classical, and featuring Ken's poetic lyrics, catchy guitar riffs, mellow baritone voice, smooth falsetto, and soulful cello lines.
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
NATALIE WALKER: Urban Angel
Urban Angel is the beautiful and haunting debut album from Daughter Darling vocalist and songwriter, Natalie Walker. Recorded in Brooklyn and produced by Stuhr, it’s mix of Folk, Soul and Electronic.
CD price: $12.97
ELISA KORENNE: Favorite
Where you'll stop when browsing the radio dial: edgy and elegant rock, pop, and folk, with touches of jazz, soul, circus-eclectic, and a capella.
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
VERNY VARELA: Amar de Nuevo
Hot and fiery Salsa- a perfect cultivation of rhythm and sensuality.
Recommended if you like Víctor Manuel, Rubén Blades.CD price: $10.00
ELCODECK: not by words alone
an impressive blend of soul, funk, hip-hop, folk and jazz ,with low tone vocals which capture the listener from start to finish.
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $12.97
JS (JOERG SOMMERMEYER): Those Rocks & Lieders
Crossover between Rootsy Urban Folk-Rock, Jazz, Blues, Chanson, Lied, Pop, Electronic in a wide variety of styles. Both a lyrical and instrumental recording.
CD price: $14.98 / MP3 price: $11.80
JULY FOR KINGS: Nostalgia
"The band's driving melodic modern rock sound is built around Hedges' penetrating lyrics that alternate between whimsical and heart-wrenching -Cincinnati Post
CD price: $10.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
ORGANICS: New Light
"One of the finest debut's is New Light by Organics " Record Collector Magazine.
CD price: $12.99 / MP3 price: $12.99
LORI PERRY: Wrote This Song
Lori is presenting to the world her long awaited solo project entitled "Wrote This Song", an awe inspiring compilation of jazzy vocals, funky guitar licks, velvet smooth keyboard sounds and beautiful bass melodies creating a fresh new sound "GoJazz".
MP3 price: $13.99
RICHMOND FONTAINE: Post to Wire
"Album of the Month" -- Uncut Magazine May 2004 5 out of 5 Stars
Recommended if you like Neil Young, Whiskeytown.CD price: $12.97
JOHN TRUDELL: Blue Indians
"Another stunning album by nationally-recognized artist, John Trudell, in a beautiful soundscape mixing spoken word and blues-bred rock, speaking to contemporary Native American issues. You have my attention." -Tamara Turner, CD Baby
MP3 price: $15.00
MARIA HOWELL: Same Old Story
Remembered best as the choir soloist in "The Color Purple", Maria's smooth sultry vocals lay on top of nothing less than a groove...It's soulful, it's jazzy, it's poppin'.
DANIEL MARTINA (S&M): Propinas
Jazz/Urban/R&B CD: Vocals and Instrumentals songs by argentinean guitarist Daniel Martina with guest musicians.
CD price: $9.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
JOHNETTE NAPOLITANO: Sketchbook 2
Heavy edge homemade dark guitar pop - more vocals & lyrics than Sketchbook 1.
MP3 price: $12.97
JUSTIN WORTHAM: You and Me
Country music that you'll want to party with, fall in love with and think about life with. One of the best country albums out there.
CD price: $12.97
ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM: Symphonic Jobim
The symphonic work of Antonio Carlos Jobim, a project by Mario Adnet and Paulo Jobim.
CD price: $23.99
HIDEOUS SUN DEMONS: Hideous Sun Demons
Three members from the current David Lee Roth Band cut loose on this very melodic, yet powerful "pleasant to listen to" instrumental CD. It favors progressive rock but includes many style influences including fusion, funk and latin.
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
JOEL RAFAEL BAND: Woodyboye: Songs of Woody Guthrie (and Tales Worth Telling) Volume II
Award-winning songwriter Rafael, one of the most authentic interpreters of the songs of Woody Guthrie, presents a second acoustic collection of Woody's music, including four "new," previously unrecorded Guthrie lyrics completed by Joel's melodies.
