· This Tuesday R.E.M.'s catalogue gets the sweet reissue treatment as eight albums - Out of Time, Green, Automatic for the People, Monster, Up, Reveal, Around the Sun, and New Adventures in Hi-Fi - are upgraded and expanded with bonus tracks.
Each Warner Bros./Rhino Records CD also contains a bonus DVD-Audio disc for the 5.1-channel surround-sound experience.
· Speaking of R.E.M., one of Peter Buck's favorite artists, Roky Erickson (whom he described as "Buddy Holly on acid"), is also getting the expanded re-issue treatment as Restless Records is releasing two out-of-print albums from the 1980s in March: Don't Slander Me and Gremlins Have Pictures. If you haven't dipped into the psychedelic Texas well water that spawned Erickson's group, the 13th Floor Elevators, this Tuesday the Shout Factory! Records label is releasing a two-CD primer into his psychotic world of aliens, vampires, and zombies, entitled I Have Always Been Here Before. The 45-song collection spans both solo and band recordings, with acid-punk classics such as "You're Gonna Miss Me" and "It's a Cold Night for Alligators."
· Another signature voice from the 1980s, Stan Ridgway, is back with the just-released DVD, Holiday in Dirt. Originally a solo CD from 2001, the DVD collects 14 short films created for each song by different filmmakers. Look for Ridgway to support the New West Records release with a tour next month and a stop at SXSW.
· Tired of albums with only a few decent songs and too much filler? I can't say enough great things about the third volume of KCRW-FM's Sounds Eclectic series, released last month by Palm Pictures. Collecting 13 songs recorded live in the station's studios during Nic Harcourt's Morning Becomes Eclectic radio program, the disc is simply one perfect moment followed by another. Highlights include Radiohead's acoustic version of "Go to Sleep" and a creepy, beautiful cover of the Flaming Lips' "Waitin' for a Superman" by Iron & Wine. Other artists sharing their magic include Kinky, My Morning Jacket, Paul Weller of The Jam, Interpol, Jem, and Franz Ferdinand.
Television Alert:
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno hosts Scissor Sisters on Monday and Elton John on Tuesday; The Late Show with David Letterman features the mighty voice of Solomon Burke on Monday and Kathleen Edwards on Tuesday; Late Night with Conan O'Brien welcomes Ian Brown and Noel Gallagher this evening overnight, and The Futureheads on Thursday overnight; The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson adds things up with Sum 41 on Thursday overnight; and Jimmy Kimmel Live boasts Gavin Rossdale of Bush on Friday overnight and Duran Duran on Monday overnight.
New Releases Coming Tuesday, March 1:
... and like the winds, young grasshopper, are subject to change
American Hi-Fi - Hearts on Parade (Maverick)
Eric Anders - More Regrets (Baggage Room) featuring photography by Michael Wilson
Be Cool - original motion picture soundtrack (TVT) with Christina Milian, Black Eyed Peas, and classic tracks from James Brown, Earth Wind & Fire, and Sonny and Cher
Black 47 - Elvis Murphy's Green Suede Shoes (Gadfly) companion to the book by Larry Kirwan, featuring a bonus acoustic instrumental of the title track
Black Lipstick - Sincerely, Black Lipstick (Peek-a-Boo) riff-heavy sophomore release
David Bowie - David Live and Stage (EMI) expanded two-CD re-issues also available in DVD-Audio
Asa Brebner - Hot Air (Hi-N-Dry) new from the former Modern Lovers guitarist
Bucket Full of Teeth - Bucket Full of Teeth (Level Plane) new from former members of Orchid
Solomon Burke - Make Do with What You Got (Shout Factory!) all new sessions produced by Don Was, featuring covers of songs by Bob Dylan and Hank Williams
Charming Snakes - Ammunition (Dirtnap) from Seattle
Chimney Sweeps - Devil Girl (Norton) collection of rare Australian nuggets from 1966 and 1967, featuring a cover of the Rolling Stones' "Grown Up Wrong"
Coralie Clement - Bye Bye Beauté (Nettwerk) second album of 1960s' French pop with a modern twist
The Dexateens - Red Dust Rising (Estrus) pumped up roadhouse twang from Alabama
Mark Digman - Box Heart Man (Times Beach) terrific Irish singer-songwriter who has now found a home in Pittsburgh
Doves - Some Cities (Capitol)
Dub Syndicate - Pure Thrill Seekers (Shanachie)
Kathleen Edwards - Back to Me (Zoe/Rounder)
Elvis Costello - The Delivery Man (Lost Highway) deluxe edition with video and a bonus disc of "Clarksdale Sessions"
Figurine - The Heartfelt (March) re-issue from 2001, featuring Jimmy Tamborello of The Postal Service
Harmonic 33 - Music for Film, Television & Radio Vol. 1 (Warp)
The Hermit - Wonderment (Nettwerk)
