Celebrating Music’s Social Power, and Paul Young’s Career
A new box set explores the social power of music, plus a career-spanning anthology from British blue-eyed soul singer Paul Young.
Take Another Look at Ritchie Valens
Two anthologies suggest what might have been for early rocker Ritchie Valens. Plus, CDs from Megg Farrell, Duke Robillard, and Jimmy Vaughan.
A Rolling Stones Anthology—with a Bonus
A new anthology collects much of the Rolling Stones’ best work since 1971. Plus, albums by Harpdog Brown, Vegas Strip Kings, Johnny Shines, Culture, and Chad Richard.
A Priceless Glimpse of Very Early Dylan
A three-CD set collects some of Bob Dylan earliest performances and interviews. Plus, music from Girls on Grass and Nils Lofgren and a film of a Woody Guthrie tribute concert.
It’s Time Again to Play Van Morrison’s ‘Healing Game’
A 1997 Van Morrison album reappears in an expanded three-CD edition. Plus, new albums from the Honey Dewdrops and Tylor & the Train Robbers, and a 1968 concert set from the Bee Gees.
Praiseworthy Girl Groups You’ve Never Heard
An anthology uncovers obscure gems from the girl-group genre. Plus, CDs from Good Old Boys, the Cleverlys, Mitch Woods, and Mary Lane.