CD price: $15.00
BORNSCHLEGEL, DIETER: turbolance
Rock + Pop Singer Songwriter with many guitars and solos
CD price: $12.97
TIERRA NEGRA: Turn of the tide
Tierra Negra`s style of instrumental guitar music embodies the mediteranian life style. Hypnotizing melodies and powerful Flamenco guitars, passionate and soulful... Radio DJ Dmitry Shakin wrote about the music of Tierra Negra: The fascinating composition
CD price: $13.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
SHIRLEY GRIMES: Sweet Rain
Contemporary Irish singer songwriting at its best. With a hint of country, a hint of rock and a hint of traditional. Just enough of each to make the music sound really tasty.
Recommended if you like Joni Mitchell, Patty Griffin.CD price: $12.97
JOHNSMITH: Traveler
Johnsmith's third solo CD finds him tapping into his bloodlines after touring and writing in Ireland. A blend of folk, r&b, celtic, pop, and jazz. Co-produced in Ashville NC with Chris Rosser.
CD price: $14.95 / MP3 price: $14.95
SEAN SLAUGHTER: The World is not Enough
This is Sean's second solo album. Much improved beats and a tighter flow. The Hip Hop classic 'Narrow' is on this album. This is the album that first bought attention to Sean. *This album is on a full color CD in a slimline CD case*
Recommended if you like Nas & Jay-Z.MP3 price: $7.99
3 BLIND MICE: Before They Were Famous, Vol. 1
Classic British melodic pop with blended vocal harmonies.
CD price: $14.00 / MP3 price: $14.00
NEIL W YOUNG: No Looking Back
Music the way country music should be - pure and honest and from the heart, with THREE # 1 HITS - "The Cowboy Song", "The Restless Wind" and "All Through The Night".
CD price: $13.99 / MP3 price: $13.99
NORM BOWLER: Ten By One
Pop music with wit and depth. Clever lyrics and influences from many styles of music.
CD price: $9.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
JOHN NOVELLO: Threshold
Instrumental Jazz/Rock/Funk Fusion with echoes of Chick Corea, Return To Forever, and Steve Vai
Recommended if you like Steve Vai, Chick Corea & Return to Forever.CD price: $11.99
MICHAEL J DOWNEY: Your World
Acoustic rock with rich vocal harmonies, layered, textured guitars and keyboards, with catchy, driving melodies and insightful, honest lyrical stories.
CD price: $9.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
JAMES SANDERS & CONJUNTO: Chicago Sessions
A cutting edge high quality studio recording featuring Latin Jazz band Conjunto, violinist James Sanders and other Chicago musical treasures......unique original arrangements and composition, something to check out if you dig Latin.
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $12.97
ASHFORD & SIMPSON: Gimme Something Real
Soft and sensual to full-out old school urban r&b soul pop from a legendary duo.
MP3 price: $15.00
YESHE: World CitiZen
The Mbira, a traditional African percussion instrument is the star on this album with tracks ranging from the gentle to the spirited, fusing complex percussive structure with layerings of melody and lyrics, from overtly African to anywhere in the world.
CD price: $13.97
DICK FARIÑA & ERIC VON SCHMIDT: Dick Fariña & Eric von Schmidt
Conversion to CD of the cult folkmusic LP by Dick Fariña and Eric von Schmidt, famous for an early 1960s cameo by Bob Dylan, appearing as Blind Boy Grunt.
CD price: $18.95 / MP3 price: $12.50
WOODY RUSSELL: Time To Go
An exploration of "thinking man's Americana." Fans of Bruce Cockburn, Richard Thompson and Mark Knopfler as well as American roots music, take note. 12 captivating new songs that clearly do justice to the craft of songwriting.
CD price: $10.99 / MP3 price: $10.99
JOSH RITTER: In the Dark - Live at Vicar Street
A classic live recording in the spirit of Springsteen's 1970's live works.
Recommended if you like Josh Ritter.CD price: $12.97
LOUIS VALENTINE JOHNSON: La Hora Azul
A lyrical collection of acoustic guitar solos that is both meditative and passionate.
CD price: $16.99
JEREMY KITTEL: Jazz Violin
Vibrant contemporary jazz from an awesome young quintet and winner of the 2006 Detroit Music Awards for Outstanding Jazz Recording and Outstanding Jazz Composer.
