“Fun For The Whole Family” by Datafreq is a compact yet stylistically rich electro and synth-pop release rooted in retro-futuristic aesthetics and minimal electronic production. The album draws heavily on early 1980s electronic influences, combining crisp drum machine patterns, analog-style synth textures, and playful melodic hooks. Across its concise runtime, the record alternates between upbeat, arcade-inspired rhythms and more restrained, atmospheric passages, maintaining a consistent conceptual identity centered around digital nostalgia and synthetic sound design. The production emphasizes clarity and repetition, characteristic of minimal electronic music, while still incorporating a sense of humor and irony in its thematic choices. The included video for “Arcade Junkie” reinforces the album’s retro gaming and cyber-pop visual concept, extending its aesthetic beyond audio into multimedia presentation. Overall, the album stands as a cohesive exploration of nostalgic electronic culture filtered through modern minimal production techniques.

Chromeo presents Un Joli Mix Pour Toi is a vibrant and stylish compilation curated by Chromeo, blending classic disco, boogie, funk, and synth-pop influences into a cohesive and energetic mix. The selection highlights the golden era of groove-driven electronic music, featuring both iconic hits and lesser-known gems that defined dance culture from the late 70s through the 80s and early 2000s reinterpretations. Each track is carefully selected to maintain a consistent rhythmic flow, emphasizing bass-driven funk lines, shimmering synth textures, and catchy vocal hooks. The mix captures a playful yet sophisticated party atmosphere, reflecting Chromeo’s signature aesthetic of modern retro revival. It works as both a nostalgic journey through funk history and a timeless dancefloor experience, making it suitable for both casual listening and energetic environments. The overall production maintains a smooth DJ-style continuity that enhances its replay value.

Three CD set. NOW Music is proud to present 58 more essential singles from the incredible year in Pop that was 1990, 'NOW - Yearbook Extra 1990'. Opening with a defining anthem 'Freedom! '90' from George Michael, Disc One features a blend of Pop gems and soulful ballads. Includes tracks by The B-52's, Duran Duran, Belinda Carlisle, Jane Child, Deacon Blue, Tears For Fears, Robert Palmer feat. UB40, Roxette, Eurythmics, Oleta Adams, Tina Turner, Gloria Estefan, Paul Young, Elton John, David A. Stewart and Candy Dulfer, Aztec Camera, The Cure, The Farm, The Soup Dragons, The Beloved, Primal Scream, Soul II Soul, Snap!, LL Cool J, MC Hammer, Poison, Billy Idol, Cher, the Pretenders, Jason Donovan, Craig McLachlan, Bros, New Kids On The Block, Paula Abdul, Technotronic, Big Fun, and many others.

NOW Music is proud to present the next instalment in our ongoing ‘Yearbook’ series – and the second to celebrate the ‘90s, NOW – Yearbook 1990; 79 tracks from a fantastic year in Pop!

Sting has shared the Desert Rose Reimagined EP, featuring three brand new remixes and extended mixes of his crossover single Desert Rose. The singer-songwriter crafted the 2000 track alongside Algerian songwriter Cheb Raba – a.k.a. Rabah Zarradine – and it notably revolves around an iconic and instantly recognisable vocal from Algerian Raï artist Cheb Mami. The original Desert Rose appeared on Sting’s Brand New Day and united Arabic, Algerian folk, and Western vibes, gaining traction internationally. It reached the Top 50 of the Billboard Hot 100 and claimed spots in the Top 10 of charts worldwide. Among the Desert Rose Reimagined EP highlights is a newly reimagined version by Middle Eastern-American duo Bedouin – Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe. Channeling the cinematic spirit of the original, they seamlessly stretch the song’s soundscape with deep house rhythms, down-tempo grooves, and international appeal. The pair accent the track’s instantly recognisable North African stylings with Middle Eastern flair, bringing fresh fire to it.

“Melange Bleu” by Lars Danielsson is a sophisticated and atmospheric album that seamlessly blends contemporary jazz with electronic textures and orchestral elements, resulting in a refined example of future jazz. Danielsson, known for his versatility across multiple instruments, crafts a richly layered sonic landscape that moves fluidly between acoustic intimacy and ambient sound design. The album features an impressive lineup of collaborators, including prominent figures from the European jazz and electronic scenes, contributing to its expansive and cinematic character. From delicate piano passages to deep rhythmic grooves and lush string arrangements, each composition unfolds with careful attention to detail and mood. The extended piece “Judas Bolero” serves as a centerpiece, showcasing the album’s ability to develop themes gradually and dynamically. “Melange Bleu” stands as a compelling fusion of tradition and innovation, appealing to listeners who appreciate modern jazz enriched with electronic and atmospheric influences.

