Everything But The Girl - Fuse [LP]

Everything but the Girl return in 2023 with the new album Fuse, after a 24-year hiatus. Written and produced by Ben Watt and Tracey Thorn over the spring-summer of 2021, Fuse is a modern take on the lustrous electronic soul the band first pioneered in the mid-90s. Thorn's affecting and richly textured voice is once again up front in Watt's glimmering landscape of sub-bass, sharp beats, half-lit synths and empty space, and as before, the result is the sound of a band comfortable with being both sonically contemporary, yet agelessly themselves.

+++ (Crosses) - PERMANENT.RADIANT EP [Indie Exclusive Limited Edition Neon Green Vinyl]

�PERMANENT.RADIANT is the newest EP from the darkly cinematic duo �� (Crosses) featuring Chino Moreno of Deftones on vocals and Shaun Lopez on production and instrumentation. This project features the previously released singles �Vivien� and �Sensation,� along with the once exclusive vinyl track �Day One.� Eerie synth arrangements and pulsating percussion culminate in a lush, sprawling soundscape captured throughout this collection of songs. Chino Moreno's lyrics and vocal textures combined with Shaun Lopez's immersive production and sound design create a world that will likely transport anyone who listens to places both familiar and new.�

Rodrigo Y Gabriela - In Between Thoughts�A New World [Indie Exclusive Limited Edition Gold Nugget LP]

Guitar virtuosos Rodrigo y Gabriela have announced the follow-up to the GRAMMY-winning album Mettavolution. In Between Thoughts�A New World is the duo�s first full-length album in four years. It is a spontaneously composed, yet unified work which brings the same expansion of consciousness that inspired its creation. Self-produced in Ixtapa, Mexico, the album sees Rodrigo y Gabriela building on their original sound to include electronics and orchestral elements.

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Daughter - Stereo Mind Game [Indie Exclusive Recycled Random Color LP]

After seven years, Daughter are back � a generational band with well over 1 billion streams across three records. Since their debut in 2013, Elena Tonra�s intimate, crushingly honest lyrics have been a lifeline for the band�s fans, whilst also finding a gateway to the likes of alternative giants Phoebe Bridgers and Bon Iver. �Be On Your Way� is warmly optimistic in tone, finding a lightness in Tonra�s poetry, whilst still desperately evoking an emotional resonance unmatched in the alternative space.

Alfa Mist - Variables [LP]

�I�ve been focused on who I am in my music, but now I�m exploring where I am,� Alfa�Mist says. �I�m asking: how did I get here?�

This is the journeying question that underpins Alfa�s fifth album, Variables. Traversing luscious, big band swing, head-nodding boom-bap rhythms and yearning vocal�melodies, the record is expansive, soulful and moving, in both body and spirit. On�Variables, his second release for ANTI-, Alfa achieves his most fully-realised, expressive musical work to date, coupling his keen ear for looping, memorably emotive�piano melodies with intuitive grooves and a free-flowing jazz improvisation.

Since the release of his first full-length project Nocturne in 2015, Alfa has established himself as one of the UK�s most focused, in-demand and distinct musical�voices. He has worked with the likes of Jordan Rakei and Tom Misch. Artists look to�him for his unique blend of intimate bedroom production and expansive jazz group�orchestration, since Alfa is yet to be boxed into a specific genre. His music spans�everything from hip-hop beat-making to producing for artists such as rapper Loyle�Carner, composing neo-classical works for the London Contemporary Orchestra,�and reworking tracks from composer �lafur Arnalds and pioneering jazz label Blue�Note. The return to live shows has been a welcome one for Alfa and his fans, resulting in an instantly sold-out run of debut US shows in 2022, as well as a headline�gig at London�s Barbican in 2021, and an expanded run of US shows slated for 2023.

It is a balance between feeling and perfectionism that ultimately gives Alfa�s music�its depth and capacity for repeated listening. It is also an ethos that has enabled his�remarkable work-ethic to date. �I�ve never been a �one album every four years� artist�� I want to put out new projects every year,� he says. �Music is an extension of my�life; it is the practice of creating.�

Albert King - Born Under A Bad Sign [LP]

Release to celebrate Albert King�s Centennial this new edition of his legendary first album for Stax Records, Born Under A Bad Sign is pressed on 180-gram Vinyl with ALL-ANALOG mastering from the original stereo tapes by Jeff Powell at Take Out Vinyl. Inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame and included in Rolling Stone�s �500 Greatest Albums of All Time� Born Under A Bad Sign also features contributions from Booker T. & The M.G.�s and The Memphis Horns.

