BLACK EYED PEAS-THE E.N.D. (ENERGY NEVER DIES)
Advanced hype is calling this "the" album of the summer. I'm calling it "an" album of the summer. There was a time when the Black Eyed Peas were considered an important and socially conscious group of rappers. In walks new member Fergie, something called "My Humps," and now they are just over-produced crossover crap......that sells in the trillions.
CHICKENFOOT- CHICKENFOOT
A supergroup (?) of sorts featuring a Van Halen-less Van Halen (Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony), Joe Satriani, and Red Hot Chili Pepper Chad Smith. Haven't heard a note, but their performance on Conan was pretty mediocre. Embarrassing, really.
PETER HOLSAPPLE & CHRIS STAMEY- HERE AND NOW
The first collaboration in almost two decades by the acclaimed songwriters of The dBs features another pop legend, Branford Marsalis on two tracks. ''With pop this piercingly pure, and Everlys-worthy harmonies to boot, The dB's songwriting team has put together another instant classic''---Blurt. Count me in.
KASABIAN- WEST RYDER PAUPER LUNATIC ASYLUMAfter a promising debut, Kasabian lost a bit of steam with their sophomore release "Empire." Let's see if these Stone Roses wannabes have another good one in them.
RHETT MILLER- RHETT MILLER
Third solo release from Mr. Old 97 is not quite as strong as his last release, "The Believer," but that would be asking a lot, since it was one of my favorite records of 2006 and featured one of the most heartbreaking ballads I have ever set ears on, "Meteor Shower." But "Rhett Miller," the album, is fantastic nonetheless, with some more of the brilliant songwriting and hooks Miller has come to perfect.
PROCOL HARUM REISSUES
First 4 classic releases "PROCOL HARUM," "SHINE ON BRIGHTLY," A SALTY DOG, " and "HOME" have been remastered (yet again) and expanded with as much as 11 bonus tracks on each. These have been band-approved and truly sound exceptional...yet again.
SONIC YOUTH- THE ETERNAL
Seminal band that I respect but never understood, returns with a new and "inspired" John Agnello produced effort. Music aside, there aren't many people as nice as Thurston Moore.
ALSO OUT THIS WEEK
BROTHERS OF THE SOUTHLAND- S/T
Bo Bice (American Idol, I think), Jimmy Hall (Wet Willie), Henry Paul (The Outlaws), and Steve Gorman (The Black Crowes) among others, get their red neck on.
DIRTY PROJECTORS- BITTE ORCA
Internet phenoms release their follow-up to their critically acclaimed, but truly awful debut, "Rise Above."
NANCI GRIFFITH- THE LOVING KIND
First release in 5 years from the respected, singer-songwriter.
MORRISSEY- MALADJUSTED AND SOUTHPAW GRAMMAR EXPANDED
new b-sides, new pics, new essays, new artwork, same sad artist. (I do like the new artwork)
ROLLING STONES REMASTERS, PHASE TWO
More like Phase 22. 'EMOTIONAL RESCUE," "SOME GIRLS," "TATTOO YOU," AND "UNDERCOVER" now bear the UME label logo and sound louder. Make sure your amp goes to eleven and your old ones will be just fine. STOP THE MADNESS.
VANMAKT-AD LUCIFERI REGNUM
AND I QUOTE, "The second follow up of Sweden's evil mongers Vanmakt has a more distinct and mature sound. The trademark sound of Vanmakt is hate filled contempt towards organized religions which is backed by 666 demonic speed blazing throughout its entirety." Second follow-up? Throughout its entirety?
Did I mention that fercocktah Black Eyed Peas record?
Also, first person to send me MP3s of Stiv Bators "Swinging A Go Go" and The Brains indie single version of "Money Changes Everything," gets copies of the new Dinosaur Jr. and Placebo CDs, assuming you want them
7 comments:
Sal,
In these tight economic times and you could only buy one of the following: the new Rhett Miller or the new Marshall C. which one would it be? (Need help deciding)
Tough. Apples & Oranges. BUT...I think the Crenshaw is more consistent, and the songs I love, I love more.
Thanks! How about a good recommendation of a lush pop cd for summer.
It it doesn't have to new, Bergen White- For Women Only.
Hey, lighten up on the Swedish-English lexicon.
They speak pretty good English over here, but the text writing needs a little polish.
Besides, you got the hate filled message, which is all that matters to these "artists". Remember, this is the land where its dark for half the year.
Holsapple & Stamey back together is a cause for celebration! Their "Mavericks" album is one of my all-time favorites. Alas, I won't be able to see them at City Winery tonight but will console myself ordering the CD. (And Marshall C's as well.)
And FYI to NYC readers: Virgin Mega in Union Sq closes in a week... I was there yesterday and there isn't too much music left (more DVD movies it seemed) but everything's 50% off. I got the new Buddy & Julie Miller disc and a Ramones greatest hits.
I got the Rhett Miller yesterday and I must say it is not nearly as interesting as the last one. The record feels flat to me, which bums me out as I love the other solo records.
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