Lily Holbrook - Everything Was Beautiful & Nothing Hurt (Back Porch) from street busking in Boston to this anticipated label debut, featuring a must-hear cover of Ozzy Osbourne's "Mama, I'm Coming Home"
Ivy - In the Clear (Nettwerk) featuring guest vocalist Scott McCloud of Girls Against Boys in duet with Dominique Durand on "Feel So Free"
Jack Johnson - In Between Dreams (Brushfire/Universal) with guest Ben Harper and a re-working of "Breakdown" from Handsome Boy Modeling School's recent White People set
Judas Priest - Angel of Retribution (Epic) all new from the classic original lineup, with a bonus DVD in the first pressing
Killswitch Engine - The End of Heartache (Roadrunner) deluxe edition expanded to two CDs in celebration of the group's current Taste of Chaos tour with The Used and My Chemical Romance
Le Concorde - Universe & Villa (What Are Records?) smart pop in the vein of Prefab Sprout and Aztec Camera
Jennifer Lopez - Rebirth (Epic) with guests Fat Joe, Fabolous, and Mark Anthony, the CD is also available in the DualDisc format
Mars Volta - Frances the Mute (Strummer/Universal)
Maximo Park - Apply Some Pressure (Warp) CD EP
Montag - Alone, Not Alone (Carpark) Antoine Bedard's Montreal collective with members of Stars, Sixtoo, and Broken Social Scene
Norma Jean - O God the Aftermath (Solid State)
Judith Owen - Lost & Found (Century of Progress) full-length CD from this magnificent vocalist, spinning her unique take on Deep Purple's "Smoke on the Water" and The Police's "Walking on the Moon," and featuring guests Richard Thompson, Keb' Mo, Tom Scott, and Cassandra Wilson
Reggie & the Full Effect - Songs Not to Get Married to (Vagrant)
Adam Richman - Patience & Science (Or Music/Epic)
Robots - original motion picture soundtrack (Virgin) with Gomez, War, Fatboy Slim, and a new song, "Tell Me What You Already Did," by Fountains of Wayne
George Thorogood - Then & Now (Sanctuary)
Transistor Transistor - In Name & Likeness (Level Plane) new CD or double-LP from former Orchid members Brad Wallace and James Moller
Trivium - Ascendancy (Roadrunner) second album of metal, Orlando style
Ben Watt - Outspoken (Buzzin' Fly/Astralwerks) new 12-inch and CD single from the co-founder of Everything but the Girl
various artists - Old School Soul Party (Shout Factory!) jaw-dropping three-CD set featuring Carl Carlton's "She's a Bad Mama Jama," The Gap Band's "You Dropped the Bomb on Me," and the Undisputed Truth's "Smiling Faces Sometimes"
· Speaking of R.E.M., one of Peter Buck's favorite artists, Roky Erickson (whom he described as "Buddy Holly on acid"), is also getting the expanded re-issue treatment as Restless Records is releasing two out-of-print albums from the 1980s in March: Don't Slander Me and Gremlins Have Pictures. If you haven't dipped into the psychedelic Texas well water that spawned Erickson's group, the 13th Floor Elevators, this Tuesday the Shout Factory! Records label is releasing a two-CD primer into his psychotic world of aliens, vampires, and zombies, entitled I Have Always Been Here Before. The 45-song collection spans both solo and band recordings, with acid-punk classics such as "You're Gonna Miss Me" and "It's a Cold Night for Alligators."
· Another signature voice from the 1980s, Stan Ridgway, is back with the just-released DVD, Holiday in Dirt. Originally a solo CD from 2001, the DVD collects 14 short films created for each song by different filmmakers. Look for Ridgway to support the New West Records release with a tour next month and a stop at SXSW.
· Tired of albums with only a few decent songs and too much filler? I can't say enough great things about the third volume of KCRW-FM's Sounds Eclectic series, released last month by Palm Pictures. Collecting 13 songs recorded live in the station's studios during Nic Harcourt's Morning Becomes Eclectic radio program, the disc is simply one perfect moment followed by another. Highlights include Radiohead's acoustic version of "Go to Sleep" and a creepy, beautiful cover of the Flaming Lips' "Waitin' for a Superman" by Iron & Wine. Other artists sharing their magic include Kinky, My Morning Jacket, Paul Weller of The Jam, Interpol, Jem, and Franz Ferdinand.
Television Alert:
The Tonight Show with Jay Leno hosts Scissor Sisters on Monday and Elton John on Tuesday; The Late Show with David Letterman features the mighty voice of Solomon Burke on Monday and Kathleen Edwards on Tuesday; Late Night with Conan O'Brien welcomes Ian Brown and Noel Gallagher this evening overnight, and The Futureheads on Thursday overnight; The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson adds things up with Sum 41 on Thursday overnight; and Jimmy Kimmel Live boasts Gavin Rossdale of Bush on Friday overnight and Duran Duran on Monday overnight.
