Back in 1999, Mike Milanesi, a co-worker and friend put together four discs of Christmas music. In my family, it didn’t take long for these to become our defacto favorite discs to listen to between Thanksgiving and the New Year’s Day. The four discs were separated into four distinct groups Religious, Secular, Instrumental and Bing’s […]
Free Download: Marah, New York is a Christmas Kind of Town
Perhaps the best holiday pop song released this year. This should resonate for anyone who’s been in the Big Apple for the Christmas season. For me, it brings up memories of my family and I in Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall this time of year. — T.O. Marah A Christmas Kind of Town […]
Tom’s Playlist for December 2005
This is perhaps my favorite playlist this year. I added two bonus tracks for the holidays. Songs with thumbnails indicate albums new to my playlists. Enjoy! Playlist also available on iTunes. These Tears, Reckless Kelly (from the album Wicked Twisted Road) Mustang, Mike McClure (from the album Camelot Falling) Former Great Divide front man rockin’ […]
Notable Releases November 29, 2005
The Samples Rehearsing for Life release date 11/29/2005 (Apache Records) Recorded during a time of turmoil in America; Hurricanes, War, job loss and general discontent, this CD speaks honestly, but with hope. — Source: The Samples
John Mayer Trio… Live Concert (Archived)
Don’t miss this opportunity to see the best of John Mayer’s new band. Listen to archived version of the 11/23/05 Bowery Ballroom performance. — Source: AOL Music Unfortunately, I can’t seem to find a stream of the full concert, but you can listen to it song by song (and of course experience the advertising overkill).
Free Download: JABE, Honest as Pure Gold
I was recently introduced to Boston-based JABE by someone who found our site through the iMixes we’ve posted on iTunes. Instantly, I’m a fan. Thanks, Ruby! Keep the recommendations coming. JABE Drama City original release date 2005 Download Honest as Pure Gold now for free. “Drama City” features a batch of intriguing – and […]
More Notable Releases November 22, 2005
John Mayer Trio Try! [LIVE] release date 11/22/2005 (Sony) A refreshing departure from John Mayer’s pop sound. Made up of Mayer, Steve Jordan and Pino Palladino the John Mayer Trio is rockin’ live with jazz and blues influences. Here’s to hoping Mayer sticks with this direction on his next studio album.
Free Download: Rob Dickinson, My Name is Love
Former Catherine Wheel frontman going it alone. A good tune. Reminiscient of CW’s mellow side. Rob Dickinson Fresh Wine For The Horses release date 09/13/2005 (Sanctuary Records) Download it now for free. Source: AOL Music
Notable Releases November 15, 2005
Featured: Honeybrowne, Something to Believe In (Compadre Records). Alt-Country/Rock band, Honeybrowne’s, first studio record in over three years.
Listen to Susan Tedeschi’s latest album, Hope and Desire
Full CD listening party courtesy of ARTISTdirect.com. Listen now. Hope and Desire Susan Tedeschi release date 10/11/2005 Verve Forecast (Source: ARTISTdirect.com)