Originally released in 1982 and reissued on CD by Geffen Records in 2009 (UICY-91330), Wild Night is the fourth studio album by American funk and soul group One Way, featuring charismatic lead vocalist Al Hudson and singer Alicia Myers. Continuing the band's hot streak during the prime era of early-80s boogie, urban funk, and post-disco, Wild Night delivers a tight blend of heavy synth-basslines, infectious rhythm tracks, and velvety soul ballads. Highlights include the energetic title track Wild Night, the mid-tempo funk groove Making You An Offer, and the smooth soul tracks Back To Yesterday and Middle Of Our Lives. Wild Night remains an essential record for early-80s funk, soul, and boogie enthusiasts.

Released in 2009 by Cleopatra Records, Lysergic Legacy: The Very Best of the Fuzztones is a career-spanning 25-track retrospective from the undisputed pioneers of the 1980s garage rock revival. Led by the charismatic Rudi Protrudi, NYC's The Fuzztones spearheaded the resurgence of fuzz-drenched 1960s garage punk, Farfisa organ riffs, Vox guitars, and psychedelic swagger well before the genre regained mainstream cool. Lysergic Legacy brings together the band's most essential anthems, cult favorites, and blistering covers—including Strychnine, Cinderella, Bad News Travels Fast, 1-2-5, and She's Wicked. The collection is further elevated by guest appearances from first-wave garage rock legends Sky Saxon (The Seeds), Arthur Lee (Love), Sean Bonniwell (The Music Machine), and Mark Lindsay (Paul Revere & the Raiders). Delivering a tighter flow and relentless muscle, Lysergic Legacy stands as an definitive introduction and holy-grail anthology for garage rock revival and acid rock enthusiasts.

Released originally in 1970 and reissued in 2009 by Wounded Bird Records, Get Ready stands as a quintessential showcase of King Curtis's mastery of funky, soul-infused sax instrumental arrangements. Backed by world-class studio musicians—including Muscle Shoals legends David Hood, Roger Hawkins, Barry Beckett, and Eddie Hinton, alongside iconic guitarists Eric Clapton and Cornell Dupree—the album seamlessly bridges groove-heavy rhythm and blues with infectious jazz-funk sensibilities. Highlights include dynamic instrumental interpretations of hit pop and soul anthems of the era, such as The Temptations' title track, Simon & Garfunkel's Bridge Over Troubled Water, and The Beatles' Let It Be and Something. Across ten tightly structured tracks, Curtis’s soaring soprano, alto, and tenor saxophone tones remain front and center, defined by effortless grit, bluesy expressiveness, and rhythmic precision. Essential listening for fans of classic 1970s Memphis and Muscle Shoals soul, instrumental funk, and timeless saxophone virtuosity.

Released in 2009 by Fantastic Voyage, The First Three Albums compiles the complete early discography of early rock & roll titan Buddy Holly and his backing band, The Crickets. Across 36 tracks, this retrospective brings together the trio of essential albums released during Holly's lifetime and immediately following his tragic passing: The Chirping Crickets (1957), the self-titled Buddy Holly (1958), and That'll Be The Day (1958). Containing iconic singles such as "That'll Be The Day", "Peggy Sue", "Everyday", "Not Fade Away", "Rave On", and "Oh Boy!", this set showcases the groundbreaking songwriting, jangly guitar arrangements, and hiccuping vocals that laid the foundation for 1960s pop and rock music.

Mal De Terre is a sprawling and ambitious neo-progressive rock studio album released in 2009 on the renowned French label Musea Records by the French progressive rock quintet Abacab. Spanning thirteen intricate tracks across nearly eighty minutes of music, the album presents a captivating blend of classic 1970s progressive rock traditions, modern neo-prog dynamics, atmospheric synth textures, and expressive French-language vocals. Driven by dual-guitar arrangements from Thomas Boulant and Arnaud Catouillard alongside lush keyboard layers from Guillaume Wilmot and a tight rhythm section formed by bassist Alexy Wilmot and drummer Yohan Lampis, the recording balances melodic accessibility with complex compositions. Highlighting standouts such as Ne Joue pas avec le Feu, Les trois couleurs, Les pantins, and the expansive eleven-minute epic La source, the album builds a compelling sonic journey rich in theatricality and symphonic sweep. Captured with high fidelity and organic warmth, this release is an essential gem for enthusiasts of French progressive rock, Marillion, Ange, and classic neo-prog.

