An uplifting, enlightening, and soothing peek into the '80s and rock workhorse singer/songwriter Phil Collins. This drummer/vocalist from mega-group Genesis brings out all of the magic from bag for this daring, sizzling record, scoring four smash hits with the passionate, emotionally resonant "Take Me Home"; the red-hot "Sussudio"; the fervent "Don't Lose My Number"; and the dreamy "One More Night." The positive thing about 12"ers is that this is a perfect fit for a dance record, meaning all the material is made up of mixes with brilliant flashes of layered creativity. Throughout the record one hears his trademark percussive statements and dramatic keyboard soundscapes. Perhaps the main thing that jumps out is Collins' endearing vocals, which contain a remarkable range, purity, and sincerity - on both the danceable and the relaxing melodies…

It’s already been twenty years since the art rock formation RPWL from Freising in Bavaria set out to release their most successful and - in the opinion of many critics - their best album to date: World Through My Eyes from 2005. Not a concept album in the true sense of the word, but full of philosophical questions and wonderful approaches to life and various worldviews. Many songs on this album have become classics of the band, especially ‘Roses’, which performed terrific in the studio version by Ray Wilson as a guest singer.

Nicola Vicentino was renowned in his day as a music theorist and inventor of the microtonal archicembalo keyboard instrument, but it is the striking harmonic sophistication of the madrigals that keep his name alive today. These world premiere recordings of madrigals from the Fifth Book of 1572 are interspersed with instrumental pieces that explore comparable chromatic universes, including Giovanni Maria Trabaci’s remarkable Toccata e recercar cromatico, and the first instrumental canzona ever published: Canzon la Bella.

At the risk of repeating myself, if you’re going to cover someone else’s song, then you need to bring something new to the table. Those who opt for faithful renditions of beloved songs are either deluded into thinking that they can improve on something already iconic, or they are merely riding the original artist’s coattails. Neither is a good look!

Live at The Warfield: February 28th, 1991 presents the opening night of a 3-show run at the JGB's beloved “home” in the Bay Area. The setlist is dotted with fan favourites, including the bubbly show opening “The Way You Do The Things You Do,” a rollicking “You Never Can Tell,” the gospel infused “My Sisters and Brothers” and the always vibrant “Deal."

The album features 4 additional tracks (of which one was recorded live with the Plovdiv Philharmonic Orchestra and the other three without).
Katatonia have achieved legendary status in the realm of Swedish metal, with an evolution not dissimilar to English counterparts Anathema and Paradise Lost. One element that has remained intact throughout their various transformations is their masterful use of atmosphere, even if the compositional component has been largely streamlined by now. "The Fall of Hearts" is thankfully a largely adventurous offering, moreso than anything the band has recorded in many years. This latest by the morose quintet features plenty of surprising songwriting choices, including some of the their most bold musical explorations in quite some time…

Recording on our partner label CAvi Music, violinist Antje Weithaas and the Camerata Bern announce their upcoming album, on which they perform Dvořák’s Violin Concerto in A Minor and his Serenade for Strings. On the one hand, Dvořák’s violin concerto is a large-scale symphonic tapestry for soloist and orchestra; in contrast, his Serenade has a strong chamber music feel to it. Written in 1875 and premiered in 1876, the Serenade is among Dvořák’s most popular works. On the perhaps less well-known violin concerto from 1879 Antje Weithaas comments: “It’s a gorgeous piece, but difficult to play. Tricky passages await the soloist right at the beginning. No violinist feels at ease when going onstage to play this concerto! But the musical content is magnificent, and we should all do justice to this work by rising to the challenge.”

'Love Is Like' is the highly anticipated eighth studio album from Maroon 5. Featuring the percussive, jazz-chord daydream hit 'Priceless' (feat. LISA), and the sax-laced, slap-bass funk-pop single 'All Night', Maroon 5 has expanded their instantly recognisable sound with a hooky and dynamic sonically ambitious album.

Two of Us is the second studio album by American singer Robert Goulet, released in August 1962 by Columbia Records. It was produced by Jim Foglesong. The album debuted on the Billboard Top LPs chart in the issue dated September 1, 1962, and remained on the chart for 55 weeks, peaking at number 20. It debuted on the Cashbox albums chart in the issue dated August 25, 1962, and remained on the chart for a total of 38 weeks, peaking at number 17.

For over two decades, the Gabriel Alegría Afro-Peruvian Sextet has forged a distinctive path through the world of jazz—fusing the deep-rooted traditions of Afro-Peruvian music with the improvisational language of modern jazz. Now, the Lima/New York based ensemble returns with a landmark album that not only celebrates the group’s 20th anniversary but reaffirms their role as musical storytellers, culture bearers, and fearless innovators.

The Church Studio In Session series is an exclusive and immersive recording and listening experience where guests are provided with individual headphones delivering a personalized mix of vocals and multi-track instrumentation. Acclaimed composer, guitarist, and sonic visionary Chris Combs kicked off this series, bringing together a handpicked ensemble of dynamic players for the session, including Hank Early of Turnpike Troubadours, Dan Oestreicher of Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, along with Tulsa singers/MCs, Tea Rush, and 1st Verse. The sound is urgent and expansive, capturing the raw energy, experimentation, and creative alchemy of live collaboration. The genre-defying journey blends jazz, soul, and ambient textures, while delivering a deep, groove-heavy soundscape for the listener.