Ian Hunter - Defiance Part 1 [LP]

A rock n� roll trailblazer for over six decades, Ian Hunter reflects on his musical journey while looking forward to the next chapter in his storied career. Known for his high-profile collaborations, Ian Hunter continues this tradition on his new album, Defiance Part 1. Backed by fellow legends Ringo Starr and Johnny Depp, Hunter rocks on all original tracks like �This Is What I�m Here For,� and �Bed of Roses,� with a printed inner sleeve from Ian personally thanking all the contributors.

Jethro Tull - R�KFL�TE [Limited Edition Deluxe 2LP+2CD+Blu-ray Artbook]

The legendary Jethro Tull return hot on the heels of 2022�s UK & German top 10 album �The Zealot Gene�, with their 23rd studio album �R�kFl�te�. Twelve tracks reminding the world of the iconic sound that the legendary band brought to rock music, recorded with the current Tull line-up of Ian Anderson, David Goodier, John O�Hara, Scott Hammond & Joe Parrish James. Presented in two deluxe formats: Ltd. Deluxe dark red 2LP+2CD+Blu-ray Artbook & 2 artprints, as well as a Ltd. Deluxe 2CD+Blu-ray Artbook, both feature extensive liner notes as well as a CD of demos & a blu-ray including Dolby Atmos, 5.1 surround sound & alternative stereo mixes by Bruce Soord (The Pineapple Thief), plus an in-depth interview with Ian Anderson.

Easy Star All-Stars - Ziggy Stardub [Indie Exclusive Limited Edition Red, Blue and Yellow Blended LP]

Easy Star All-Stars return with their first new tribute album in over a decade! This is the first single from the upcoming April 2023 release of ZIGGY STARDUB, a reggae re-imagining of David Bowie's entire The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars album. This first single features the legendary Maxi Priest on vocals. As usual, the All-Stars bring an unparalleled attention to detail and creativity to their version of this timeless Bowie classic.

Dr. Dre - The Chronic [2 LP]

Dr. Dre's Debut 'The Chronic' Returns to Interscope and Streaming Services BY CARL LAMARRE Dr. Dre's solo debut album, The Chronic, is celebrating it's 30th anniversary with a special re-re[1]lease on Interscope Records and a return to streaming services after nearly a year away. "I am thrilled to bring The Chronic home to it's original distribution partner, Interscope Records," says Dre in a press release, adding that working with the label "to re-release the album and make it available to fans all over the world is a full circle moment for me." Steve Berman, vice chairman of Inter[1]scope Geffen A&M, expressed similar ex[1]citement, saying: "Dr. Dre is without a doubt one of the most iconic and groundbreaking artists in the modern era. He has also used his platform to fuel some very impactful philanthropic efforts that will ensure his legacy is felt for generations to come. Dre's solo career all started with the The Chron[1]ic, one of the most celebrated recordings of all time. To have this album at Interscope once again where we work with Dre and his amazing team at Aftermath day in and day out is incredibly gratifying for me personally and all of us at Interscope." Earlier this month, Billboard reported that Dre sold his music assets to Universal Music and Shamrock Holdings for a deal estimat[1]ed to be $200 million. According to sources, the assets include mainly passive income streams, such as artist royalties from two of his solo albums and his share of N.W.A. art[1]ist royalties; his producer royalties; and more. The Chronic had long been available on streaming services but was pulled, along with several other Death Row classics, after Snoop Dogg purchased the label early last year. Considered one of the most storied al[1]bums in hip-hop, The Chronic had a splashy debut on the Billboard 200, entering the charts at No. 3. Released in 1992 on Death Row Records / Interscope, Dre's magnum opus earned three Hot 100 top 40 hits, "most notably "Nothin' But a "G" Thang," which peaked at No. 2. John Janick, chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M, said: "From my first day at Interscope the significance of Dr. Dre as a foundational artist at this label was incred[1]ibly important to me. We take our responsi[1]bility to Dre and his amazing body of work very seriously and we are honored to work closely with him on this re-release of one of the most important albums of all time."

St. Paul & The Broken Bones - Angels In Science Fiction [Indie Exclusive Limited Edition Black & White LP]

When Paul Janeway learned he was going to be a father he decided to scribe his thoughts (joy, fear, confusion) as messages to his then-unborn daughter. Those letters became Angels in Science Fiction, the stunning fifth album from St. Paul & The Broken Bones. Produced by Matt Ross-Spang at the legendary Sam Phillips Recording Studio in Memphis, it finds the band stretching further out, building on the shadowy psychedelia and intricate, experimental R&B of 2022�s The Alien Coast. Indie Exclusive Black & White LP.

Enter Shikari - A Kiss for the Whole World [Indie Exclusive Limited Edition Transparent Violet Sparkle LP]

Transparent Violet Sparkle Vinyl. Enter Shikari are a rock band from St Albans, UK. In 2020, they released their sixth album - Nothing Is True & Everything Is Possible - which also gave them their sixth album to debut in the UK Album Chart top 5. Frequently collecting Best Live Artist awards, Enter Shikari's seventeen-year career thus far has seen them rise from teenagers touring the UK grassroots venues, to festival main stages and arena headliners worldwide.