2012 four CD anthology, a complete collection of this important and influential artist's solo recordings for Virgin Records. Comprising of five complete albums, plus a number of bonus tracks available on CD for the first time. The highly prolific Tangerine Dream, led by Edgar Froese for over 40 years, signed to Virgin Records in 1974, with Froese developing a concurrent solo career. Debut solo album Aqua (1974) recorded in Berlin appears here augmented with the alternative version of 'NGC 891' from his 1981 compilation album Solo 1974-1979. Epsilon in Malaysian Pale (1975) also includes the alternative version of the title track. Ages (1978) recorded in Autumn 1977 at Amber Studios in Berlin. The album is complemented with two bonus tracks including the remix versions of 'Pizarro And Atahuallpa' and 'Tropic of Capricorn'. Stuntman, Froese's fifth studio album, was issued in 1979. This four disc release is completed with "Pinnacles" opus, recorded in 1983.

First recognized as the dance duo behind the club hits "Stakker" (as Humanoid) and "Papua New Guinea," Future Sound of London later became one of the most acclaimed and respected international experimental ambient groups, incorporating elements of techno, classical, jazz, hip-hop, electro, industrial, and dub into expansive, sample-heavy tracks, often exquisitely produced and usually without easy precursor. Notoriously enigmatic and often disdainful of the press, the group's Garry Cobain and Brian Dougans worked their future-is-now aesthetic into a variety of different fields, including film and video, 2- and 3-D computer graphics and animation, the Internet, radio broadcast, and, of course, recorded music…

The sound of De Phazz is unique. The German based outfit combines the bouncing sounds and vocal stylistics of jazz, with the electro beats and twings of the modern groove and house scenes. The unique sound of De Phazz is mainly due to this perfect marriage of these two smooth genres. By employing the sounds of classic percussion and jazz instruments such as the trumpet and sax, De Phazz successfully create smooth electro-groove music with an unmissable swinging jazz theme. If your a fan of contemporary jazz, and dig the beats of groove, dub and house genres, De Phazz is a unique sound that you must check out. This CD is a collection of the best De Phazz tracks from their first three albums.

Twin Peaks (Music From the Limited Event Series) and Twin Peaks (Limited Event Series Original Soundtrack) will both be released September 8 via Rhino. The soundtracks feature music from original “Twin Peaks” composer Angelo Badalamenti, as well as Chromatics.

Most people would preserve memories of a trip to Australia via photographs, slides or even a video. Well Robert Fox goes one stage further with this CD which derives its inspiration from the aforementioned visit made during the summer of 1991. Robert describes it as "…very much a Westerner's musical interpretation of the visit…but in no way an attempt to emulate Aboriginal music or, indeed, their culture". 'Spirit of Oz' opens in typically grandiose fashion, percussive Aboriginal samples forming the backdrop to a deceptively strong melody which makes good use of light and shade. 'Sydney Harbour' adopts a lighter stance with a simple motif played over all manner of superb atmospherics. 'Into the Mountains' picks up the pace expertly being a perfect combination of sequence, percussion and melody punctuated by samples of train station announcements which trace the journey it portrays…

Soundtrack from Twin Peaks (also known as Music from Twin Peaks) is a soundtrack album by the American composer Angelo Badalamenti. It was released on September 11, 1990 on Warner Bros. Records and is the official soundtrack to the television series Twin Peaks (1990–91). The series' co-creator David Lynch produced the album alongside Badalamenti and wrote lyrics for several tracks, including the series theme song "Falling". Upon its release, Soundtrack from Twin Peaks placed in several international charts—including the top 10 in Norway, Sweden, Australia and the Netherlands—and "Twin Peaks Theme" received the award for Best Pop Instrumental Performance at 33rd Annual Grammy Awards.

Ever the iconoclast, if there is one thing that Brian Eno has done with any degree of consistency throughout his varied career, it is presenting his art in an array of perpetually "out of the box" forums. All that changed – in a manner of speaking – with the release of two companion multi-disc compilations. Eno Box I: Instrumentals (1994) condenses his wordless creations, while Eno Box II: Vocals (1993) does the same for the rest of his major works on a similarly sized volume. Interestingly – and in his typically contrary fashion – this initial installment was actually issued last. Each of Eno Box I: Instrumentals' three CDs respectively concentrates on a specific facet of the artist's copious back catalog.