New Music--November 2011

Flkorence & the Machine

Ceremonials

Genre: Folk/Pop

Ceremonials marks the long-awaited follow-up to the group's unexpectedly successful 2009 debut, Lungs. Like the band's first release, Ceremonials is built upon the powerful, expressive voice of Florence Welch, backed here by a more restrained band sound, ranging from harp to bare bones percussion to full anthemic band.

Paul Simon

Songwriter

Genre: Folk/Pop

This two-CD collection gathers hits from throughout Simon's songwriting career. Tunes include old favorites like "Sound of Silence" and "Mother and Child Reunion", alongside more recent songs such as "Cool Cool River" and "So Beautiful Or So What"

Judy Collins

Bohemian

Genre: Folk/Pop

The folk legend's new CD arrives at the same time as her memoir, Sweet Judy Blue Eyes: My Life in Music. Bohemian is a celebration of Collins' life in 1960s California, with special guests Joni Mitchell and Jimmy Webb. http://www.grassrootsbookstore.com/book/9780307717344

Etta James

The Dreamer

Genre: Jazz

The legendary blues singer announces her retirement, after 50 years in the industry. The Dreamer features James interpreting tunes from Otis Redding, Ray Charles, Guns & Roses, and more.

Pink Martini & Saori Yuki

1969

Genre: Jazz

Saori Yuki released her debut album in Japan in 1969 and went on to make over 30 albums in her 42 years. In honor of the year of her debut release, Saori Yuki partnered with Pink Martini and producer Thomas M. Lauderdale to create a loving tribute to the music released in 1969, and features Japanese pop hits alongside internationally recognized tunes.

Andrea Bocelli

Concerto: One Night in Central Park

Genre: Classical

Earlier this year, Bocelli—one of the world’s favorite tenors—performed a free concert in New York’s Central Park to a crowd of 70,000. Accompanied by the New York Philharmonic, and joined on stage by music luminaries including Chris Botti, Celine Dion, and Tony Bennett, among others, this is a once-in-a-lifetime music event.

R.E.M.

Part Lies Part Heart Part Truth Part Garbage: 1982-2011

Genre: Folk/Pop

Following the announcement of their dissolution, R.E.M. releases this double CD of hits, outtakes, rarities, and B-sides. One disc features the band's most popular songs, including "Radio Free Europe", "Losing My Religion", and "Everybody Hurts".

Puppini Sisters

Hollywood

Genre: Jazz

England's vocal trio has crossed the musical map over the period of their four CDs. This new offering features tunes from the golden age of Hollywood movies, including songs from Breakfast At Tiffany's and American In Paris.

Kate Bush

50 Words for Snow

Genre: Folk/Pop

The reclusive art-rocker releases a rare new collection of songs. Inspired by the concept of snow, Bush and her collaborators offer a hushed concept album, featuring several vocalists including the artist's own son.

Willie Nelson

Remember Me

Genre: Folk/Pop

For the first in a projected series of recordings, country legend Willie Nelson reaches into the Billboard charts for his favorite tunes from the past 70 years. Nelson applies his interpretation to songs originally from Kris Kristofferson, Johnny Cash, George Jones, and more.

Rolling Stones

Some Girls

Genre: Folk/Pop

The second biggest rock band in the world revisits their 1978 masterpiece. In addition to a fully remastered original album, this 2 disc set features outtakes, rarities and unreleased cuts from the Some Girls sessions.