Category: New Releases

Friday New Releases – December 16th

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Happy Friday.  This is the last Friday New Release update of the year.  The next two weeks might have some new releases but nothing on my radar.

This week’s list is very limited as well. The only one worth writing home about is the 40th Anniversary of Rush’s classic album 2112.  Outside of that I might listen to the Bon Jovi live album (won’t buy it) and I will always listen to anything Tony Bennett.  See if there is anything you are interested in hearing.

  • cover170x170-13  Rush – 2112 (40th Anniversary) – (Mercury Records):  Hard to believe it has been 40 years since this album came out. Amazing.  And I am getting old.  It will be great to go back and listen to this amazing classic.  If you have 20 minutes to kill, check out the video.

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Friday New Releases – December 9th

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As we are getting closer to Christmas, there are not a whole lot of releases I am interested in and this week is one of those weeks where I am not running out to get or listen to any of them.  Maybe there is something for you.  It will give me a chance to start working on the Best of 2016 Lists which will be coming soon.

  • cover170x170-3  Neil Young – Peace Trail – (Reprise Records)
  • 170x170bb-11  Sister Hazel – Unplugged from Daryl’s House Club – (Croakin’ Poet Records)
  • cover170x170-47  Tech N9ne – The Storm (Deluxe) – (Strange Music, Inc.)
  • 170x170bb-16  J. Cole – 4 Your Eyez Only – (Dreamville)
  • cover170x170-2  Post Malone – Stoney – (Republic Records)
  • 170x170bb-12  Nelson – This Christmas Too – (Stone Canyon Records)

Record Store Day – The Wild Feathers – ‘Live at the Ryman’

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On Black Friday, November 25th, it was Record Store Day.  A day to celebrate independently owned Record Stores.  Bands will release special edition or unique offerings to celebrate.  I was in the middle of traveling to Atlanta from Charlotte and was not able to hit my local record store to show my appreciation.

However, on Saturday I did visit a record store in Marietta, Ga because there was one album I was eager to obtain.  It was a special 2 LP release of The Wild Feathers ‘Live at the Ryman’.  There were only 3,000 copies made and I can say I am one of the very proud owners of one copy.

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New Releases

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For those of you that don’t know, I have a page that is dedicated to album new releases.  It gets updated every weekend and list out some of the more popular albums coming out or at least my favorite ones that are coming in the near future.  It always has the last 2 weeks and then goes out as far in the future as I know about.  Here is the list, but you can always check it out at this link…New Releases.  If you are on my home page, there is a link as well so save my home page to your favorites.

The New Release list is not all inclusive and dates are subject to change at any time.

November

  • Nov 25th
    • cover170x170-10  The Weeknd – Starboy – (The Weeknd XO)
    • cover170x170-66  Heart & The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Live at the Royal Albert Hall – (Heart General Partnership)
    • cover170x170-12  The Afghan Whigs – Black Love (20th Anniversary) – (Royal Cream LLC)
    • cover170x170-10  Icon For Hire – You Can’t Kill Us – (Icon for Hire)
    • cover170x170-14  Kylie Minogue – Kylie Christmas (Snow Queen Edition) – (Firewheel LLP)

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Friday New Releases – December 2nd

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As we get closer and closer to Christmas, there will be fewer worth while releases.  However, we aren’t there yet as the Rolling Stones are set to release their new album “Blue & Lonesome”.  This will be tops on my list for today. The others I will check out are highlighted in Blue.

  • cover170x170-32  The Rolling Stones – Blue & Lonesome – (Promotone B.V):  The Stones are going back to their roots and bringing us an old school Stones album and it sounds great from what I have heard so far.  Can’t wait for the rest.

  • cover170x170-40  Night Ranger – 35 Years and a Night in Chicago – (Frontiers Music Srl):  Wow!  35 years of Night Ranger.  I will celebrate by listening to their new live album.  I just picked up their first 3 on vinyl and still love them.