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
MARTA GOMEZ: Solo es Vivir
A smooth combination of Latin American folklore with jazz and pop elements brought by a singer full of passion
CD price: $15.99 / MP3 price: $15.99
TOM PACHECO: Rebel Spring
Unique/lyric based singer songwriter/acoustic folk
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
MUDDY WATERS, BIG MAMA THORNTON, BIG JOE TURNER, J.B. HUTTO: Blues Review of the 20th Century
TopCat Records of Dallas, Texas has announced the release of the CD, The Blues Revue Of The 20th Century - Volume 1, culled from the Lost Tapes of a 1971 concert tour featuring blues greats Muddy Waters, Big Mama Thornton, Big Joe Turner,
CD price: $14.95 / MP3 price: $14.95
DAVID ELIAS: The Window (Folk 5.1 Surround & Stereo SACD)
Excellent folk style acoustic production featuring gifted players and award-winning songwriting. Get the MP3's here or go To iTunes to hear this out of print masterpiece.
MP3 price: $5.99
JEFFREY FOUCAULT: Stripping Cane
With the release of his sophomore record Stripping Cane, Jeffrey Foucault presents a collection of bright, spare songs; an Americana bus-tour that moves from Country Blues to Murder Ballad, Twelve-Bar to Gospel.
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $9.49
CELLDWELLER: Celldweller
The debut album ranges from guitar-based electronic rock to the unique blending of heavily distorted guitars and aggression with drum & bass and trance
CD price: $11.99 / MP3 price: $11.99
KEITH JAVORS: Mo'City Jungle
Modern instrumental jazz - covering Detroit "fire and soul" grooves to the mellow vibes of urban smooth jazz.
CD price: $15.99 / MP3 price: $15.99
COLIN HAY: Peaks & Valleys
Stripped down, bare Acoustic 6&12 String Guitar and voice. Not just any voice, the voice of Men @ Work singer Colin Hay, with mesmerising melodies, and songs that take you on a journey that you won't forget.
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $12.97
SEALS & CROFTS: Traces
Classic Soft 70's Pop and 70's Rock. Undeniable hits from a classic, unforgettable band that changed the airwaves.
CD price: $12.95 / MP3 price: $12.95
ANN PENCE: Dog's Life
Vocal driven rootsy blend of blues, folk and alt. country
CD price: $10.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
JAMI SIEBER: Hidden Sky
Lush and haunting musical landscapes, blending contemporary electric and indigenous acoustic instrument. She plays electric and acoustic cello with a passion that translates into soul-baring poetry.
Recommended if you like Laurie Anderson, David Darling.CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
NINA STOREY: Nina Storey
Singer/songwriter, Nina Storey from Boulder, Colorado, blends an eclectic sound of blues, rock, funk and pop with powerful lyrics, and a raw,soulful, yet intimate voice.
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $12.97
CARLA THOMAS: Live In Memphis
She's the undisputed Queen of Memphis Soul, backed by an all-star band, and performing all of her greatest hits as never before. "B-A-B-Y," ""Let Me Be Good To You," "Gee Whiz" are all here and hotter than ever.
CD price: $15.98
MEL TORME: Intimate Moments
Rare recordings from the 40's and 50's, sung by the one and only Mel Torme. These recordings have been beautifully Digitally Remastered for optimum sound quality.
Recommended if you like Frank Sinatra, Mel Tormé.MP3 price: $11.00
LARRY ZARELLA: Stay Alive
This CD is still available through digital distribution. The new release 'Laz' is now available for purchase and contains many recordings from Stay Alive as well as It's True.
MP3 price: $11.95
RAMBLIN' JACK ELLIOTT: Kerouac's Last Dream
A definitive album of modern and traditional folk/country/cowboy music from a friend and admirer of Woody Guthrie.
CD price: $15.00
VIOLET RAY: Good Things
Soulful, rockin', country-funk, dynamic vocals
Recommended if you like Lucinda Williams, K.T. Oslin.CD price: $10.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
CHARLIE PARKER: The Bird
The greatest saxophonist of all time: Charlie "Bird" Parker, is one of the founders of the "be-bop" movement and a key figure in jazz history.