Alan Licht, Charles Curtis, & Dean Roberts - May 99 [LP]

In the spring of 1999, Charles Curtis, Alan Licht, and Dean Roberts brought an unconventional mix of drone, improvisation, and experimental rock on an eleven-stop tour of Europe. The concept was straight forward, yet novel: each night, they would improvise a single piece while sustained sine waves played for the duration of the concert. May99, culled from three shorter pieces recorded for a radio program at Amsterdam�s VPRO near the end of the tour, represents a nearly high watermark in the collision of minimal and rock sensibilities that started to become prevalent in the late 90s and is an ear-opening listen even for those familiar with the musicians� other projects.

Through Fire - Devil's Got You Dreamin' [Limited Edition Royal Blue/Ultra Clear Galaxy LP]

Devil�s Got You Dreamin� is the newest album from hard rock band, Through Fire. Coming off the success of their previous releases through Sumerian Records (2019�s All Animal and 2016�s critically acclaimed Breathe), the Omaha-based quartet have shown consistent evolution reshaping their hard rock sound with electronic flourishes and airtight songcraft. From songs like �Karma Kills,� �Lose It,� and �Devolution,� Through Fire have proven their �no rules� state of mind continues to break boundaries in music.

Wesley Joseph - GLOW EP [Coke Bottle Clear Vinyl]

For polymath artist Wesley Joseph, writing a song is like shooting a film.�He sees in terms of scenes and colors, lighting the proper mood, drawing�the right emotional arc�far beyond just getting a catchy melody down�on tape. Music and filmmaking are Joseph�s two great loves. Film came�first�he started making DIY videos at age 12 to entertain himself and his�friends growing up in a small UK community�but when he moved to�London to study it, the energy he discovered in the city demanded to be�captured in song, resulting in his 2021 debut ULTRAMARINE, a distinctly�cinematic collection of avant-R&B and soulful future-pop shot through�with moments of surprising aggression and an intriguingly complex�postmillennial aura.

Since collaborating with the likes of Jorja Smith and Loyle Carner,�he returns with GLOW, eight more songs of love, loss, anxiety, and joy�about coming of age at a time of unprecedented change. Showcasing�his range across songwriting, performing, and production�not to�mention his flawless transitions between singing and rapping, between�character studies and raw emotional honesty�it�s a stunningly beautiful�work that makes it clear Joseph�s on the path to becoming a world-changing talent.

Bella White - Among Other Things

22-year-old singer / songwriter Bella White has a one-of-a-kind musical talent: a finespun breed of country/folk both fresh in perspective and wholly steeped in bluegrass tradition, despite her upbringing in the Canadian city of Calgary. Her sophomore album, Among Other Things (Produced by Jonathan Wilson) unfolds with gorgeously textured layers encompassing elements of country, folk, indie, and classic rock.

Original Broadway Cast of Almost Famous - The Musical - Almost Famous - The Musical (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

Masterworks Broadway is proud to release the Original Broadway Cast Recording of Almost Famous The Musical. The album features music by Tony�, Grammy� and Pulitzer Prize� winner Tom Kitt and lyrics by Academy Award� Winner Cameron Crowe and Kitt. Starring Chris Wood, Solea Pfeiffer and Casey Likes,�Almost Famous The Musical�is an adaptation of Cameron Crowe�s beloved Academy Award� and BAFTA-winning film and opens on Broadway November 3, 2022.

Directed by Tony Award^� and Olivier Award^� nominee Jeremy Herrin, with book by Cameron Crowe, Almost Famous The Musical is produced by Lia Vollack and the Michael Cassel Group.

The year is 1973 and it�s all happening. Led Zeppelin is king, Richard Nixon is President, and idealistic 15-year-old William Miller is an aspiring music journalist. When Rolling Stone magazine hires him to go on the road with an up-and-coming band, William is thrust into the rock-and-roll circus, where his love of music, his longing for friendship, and his integrity as a writer collide. Almost Famous is a spirited tale of fandom, family, and the unforgettable characters you�ll meet along the way. Turn it up!

Mason Gold - The Blackwater [Indie Exclusive Limited Edition]

Mason Gold teamed up with legendary producer/engineer Michael Bernard to capture �Waters� alongside the tracks on the album. Michael Bernard has worked closely with Fleetwood Mac, Brian Wilson (The Beach Boys), P!nk and many others. The band�s new album, The Blackwater, was mixed and mastered by Grammy-nominated producer Cameron Mizell. CD Digipak. Indie Exclusive.

