Irma Thomas, born Irma Lee and widely celebrated as the Soul Queen of New Orleans, is a Grammy-nominated artist who recorded her first single in 1959.Her second solo album, released in 1966, features the song “Anyone Who Knows What Love Is (Will Understand),” co-written by Randy Newman and country music star Jeannie Seely.The single peaked […]
Released in 2011, Revelator is the debut studio album by the Tedeschi Trucks Band, a powerhouse blues-rock ensemble led by Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks.The album blends blues, rock, soul, and jazz, showcasing the band’s rich, full-bodied sound.Standout tracks like “Midnight in Harlem,” “Come See About Me,” and “Bound for Glory” highlight Tedeschi’s soulful vocals […]
This record is the sound of dreams fulfilled, dashed, then fulfilled again.Candy McKenzie, a young singer from North West London, had endured a hard life before she flew to Jamaica in pursuit of a dream that she didn’t fully understand. Candy McKenzie was a young talent in need of an experienced producer.Who better than Lee […]
Julie London ( September 26, 1926 October 18, 2000) was an American nightclub, jazz and pop singer, film and television actress and a former pinup model, whose career spanned five decades of television. She was noted for her smoky, sensual husky voice and languid demeanor.She released 32 albums of pop and jazz standards during […]
Singer James Ambrose Johnson, born on February 1, 1948, in Buffalo, New York, fled to Toronto, Canada, to avoid the draft.There, he started The Mynah Birds, a rhythm & blues band and changed his name to Rick James.In 1966, Neil Young joined the band, but their journey ended when James was exposed as a draft […]
Disguise In Love” released in 1978, is the debut album of British punk poet John Cooper Clarke. Renowned for his quick-witted delivery and sharp humor, Clarke fuses punk rock with spoken word, resulting in a one-of-a-kind sonic experience. The album includes tracks such as “I Don’t Want To Be Nice,” “Valley of the Lost Women,” […]
Released in 1973, Mott is the sixth studio album by British rock band Mott the Hoople.Following the success of All the Young Dudes (1972), the album showcases the band’s signature blend of glam rock, hard rock, and thoughtful lyricism. Featuring standout tracks like “All the Way from Memphis”, “Whizz Kid”, and “I Wish I Was […]
Album of the Week: Stereolab – Instant Holograms on Metal Film Staff Review They’re back! After a 15-year hiatus, Stereolab return with Instant Holograms on Metal Film, a brand-new album from the beloved avant-pop pioneers. Unsurprisingly, anticipation has been sky-high… and we’re happy to report it’s an absolute gem. If you’re new to the groop […]
I Thought About You is a major remixed, remastered, and extended release of Irish jazz guitar master Louis Stewart’s 1977 quartet album with the English pianist John Taylor and the American rhythm team of bassist Sam Jones and drummer Billy Higgins. Recorded when Louis was working with Ronnie Scott’s house band (as was John Taylor), the session coincided with pianist Cedar Walton’s […]
RSD 2022 RSD titles are limited to one copy per person. With fairness in mind, we have to prohibit multiple buys of the same release. LP Recently discovered album from 1960’s soft rock revolutionaries Nirvana. Strictly limited to 1,000 copies worldwide & pressed onto green vinyl. Previously thought long lost, the original tapes for ‘Secrets’ […]