Recommended if you like Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk.CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
YARDBIRDS/DOWNLINERS SECT: Live In London/Burning Snow
Blazing british r&b at its best.
CD price: $9.98
KENDALL PAYNE: Paper Skin
She has created yet another masterpiece. Her songwriting is deep and meaningful. Her voice is tender yet hopeful. Paper Skin will quickly become a soundtrack for your life.
CD price: $15.00
TOM CURREN: Tom Curren
Acoustic Rock; Surf Rock
Recommended if you like Jack Johnson.CD price: $15.99 / MP3 price: $15.99
JACK PEARSON: Jack Pearson
Former Allman Brothers Band guitarist, Jack Pearson, shows his versatility on this album of 12 original instrumentals covering a wide variety of musical styles from blues, latin and funk to gospel, jazz and rock
Recommended if you like Larry Carlton, Eric Clapton and Duane Allman.CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
COLES WHALEN: Gee Baby
Singer/songwriter with innovative acoustic guitar, thoughful lyrics and memorable melodies.
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
VINYL KINGS: Time Machine
What if the Beatles and the Beach Boys found themselves in a studio together? A "Revolver" meets "Pet Sounds" experience.
Recommended if you like The Beatles, The Beach Boys.MP3 price: $14.97
HUNTER PAYNE: One Last Chance
Contemporary Country - like you morphed Sarah McLachlan with Vince Gill.
CD price: $11.99 / MP3 price: $11.99
THE MEGAN SLANKARD BAND: freaky little story
"With her solid backing band, she could move into Alanis or Jewel's territory for a quick look and find herself a star to swing on." -The Herald, Monterey
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
RAY HERNDON: Livin' The Dream
Spunky country with jazzy influences in places, and plenty of heartfelt great musicianship. some fun ear movies, and soulful ballads.
CD price: $13.98 / MP3 price: $13.98
SUZANNE CIANI: Meditations for Dreams, Relaxation, and Sleep
A special collection of Ciani's most peaceful and healing recordings, all in one magical place. A continuous mood of calm and exquisite beauty culled from 10 of her masters, five Grammy-nominated, including her seminal work in the pure electronic medium,
Recommended if you like Liz Story, David Lanz.CD price: $14.99 / MP3 price: $14.99
HOMESICK JAMES: Goin' Back in the Times
Classic Mississippi Delta style solo country blues guitar & vocals by the oldest active blues guitarist.
CD price: $12.00
ROBERT LIGHTHOUSE: Drive-Thru Love
He can deliver a solo performance, playing a stomp box, amplified harp and guitar that will astonish blues purists and even get a crowd up to dance. Add a rhythm section and Stratocaster and he is Robert Johnson meets Jimi Hendrix, pleasing rock and blue
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
DOM MINASI: Time Will Tell
" ...this is music for pleasure's sake, delivered with strength & artistic sensitivity". a blending of stings ( guitar,cello & bass ) to make a whole musical sound
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $8.00
JIM WINDER: The Hard But Right Way - A Pilgrim's Journey
Contemporary folk songs based on John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress.
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
WEST COAST SONGWRITERS: Winners' Compilation
West Coast Songwriters is excited and proud to present our premier CD compilation featuring a cross-section of our talented songwriting community. Included are the winners of our Open Mic events spanning the 2000 to the present
CD price: $10.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
DOLLY RAPPAPORT: Just For You (Collector's Cut)
With a rare combination of an unforgettable voice, world-class saxophone, and masterful piano highlighting her live performance, Dolly's original songs glide easily across several genres including pop, rock, and jazz.
MP3 price: $12.00
GORDON JOHNSON: TRIOS Version 3.0
Piano, Bass & Drum Jazz Trios. From 4 unique & distinctive recording sessions. Featuring pianists; Giacomo Aula, Matthew Fries, Jon Weber & Benny Weinbeck, drummers; Jay Epstein, Steve Gadd, Phil Hey & Joe Pulice.
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
JIMI MBAYE: Yaye Digalma
African "World Mbalakh" from Senegal. Jimi is lead guitar of Youssou Ndour's band from Senegal.