New Releases Coming Tuesday, March 1:
... and like the winds, young grasshopper, are subject to change
American Hi-Fi - Hearts on Parade (Maverick)
Eric Anders - More Regrets (Baggage Room) featuring photography by Michael Wilson
Be Cool - original motion picture soundtrack (TVT) with Christina Milian, Black Eyed Peas, and classic tracks from James Brown, Earth Wind & Fire, and Sonny and Cher
Black 47 - Elvis Murphy's Green Suede Shoes (Gadfly) companion to the book by Larry Kirwan, featuring a bonus acoustic instrumental of the title track
Black Lipstick - Sincerely, Black Lipstick (Peek-a-Boo) riff-heavy sophomore release
David Bowie - David Live and Stage (EMI) expanded two-CD re-issues also available in DVD-Audio
Asa Brebner - Hot Air (Hi-N-Dry) new from the former Modern Lovers guitarist
Bucket Full of Teeth - Bucket Full of Teeth (Level Plane) new from former members of Orchid
Solomon Burke - Make Do with What You Got (Shout Factory!) all new sessions produced by Don Was, featuring covers of songs by Bob Dylan and Hank Williams
Charming Snakes - Ammunition (Dirtnap) from Seattle
Chimney Sweeps - Devil Girl (Norton) collection of rare Australian nuggets from 1966 and 1967, featuring a cover of the Rolling Stones' "Grown Up Wrong"
Coralie Clement - Bye Bye Beauté (Nettwerk) second album of 1960s' French pop with a modern twist
The Dexateens - Red Dust Rising (Estrus) pumped up roadhouse twang from Alabama
Mark Digman - Box Heart Man (Times Beach) terrific Irish singer-songwriter who has now found a home in Pittsburgh
Doves - Some Cities (Capitol)
Dub Syndicate - Pure Thrill Seekers (Shanachie)
Kathleen Edwards - Back to Me (Zoe/Rounder)
Elvis Costello - The Delivery Man (Lost Highway) deluxe edition with video and a bonus disc of "Clarksdale Sessions"
Figurine - The Heartfelt (March) re-issue from 2001, featuring Jimmy Tamborello of The Postal Service
Harmonic 33 - Music for Film, Television & Radio Vol. 1 (Warp)
The Hermit - Wonderment (Nettwerk)
Lily Holbrook - Everything Was Beautiful & Nothing Hurt (Back Porch) from street busking in Boston to this anticipated label debut, featuring a must-hear cover of Ozzy Osbourne's "Mama, I'm Coming Home"
Ivy - In the Clear (Nettwerk) featuring guest vocalist Scott McCloud of Girls Against Boys in duet with Dominique Durand on "Feel So Free"
Jack Johnson - In Between Dreams (Brushfire/Universal) with guest Ben Harper and a re-working of "Breakdown" from Handsome Boy Modeling School's recent White People set
Judas Priest - Angel of Retribution (Epic) all new from the classic original lineup, with a bonus DVD in the first pressing
Killswitch Engine - The End of Heartache (Roadrunner) deluxe edition expanded to two CDs in celebration of the group's current Taste of Chaos tour with The Used and My Chemical Romance
Le Concorde - Universe & Villa (What Are Records?) smart pop in the vein of Prefab Sprout and Aztec Camera
Jennifer Lopez - Rebirth (Epic) with guests Fat Joe, Fabolous, and Mark Anthony, the CD is also available in the DualDisc format
Mars Volta - Frances the Mute (Strummer/Universal)
Maximo Park - Apply Some Pressure (Warp) CD EP
Montag - Alone, Not Alone (Carpark) Antoine Bedard's Montreal collective with members of Stars, Sixtoo, and Broken Social Scene
Norma Jean - O God the Aftermath (Solid State)
Judith Owen - Lost & Found (Century of Progress) full-length CD from this magnificent vocalist, spinning her unique take on Deep Purple's "Smoke on the Water" and The Police's "Walking on the Moon," and featuring guests Richard Thompson, Keb' Mo, Tom Scott, and Cassandra Wilson
Reggie & the Full Effect - Songs Not to Get Married to (Vagrant)
Adam Richman - Patience & Science (Or Music/Epic)
Robots - original motion picture soundtrack (Virgin) with Gomez, War, Fatboy Slim, and a new song, "Tell Me What You Already Did," by Fountains of Wayne
George Thorogood - Then & Now (Sanctuary)
Transistor Transistor - In Name & Likeness (Level Plane) new CD or double-LP from former Orchid members Brad Wallace and James Moller
Trivium - Ascendancy (Roadrunner) second album of metal, Orlando style
Ben Watt - Outspoken (Buzzin' Fly/Astralwerks) new 12-inch and CD single from the co-founder of Everything but the Girl
various artists - Old School Soul Party (Shout Factory!) jaw-dropping three-CD set featuring Carl Carlton's "She's a Bad Mama Jama," The Gap Band's "You Dropped the Bomb on Me," and the Undisputed Truth's "Smiling Faces Sometimes"