Piper On The Roof is a hypnotic and highly innovative folk-jazz album released in 2009 on the Norwegian label Heilo by bagpiper, woodwind player, and composer Elisabeth Vatn. Spanning nine evocative tracks and nearly forty-two minutes of music, the album presents an extraordinary synthesis of traditional Nordic folk melodies, contemporary jazz improvisation, and world music textures centered around various traditional bagpipes and reed instruments. Vatn weaves a rich sonic tapestry that bridges Scandinavian traditions with modern jazz, featuring standout compositions like Fanfare, Visa från Utanmyra/Dusse oktii, Reed Poetics, and Pipes of Peace, a heartfelt tribute to jazz bagpipe pioneer Rufus Harley Jr. Delivered with exceptional musicianship and deep atmospheric warmth, the recording captures the rare and expressive sound of bagpipes in an adventurous contemporary setting. Digitally recorded with pristine audiophile clarity, this release is an essential gem for enthusiasts of Nordic folk fusion, ethno-jazz, and modern instrumental music.

Released in 2009 under the acclaimed Biscoito Fino label, Balaio de Amor stands as a quintessential celebration of northeastern Brazilian rhythmic traditions blended seamlessly with vibrant MPB sensibilities. Renowned singer Elba Ramalho delivers a masterful performance across fourteen finely crafted tracks, bringing energetic passion, romantic depth, and soulful vocal execution to every piece. Rooted heavily in the warm, infectious cadence of traditional baião, xote, and forró genres, the album serves as a rich canvas illustrating themes of longing, romantic connection, joy, and regional pride. Throughout the collection, tracks like Fuxico and Um Baião Chamado Saudade highlight her signature dynamism, combining rhythmic accordion textures, warm acoustic guitar arrangements, and driving percussion that immediately capture the distinct spirit of Brazil's cultural heritage. Supported by immaculate studio production and lush acoustic arrangements, Ramalho's distinct vocal presence ties the collection together seamlessly, creating an engaging, uplifting, and timeless musical journey. Balaio de Amor not only earned critical acclaim including a Latin Grammy for Best Brazilian Roots/Regional Native Album, but also reinforced Elba Ramalho's status as one of the most prominent, passionate, and enduring figures in modern Brazilian popular music history.

Complete Studio Albums & Curiosa is a comprehensive 12-CD box set released in 2009 by Universal Music (271 686-7), honoring legendary Dutch singer-songwriter Boudewijn de Groot. The collection encompasses his complete studio discography spanning over four decades—from his self-titled 1965 debut and '60s psychedelic masterpieces like Picknick and Voor De Overlevenden to seminal '70s albums and acclaimed later works like Lage Landen. Disc 12, Curiosa, is an exclusive compilation featuring rare alternate versions, unreleased gems, and live duets with Jan Rot, Fay Lovsky, Liesbeth List, and the Metropole Orkest.

NL Jazz - De beste Nederlandse Jazz van NU is a monumental 10-CD box set released in 2009 by Challenge Records (CR75438). Showcasing the extraordinary depth and diversity of the modern Dutch jazz scene, the collection compiles ten complete, acclaimed albums released between 2001 and 2007. Spanning smooth contemporary trumpet cuts by Eric Vloeimans, electro-jazz fusion by State of Monc and Monsieur Dubois, avant-garde improvisations by ICP Orchestra and Bik Bent Braam, classic hard bop by Piet Noordijk, and high-energy big band grooves from Benjamin Herman and New Cool Collective, this release is an essential retrospective of modern Dutch jazz.

El Canto Del Angel is a captivating studio album released in 2009 on the Chilean label Mylodon Records by the progressive rock ensemble La Banda Del Gnomo. Spanning ten tracks across nearly thirty-seven minutes, the album presents an inventive blend of South American progressive rock, melodic rock structures, folk nuances, and subtle Latin fusion elements. Anchored by the expressive lead vocals of Catalina Telias and rich multi-instrumental arrangements, the music relies on dual electric guitar work, lush keyboards, and flute textures by Pablo Del Real. Highlighting compelling compositions like the title track El Canto del Angel, Lugar en ninguna Parte, and Salsa del Sur, the project showcases dynamic songwriting alongside guest appearances by notable musicians such as Pancho Puelma. Recorded with clarity and warmth, this release stands as an intriguing gem for fans of Latin American progressive rock, symphonic rock, and melodic Latin rock.