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New Music Tuesday: 3-24-09

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Trish Bendix

It's another great week in record releases. One that I want to highlight is Stevie Nicks' newest, Stevie Nicks: The Soundstage Sessions.

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The Fleetwood Mac frontwoman redoes some old hits such as "Sara" and "Landslide," but what she really shines on is her rendition of the Dave Matthews Band's "Crash." Leave it to Ms. Nicks to make that song listenable.

Also out this week:

Keri Hilson — In A Perfect World... (Interscope Records)
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The latest R&B singer to take on the charts with songs not only her own but lent to other artists, Keri Hilson has managed to make the jump from successful songwriter to pop star. Tracks like "Energy" and "Turning Me On" make this album a must-own for fans of the Top 40.

Indigo Girls — Poseidon and the Bitter Bug (IG Recordings)

Two discs of new Indigo Girls songs include 10 tracks split in half — five tracks written by Emily Saliers and the other five from Amy Ray. One disc contains fully orchestrated versions, and the other is acoustic. Consider it a gift from them to you.

Donna De Lory — Sanctuary (Nettwerk Records)
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A prolific singer/songwriter with a genetic disposition to great music (her dad is musician/record producer/arranger Al De Lory (Pet Sounds), De Lory's latest is a chill, meditative album with spiritual elements. It's ambient music for those who appreciate artists like Frou Frou and Zero 7.

The Decemberists — Hazards of Love (Capitol Records)
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The eccentric, Portland-based rock group has a concept album about "a woman named Margaret, her shape-shifting forest-dwelling lover William and various obstacles an evil queen, a murderous rake between them and bliss." Lavender Diamond's Becky Stark sings Margaret's parts on the album. It's intriguing and definitely worth a spin.

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    • Submitted by
    Trish Bendix
    on March 24, 2009 - 2:00pm.
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    Melissa Hsu's picture

    B/c I <3 Swedish tunes

    Submitted by
    Melissa Hsu (not verified)
    on March 24, 2009 - 3:09pm.

    Love Is All has a new European release album and tour dates out this week, too.

    http://loveisallright.blogspot.com/2009/03/europe-release-and-tour.html

    They're definitely worth a listen. Their lead singer reminds me of Kathleen Hanna.

     

    Rae's picture

    The Decemberists!

    Submitted by
    Rae (63 posts)
    on March 24, 2009 - 3:16pm.
    I love them!!! "July, July!" is one of my all time favs. 
    theJadedRogue's picture

    I'm sorry....

    Submitted by
    theJadedRogue (37 posts)
    on March 24, 2009 - 3:34pm.

    I'm sorry, but I hate the Indigo Girls --I have yet to hear one song of theirs that I am even tempted to like.  I love Stevie - Keri Hilson seems to have a good hook, I might download a song or three before buying it though.  Donna De Lory might well be worth a spin too...

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    Vix's picture

    Don't forget - Donna De

    Submitted by
    Vix (44 posts)
    on March 24, 2009 - 3:35pm.
    Don't forget - Donna De Lory's biggest credit is being one of Madonna's former back-up singers!
    Hanna Iris's picture

    Thanks for letting us know

    Submitted by
    Hanna Iris (45 posts)
    on March 24, 2009 - 3:53pm.

    Thanks for letting us know about Donna!

    I wonder if she'll join the tour (Sticky & Sweet round 2) now that her album is out? Or maybe she wants to spend time with her baby and promo the album in States instead of Europe? Would be great to have her back with M :)

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    Stevie!

    Submitted by
    Megan (26 posts)
    on March 24, 2009 - 5:29pm.

    Afterellen + Stevie mention = LOVES it.

    I was there for the Soundstage recording in Chicago - she did a fantastic job. She really put a lot into it. It's definitely worth the listen. 

    Viva's picture

    In a Perfect World

    Submitted by
    Viva (2376 posts)
    on March 24, 2009 - 11:24pm.

    Go get it! and treat your ears to something new. Directed to the people above, and the "I'm too sophisticated for urban music" crowd on here. 

    miss chatelaine's picture

    I saw the Indigo Girls in concert

    Submitted by
    miss chatelaine (467 posts)
    on March 25, 2009 - 12:12am.

    last week, and they were breath-taking. Each song they sang, the 2000-strong crowd was so silent you could hear people breathing. I saw them up close in an interview as well, and they're two of the most beautiful, confidently quiet women I've ever seen.

    And seriously, does all good American indie music come out of Portland? That must be some kind of music heaven. I'll get me there some day!

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    a gift

    Submitted by
    Kay (55 posts)
    on March 25, 2009 - 2:21am.

    --"Consider it a gift from them to you."--

     It's always a gift just to hear the great harmonies of Amy & Emily. Love the new IG albums, I've just finished listening the first time through.  Now I need to track down Stevie's new one. 

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    stevie nicks and the decemberists!!

    Submitted by
    alex (471 posts)
    on March 25, 2009 - 2:11pm.
    hazards is awesome, and stevie nicks can do no wrong! cant wait for her album. also, looking forward to the new IG - they're always consistently consistent (in the best way).

    also, trish: check out la roux, little boots and v.v. brown. Oh, and the saturdays! i guarantee you wont be disappointed.

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    rmontoya's picture

    new albums

    Submitted by
    rmontoya (1 post)
    on March 26, 2009 - 3:05pm.

    just saw fleetwood mac in concert--they were great!! so, i look forward to stevie's re-issues.

    also,just saw this indigo girls interview: http://advocate.com/exclusive_detail_ektid76254.asp

     

     

     

     


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