Covet - Catharsis

Covet is fronted by Yvette Young who is revered by guitarists around the world for her mastery of the innovative two-handed tapping technique. Yvette says of the album - "I'd like to be honest - this album process was one of the most challenging ever, and none of the reasons for that was related to the actual music. There was a moment where it felt like it might not come out ever...but I think having patience and faith does pay off. I named this record "catharsis" because the word to me feels like a triumphant exodus. No matter the dire circumstances, music is one of those things that I�ve always needed to create to survive (in all senses of the word), and time and time again, I turn to guitar and songwriting as my outlet to uplift and feel like I have control over something in this chaotic universe. The overall theme of the album is escapism and fantasy, which also feels fitting because in a lot of ways, we use music and art to escape our anxiety, our pain, and our sometimes oppressive realities...to travel to universes that we so badly wished existed. Music is so powerful for this reason because it can be so transformative- it uplifts and empathizes with you without needing to say a single word. With this music, I wanted to tell a concise but dense story that goes many places- not necessarily all joyful. I have been working on it down to the last minute, and in less than 30 minutes, I'd like to take you to all the magical places I�ve been and show you all the highs and lows that I've had the privilege of experiencing during the last 2 years of creating this body of work."Covet is fronted by Yvette Young who is revered by guitarists around the world for her mastery of the innovative two-handed tapping technique. Yvette says of the album - "I'd like to be honest - this album process was one of the most challenging ever, and none of the reasons for that was related to the actual music. There was a moment where it felt like it might not come out ever...but I think having patience and faith does pay off. I named this record "catharsis" because the word to me feels like a triumphant exodus. No matter the dire circumstances, music is one of those things that I�ve always needed to create to survive (in all senses of the word), and time and time again, I turn to guitar and songwriting as my outlet to uplift and feel like I have control over something in this chaotic universe. The overall theme of the album is escapism and fantasy, which also feels fitting because in a lot of ways, we use music and art to escape our anxiety, our pain, and our sometimes oppressive realities...to travel to universes that we so badly wished existed. Music is so powerful for this reason because it can be so transformative- it uplifts and empathizes with you without needing to say a single word. With this music, I wanted to tell a concise but dense story that goes many places- not necessarily all joyful. I have been working on it down to the last minute, and in less than 30 minutes, I'd like to take you to all the magical places I�ve been and show you all the highs and lows that I've had the privilege of experiencing during the last 2 years of creating this body of work."

ALL - Mass Nerder: 25th Anniversary Edition [Opaque Green & Purple LP]

The overly-caffeinated nerd quartet we know as ALL first caught the pop-punk genre in a stranglehold in 1988, after years of empathizing with their fellow geeks as the Descendents. Years�later, Mass Nerder brings you sixteen searing cuts that never dip below 210 beats per minute.�Produced by Bill and Stephen at their very own Blasting Room studio in Fort Collins, CO, and�featuring Milo on backing vocals, Mass Nerder is the house blend for dweebs and cool guys alike�and is not available in decaf. Reissued on vinyl for the first time since 2015 to celebrate the 25th�anniversary of the release!

ALL HANDS_MAKE LIGHT - Darling The Dawn [LP]

ALL HANDS_MAKE LIGHT is the recently minted duo of Ariel Engle (La Force, Patrick�Watson, Broken Social Scene) and Efrim Manuel Menuck (Godspeed You! Black�Emperor, Thee Silver Mt. Zion). Longtime friends, collaborators, and stalwarts of the�Montr�al post-punk community, this is their first full-fledged project together. AH_ML�weaves these two unique voices through lustrous tendrils of blown-out tones and�drones, expanding on Menuck�s eponymous modular and analog synth-based work of�recent years, now imbued with an additionally searing, soulful warmth and melodicism�through Engle�s singing.�Darling The Dawn�is a spellbinding album of preternaturally�genre-bending sonics and songwriting: a sort of electronic shoegaze suffused with�freak-folk, kosmische, darkwave and post-industrial, flowing from ambient minimalism�to pulsing maximalism, conjuring traditionals sung in the haze of earliest light�accompanied by overdriven circuit boards powered with ungrounded wires.

The White Stripes - Elephant: 20th Anniversary [Red Smoke & Clear w/ Red & Black Smoke Color LP]

Originally released on April 1, 2003, Elephant is The White Stripes critically acclaimed fourth studio album. The 14 track album peaked at #6 on the US Billboard chart and earned a nomination for Album of the Year and a win for Best Alternative Music Album at the 46th Grammy Awards in 2004.� The album includes stand out tracks �Seven Nation Army,� �The Hardest Button To Button,� and �Ball and Biscuit�.� The 20th Anniversary 2LP vinyl is a red smoke & clear with red & black smoke color mix along with an alternative cover design.

Music Releases 04-21-23