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $12.97
ARLO GUTHRIE, HANS THEESSINK, DONOVAN, RAMBLIN' JACK ELLIOTT, DO: Banjoman a tribute to Derroll Adam
A tribute album for one of the most influential musicians of our times.
CD price: $17.99
CHRIS BURNETT: Time Flies (Original Master)
Vivendi Universal says: "exotically beautiful music that contemporary jazz lovers will devour." Virtuoso performances abound, resulting in Burnett's refreshingly original compositions on Time Flies being downloaded 509,000+ times and counting.
CD price: $15.99 / MP3 price: $12.99
JOE FERRY: Big Ska
Joe Ferry, who has produced for the legendary Skatalites (as well as other notable performers), has given us a real treat here with ten nicely varied tracks lovingly recorded for the true ska connoisseur.
Recommended if you like The Skatalites, The Israelites.CD price: $12.99 / MP3 price: $12.99
KALAI: Rebel Hands
A 15-track display of hardcore acoustic blues/jazz, phenom writing and more vocal soul than you've ever heard.
CD price: $14.99
INGA SWEARINGEN: Learning How To Fly
Inga revives the art of scat-singing, imbuing these jazz standards with a rare vitality
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $9.97
CLAY COTTON: RoughStuff
Master BoogieBlues Pianoman Clay Cotton made this collector's edition of white hot piano nuggets after decades of playing with blues & rock legends. "The happiest music ever made: A testament to the human spirit. Believe the rave reviews. It's amazing."
CD price: $27.77
GRANIAN: On My Own Two Feet
Unforgettable songs, intense, powerful vocals, ferociously percussive guitar. Listen to the sound clips to hear for yourself what all the buzz is about. -- On Tour always (and coming to a city near you).
CD price: $9.99 / MP3 price: $4.99
DAVID WILCOX: Into The Mystery
If you aren't already familiar with David's beautiful writing, voice and heartfelt artistry, there's no time than the present.
CD price: $15.50
BYRON "MR.TALKBOX" CHAMBERS: My Testimony
Byron's TALKBOX performance synergizes with a unique micro-phonics sound that delivers a new flavor of music that "talks." His animated electrifying presence reveals his deep passion to spread the Gospel.
MP3 price: $10.00
SUSANNE VOGT BAND: Big Noise
Vocal Jazz, folk and pop-influenced songs, even with a touch of funk.
CD price: $14.00 / MP3 price: $14.00
ANDREW MCKNIGHT: Beyond Borders
The acoustic singer/songwriter stretches his wings on his fourth solo CD, blending global influences, spoken word, and traditional music into his acclaimed songcraft, vocals and guitar work.
CD price: $14.97 / MP3 price: $12.00
PAT MACDONALD: In the Red Room
pat mAcdonald's style is the lovechild of narcotic rock and electric stomp boogie ala John Lee Hooker: low-tuned guitar, edgy harmonica, home-made stomp board, sly lyrics and vocals that are "at once evil and angelic." This is his first live solo CD
MP3 price: $12.00
BOY OMEGA: I Name You Isolation
From Space Oddity to Spiders on Mars; Dreamy melodies with understated production and a measure of The Kinks
CD price: $16.97
ALEXI MURDOCH: Four Songs
This highly praised beautiful debut collection of dark folk songs from newcomer Alexi Murdoch is CDBaby's all time best selling record. (*THIS OUT OF PRINT LIMTED EDITION IS AVAILABLE ONLY AT CDBABY WHILE STOCK LASTS.*)
CROOKED STILL: Hop High
Rock energy coexists with old-time mountain soul. Spooky backwoods melodies combine with hip, hard-hitting beats. Raw, searing blues riffs intermingle with high heavenly vocals. Sound good? Meet Crooked Still
MP3 price: $15.00
ANTI-SOCIAL MUSIC: ...Sings The Great American Songbook
Scrappy composer collective debuts greatest hits. "They're bringing not punk rock but punk orchestra to the people. More precisely: original chamber music by way of DIY" NY Press
CD price: $9.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
KYLE VINCENT: Don't You Know
Instantly memorable, lyrically hip pop gems, with equal parts pop, folk, r&b, power pop, and ballads, produced so well it sparkles out of your speakers and into your soul."