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Friday New Releases – November 25th

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I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving.  It is Black Friday and everyone will rush out shopping so you might as well pick up some new music.  There is not a whole lot out which makes sense as it is the day after a major Holiday.  The good thing is it will give me a chance to catch up on some prior releases.  The only two I will give a listen to this week are highlighted in Blue.

  • cover170x170-10  The Weeknd – Starboy – (The Weeknd XO):  His last release actually grew on me and I found it quite interesting.  Hopefully he can take it to the next level with this one and become a bonafide star.  I like his voice and think he has major potential.

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Friday New Releases – November 18th

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Wow!! Some huge releases today!  I can’t wait to get into some of these. I hope there is something for you as well.  Sixx:A.M., Metallica, Bruno and Miranda are doing it for me today.  Here is to some great listening pleasure.  My favorites are highlighted in Blue.

  • cover170x170-45  Sixx:A.M. – Prayers for the Blessed Vol. 2 – (Eleven Seven Music):  Volume 1 was released earlier this year and was OUTSTANDING!!!  I have extreme high hopes for this one as well and since they have never diappointed, I expect to be blown away…AGAIN!!  Could they end up with 2 albums in my Top 10 albums of the year…wait and see.

  • 51iCjOdvPoL._AC_US200_  Metallica – Hardwired…To Self-Destruct – (Blackened Recordings):  Metallica is back heavier and louder than ever.  I was a little disappointed in their last release so I am hoping they return with some of their old magic.    If the song, “Hardwired” is any indication, we might just see some more greatness.

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Bon Jovi – ‘This House Is Not For Sale’ – Album Review

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The song “God Bless This Mess” sums up the album. The album is a complete mess. The album has some good songs, but overall lacks heart and the great songwriting from years past. I really wanted to like this album and hoped they could make one last great album. That did not happen.

What is wrong with the album?  Where do I begin.

1. The album is so formulaic and a repeat of their last few albums. There is definitely nothing new.

2. The backing vocals are lacking. Richie Sambora’s vocals alongside Jon’s voice are sorely missed.

3.  There are no great power ballads and a lot of the songs lack any real emotion. At times it feels like they are phoning it in.  It is very disappointing.

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Friday New Releases – October 11th

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Happy Friday, it couldn’t get here quick enough.  There are a handful of releases this week. Nothing has me overly excited, but there are a few I will give a listen.  Those will be highlighted in Blue.

  • 51o1xhoeznl-_ac_us160_  Sting – 57th & 9th – (A&M):  I haven’t listened to much of his stuff lately, but figured with the limited releases this week I would give it a try.  No big expectations, so hopefully won’t be disappointed.

  • 61xdukofeil-_ac_us160_  Rik Emmett & RESolution 9 – RES9 – (Provogue):  The former Triumph singer is back.  I was so pumped when I heard he was putting out new material.  He even teams up with former bandmates…Cool!!  However, early comments don’t sound promising.  Doesn’t matter…he has earned enough cred for me to give it a spin.

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Dee Snider – ‘We Are The Ones’ – Album Review

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When I heard Dee Snider was finally releasing another solo album, I was actually excited.  I had recently become a fan of his and his former band Twisted Sister after watching their documentary “We Are Twisted F#@king Sister”.  I had heard of them, of course, and love all their hits; however, I garnered a whole new respect for the band and how much they busted their hump and earned every ounce of success they had.

My expectations for the album were relatively low due mainly to his solo release ‘Dee does Broadway’.  The Twisted Sister lead singer doing Broadway tunes?  I couldn’t wrap my head around that one.  So, imagine my delight when I hit play.  It was beyond anything I was expecting and it was full of surprises.  The album rocked out, but was much more radio friendly for most of the songs.  There was enough variety to keep your interest and not disappoint any fans.Damon Ranger was the producer and helped Dee craft a great all around album.

The album opened with the title song “We Are the Ones” which to no surprise was a rocker and exactly what I was hoping he would deliver.  The next song, “Over Again” which is another old school rocker.  The chorus is very catchy and you will catch yourself singing it Over and Over and Over Again (sorry…had to go there).

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