CD price: $9.97 / MP3 price: $9.97
ORGANISSIMO: This Is The Place
organissimo is a trio based around the Hammond organ that plays jazz with soul.
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $9.00
SUNNYLAND SLIM, HONEYBOY EDWARDS, WALTER HORTON, FLOYD JONES, KA: Old Friends
Classic example of the Chicago Blues. Features so many blues legends this is a must for EVERY blues collection, and a great introduction to those just learning about the blues.
CD price: $13.00
CUARTETO HISPANOAMERICANO WITH JOSE LUIS MERLIN: Al Peregrino
A vibrant and beautiful Hispanic American guitar with oboe, cello and flute, playing original compositions by one of the foremost Latin american composers of our time.
CD price: $16.99
RACHEL MCCARTNEY: Interim
Sure to be your new obsession, she's played with Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin, Peter Mulvey and David Gray; she'll bring you All The Joy and remind you what it is you love about music.
CD price: $13.00 / MP3 price: $13.00
PAPA JOE: Storybook Ending
Rock 'n roll, Rythm and Blues, a little Gospel, Cajun, Country and Soul all wrapped up in one very dynamic group of artists Their music is timeless and enjoyed by all. With just a little over a year of forming as a group, they have had a number of su
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $9.97
O-MAYA: o-maya
A potent blend of Latin, Hip Hop and Soul with surprising variety from traditional music to Latin hip hop and each one, brimming with vitality.
MP3 price: $13.95
DUDU TUCCI: Inaé
On Dudu tucii's new album INAÈ the rhythms from the north-eastern region of Brazil play a crucial role - You can feel the musical history of Bahia; exciting, vibrant and very emotional.
CD price: $14.97 / MP3 price: $14.97
ANTONIO RESTUCCI: Crisol
Antonio Restucci masterfully blends the sounds of Spain, North & South America, India and the Middle East into a unique style of Latin Jazz or World Fusion that might appropriately be called Contemporary Gypsy Jazz Fusion.
Recommended if you like Acoustic Alchemy, Paco de Lucía, Al Di Meola, John McLaughlin.CD price: $13.95
TRAVIS PINN: Extremities
The now, and next, generation of soulful creativity. Acoustically and vocally gifted song-writer and performer.
Recommended if you like Jack Johnson.CD price: $5.00 / MP3 price: $5.00
DAVID GILMORE: Ritualism
Internationally acclaimed guitarist David Gilmore brings together elements of Jazz, Funk, African and World musics on his first cd as a leader - featuring some of New York's finest improvisors: Ravi Coltrane, David Binney, Ralph Alessi and many others.
CD price: $11.00
JACK JOHNSON: Brushfire Fairytales
Jack's multi-platinum debut that was first released in 2000 on the tiny Enjoy label (now Everloving). Produced by JP Plunier (Ben Harper); includes "Flake" and "Bubble Toes."
CD price: $13.99
MARC BROUSSARD: Momentary Setback
Urban soul that wears its heart on its sleeve, not afraid to show its character in acoustic folk, a dash of hip hop beats and r&b.
JS (JOERG SOMMERMEYER): Total Overdrive
A wide variety of styles. Eclectic mix of Jazz, Blues, Funk, Folk, Rock, Pop, Crossover, Electronica, original and fresh.
MP3 price: $9.20
DAN FRANTA: Segment
This album featuring Jim Ridl on piano will put you into a dark mood it is unique, and colorful.
Recommended if you like Gene Krupa.CD price: $16.00
JOHNNY PAYCHECK: Survivor
This CD's "true roots" Country style will be an appreciated, refreshing switch from what has become mainstream music in the Country genre; a pleasant, timely and contemporary view of real Country Music.
CLAUDE WOODS: Communicate
Unique vocal quaiity is showcased in a collection of hot tracks from funky hip-hop, to smoothed-out ballads, aimed to fill the gap in soul and R&B
CD price: $10.00 / MP3 price: $10.00
JULIE DEXTER: Conscious
Conscious is a blend of old school soul mixed with some latin grooves and Julie's signature jazzy, reggae vocal stylings
CD price: $12.97 / MP3 price: $12.97
MARK WEIGLE: SoulSex (Wrestling the Angel/Versatile)
GAY SEX singer/songwriter music, from Rock-C&W-Punk-HipHop-folk on CD #1. CD #2 is gay themes; emotional, acoustic. "Deep, flannel-warm voice" - Armistead Maupin
CD price: $30.00 / MP3 price: $30.00
K-MAXX: Still Rollin'
classic, street underground Bay Area rap sound, real lyrics, tight beats ready for the car, truck, or headphones. you need this one.
CD price: $11.99
ALBERT CUMMINGS: From the Heart
"Albert Cummings blasts onto the blues/rock scene armed with a rare blend of power, authority and soul." Andy Aledort -Senior Editor, Guitar World Magazine This album was produced by Chris Layton and Tommy Shannon of the legendary "Double Trouble"
E.S. POSTHUMUS: Unearthed
A band that fuses classical, electronic, world music and hard beats into a sound that is cinematic and sountrack quality.
Recommended if you like Adiemus, Chorus of Tribes.CD price: $15.98 / MP3 price: $15.98
LUCY WEBSTER: Keeping My Fingers Crossed
This singer songwriters lyrical kisses...guitar scented massage... will no doubt romanticize, capture and satisfy the sweet spot in your soul and heart's longings...
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
UNJUST: Glow
Unjust has signed with KoolArrow Records for the USA/Canada & to CoPro Records for Europe. Check unjust.com for info. The new Glow (re.date 3/9)will be enhanced. For those who covet every Deftones, Dredg, Faith No More style release, here's your answer.
CD price: $10.99 / MP3 price: $10.99
ADRIANNE: 10,000 Stones
Sheryl Crow meets U2 meets REM meets Shawn Colvin meets Ani.
Recommended if you like Sheryl Crow, Paul Simon.MP3 price: $12.97
JIMMY WEBB: LIVE AND AT LARGE
Contemporary pop - the first concert recording of this legendary singer/songwriter.
Recommended if you like Paul McCartney, Brian Wilson.CD price: $17.00 / MP3 price: $17.00
ED JOHNSON: Over That Wave
A sophisticated blend of original contemporary smooth jazz, laced with pop, R&B, Brazilian and other South American and Afro-Cuban elements, with special emphasis on harmony vocal and horn arrangements.
CD price: $15.97
MOSTLY DYLAN: Mostly Dylan: New Perspectives On The Songs Of Bob Dylan By Tom Corwin And Tim Hockenberry
Deeply musical rock including performances with Bonnie Raitt, George Marinelli and Ricky Fataar.
CD price: $13.99 / MP3 price: $13.99
MICHAEL DIAMOND: Atlantis Rising
Layers of synthesizer textures and guitars create ambient atmospheres and sensual soundscapes interspersed with rhythmic grooves. Atlantis Rising features special guest Steven Halpern adding to the magic.
CD price: $14.98
PAUL OSCHER: Alone with the Blues
Legendary bluesman and multi instrumentalist Paul Oscher presents an outstanding seventeen track collection of deep blues over a wide spectrum of blues styles in this highly acclaimed release
CD price: $16.99
JOE DINKELBACH: Red Pepper
Contemporary Jazz with influences from bebop to fusion, soulful ballads and funky grooves.
CD price: $14.00 / MP3 price: $14.00
RONDELLUS: Sabbatum
Black Sabbath songs played on medieval instruments and sung in Latin. Think it is a joke? It isn't.
Recommended if you like Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath.CD price: $14.00
THOMAS BLUG: electric gallery
melodic electric guitar instrumentals played by Fender Europe´s award-winner: "Stratplayer of the year 2004". Powerful melodic instrumental rock with typical strat sound, sometimes heavier and bluesy sometimes more into pop
CD price: $15.00 / MP3 price: $15.00
GOR MKHITARIAN: Episode
Armenian world music artist Gor Mkhitarian is back with his 3rd album of folk-pop tunes. As usual, Episode features top-notch musicianship and also welcomes the accordian to the mix in addition to the banjo, harmonica, and great guitar work. This is a mus
CD price: $13.99 / MP3 price: $13.99
MORGAN CLAMP: I Need You / You Need Me
Songs that were written for YOU. Joining the musical league of bands like Matchbox Twenty to U2, Morgan Clamp presents this popular rock album filled with memorable songs. A must have for the hit music fan.
CD price: $14.95 / MP3 price: $9.95
BIRD YORK: The Velvet Hour
Low voiced female vocals atop slow vibey groove. Features IN THE DEEP from the film CRASH. Sophisticated, sultry lyrics. Sensual and moody.
REDBIRD (KRIS DELMHORST, JEFFREY FOUCAULT, PETER MULVEY): Redbird
The result of a collaboration between singer-songwriters Kris Delmhorst, Jeffrey Foucault, and Peter Mulvey, this album was recorded in a living room around one microphone, and pays tribute to the musicians' shared love of a diverse spectrum of American m
CD price: $12.97
DUARTE: Diamante
Beautifully performed Spanish and Brazilian grooves played with a full band and percussion, capped off by passionate solo Flamenco guitar. This is a terrific blend that infuses the best of traditional and contemporary Latin styles.
Recommended if you like Gipsy Kings, Carlos Santana.CD price: $10.95 / MP3 price: $7.95
BILL DEASY: Good Day No Rain
He calls to mind Paul Westerberg and many of the finest rock songwriters who mix poetry and drunken bluster, yet somehow sound macho and sensitive at the same time. A cross between Matthew Sweet and Michael Penn-style smart pop and flat-out rock.
CD price: $12.99
ELEKTRA KURTIS AND ENSEMBLE ELEKTRA: AFROdite's Smile
This CD features original compositions and improvisations, blending traditional Greek/Arabic modes and rhythms with jazz harmonies and driving bass lines.
CD price: $14.97 / MP3 price: $14.97
STEPHEN BISHOP: Blue Guitars
This album was Produced by Andrew Gold and features guest artists Michael McDonald, David Crosby, Carnie and Wendy Wilson and Pia Zadora..A wide variety of styles and unique types of songs..ranging from the Islandish, "King of Tonga" to the somber, "Ita
CD price: $19.99
AHMAD JAMAL: Ahmad Jamal with the Assai Quartet
Miles Davis once said, "Ahmad Jamal's music is like space breathing through music." This recording with a string quartet underscores that statement.
CD price: $12.00 / MP3 price: $12.00
CASEY STRATTON: DIVIDE Limited Edition 2 disc set
Adult Alternative/pop/rock in the vein of Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan and Peter Gabriel.
Recommended if you like Tori Amos, Radiohead, Sarah McLachlan, Peter Gabriel, David Gray, Rufus Wainwright.CD price: $25.99
JEFF OSTER: Released
WINNER - Two 2005 NAR Lifestyle Music Awards: Album of the Year and Best Contemporary Instrumental Album... WINNER - 2005 Independent Music Award (Best New Age Song - AT LAST - Jeff Oster and Will Ackerman)
CD price: $14.99 / MP3 price: $14.99
BUNNY BRUNEL: LA Zoo Revisited (Import)
Formerly of the Chick Corea band, bassist Bunny Brunel went on to play with a Who's Who of the jazz-fusion world. This CD by Bunny Brunel features Vivian Campbell, Brian Auger, Virgil Donati, Mike Stern, Ray Gomez and more.
CD price: $16.99 / MP3 price: $16.99
DONOVAN: Beat Cafe
A heady, atmospheric and uniquely timeless blend of folk/jazz/pop/blues, seductive and magical originals from the creator of "Mellow Yellow," "Sunshine Superman," "Season of the Witch" and other classics.
CD price: $15.00
MIKA POHJOLA & YUSUKE YAMAMOTO: Sound Of Village
Playing regularly at the Knitting Factory in New York, Sound of Village has been raved as "one of the best albums of the year" --All About Jazz
CD price: $17.99 / MP3 price: $9.99
MARY FOSTER CONKLIN: You'd Be Paradise
A mix of jazz and blues vocals, with a heavy emphasis on swing, story and lyric. Recently featured in the New York Times
CD price: $12.00
FOOLED BY APRIL: Nice To See You
the best description for this record is hi-fi garage -- lushly produced power pop that remembers that it was written in a basement...
MP3 price: $7.99
