Emmylou at the Hoe-Down

I don't know why I titled this post what you see above, I just thought it was funny. In no way do I believe Emmylou is a hick, nor do I condone any racist activity (not that square dancing is racist, that I know of).

Here's what Emmylou's up to these days! Yee-haw!

12-time Grammy Award-winner Emmylou Harris retraces the back roads of her remarkable musical journey that spans more than three decades with a highly personalized, far-reaching boxed set spotlighting her favorite tracks and difficult-to-find or previously unreleased gems. Rhino lets one of the most instantly recognizable voices of any genre call the tunes for this four-CD and one-DVD collection of career favorites, difficult-to-find material and live performances from her days with Gram Parsons and, later, the Hot Band to her bluegrass material and her fascinating concept album to her more recent solo albums and her most recent work Mark Knopfler. Songbird: Rare Tracks And Forgotten Gems will be available at all physical retail outlets and at www.rhino.com for a suggested list price of $74.98.

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Ayo Makes A Joyful Noise

I got this email in my inbox the other day, and while I'd generally guffaw and tear it apart, but something in her slightly-accented voice stirred me. Perhaps I've been missing Lauryn Hill too much lately, or I'm feeling the island vibe as the weather turns colder(even though Ayo's not from the islands, as you might expect). Regardless of the reason, I liked it, and would like to share it with you.

Here's some more info:

Interscope will release Ayo’s debut offering, Joyful, on November 20th.

Ayo is a supremely talented artist. She broke through in Europe last summer with the hit single “Down On My Knees”, followed by her Platinum album Joyful, produced by Jay Newland (Norah Jones). She has since rapidly conquered such diverse markets as France, Italy, Germany, Poland, Argentina, Korea and Australia.

Ayo was born of a Nigerian father and a Romanian Gypsy mother. She was discovered in New York and was signed worldwide by Polydor France (Universal/Interscope in the U.S).

Ayo is being compared to everyone from Sade to Stevie Wonder, to Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Joan Armatrading and even Otis Redding, but Ayo is Ayo. Her songs are very ‘personal’ and her audience hits all age categories evenly, from very young to mature.

"Down On My Knees"

"Help Is Coming"

Ayo Official Website

Ayo Myspace Page

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Chicago Reaches Middle Age

As if we didn't need another sign that the apocalypse is upon us, Chicago comes out with yet ANOTHER greatest hits package. Yeah, I had that back in 4th grade, it was called Chicago 17. Haaaaaaaaard habit to breaaaaak!

In 40 years, Chicago has done it all -- five consecutive #1 albums, 13 platinum albums, 21 Top 10 singles, a Grammy and a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame. Five years after it began restoring the band's extensive catalogue, Rhino Records salutes one of America's best-selling and longest-running bands with a newly compiled, two-CD set that encompasses the group's entire recording history. The Best Of Chicago: 40th Anniversary Edition will be available for a limited time from Rhino Records at all regular retail outlets October 2nd.

Disc 1
1. "Questions 67 And 68"
2. "25 Or 6 To 4"
3. "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?"
4. "Make Me Smile"
5. "Beginnings"
6. "Colour My World"
7. "Saturday In The Park"
8. "Feelin' Stronger Every Day"
9. "Just You 'N' Me"
10. "Whishing You Were Here"
11. "Old Days"
12. "Another Rainy Day In New York City"
13. "If You Leave Me Now"
Disc 2
1. "Baby, What A Big Surprise"
2. "No Tell Lover"
3. "Hard To Say I'm Sorry"
4. "Love Me Tomorrow"
5. "Hard Habit To Break"
6. "You're The Inspiration"
7. "Will You Still Love Me?"
8. "If She Would Have Been Faithful..."
9. "I Don't Wanna Live Without Your Love"
10. "Look Away"
11. "What Kind Of Man Would I Be?"
12. "You're Not Alone"
13. "Here In My Heart"
14. "Feel" (with Horns)
15. "Love Will Come Back"


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KISSology: Volume Two 1978-1991

Released on August 14th, KISSology: Volume Two 1978-1991 is an expanded 3 disc set boasting nearly 7 hours of rare or never-before-seen footage featuring notorious television interviews and early KISS music videos.

Now 5x platinum, “KISSology: Volume One” is a proven MUST OWN hit that chronicles the beginning of a band that has lasted over 30 years. Fans can pick up where Volume One left off when “KISSology: Volume Two” hits shelves.
"The sales numbers for 'KISSology: Volume One' confirm just how big and powerful the KISS fan base is," said Paul DeGooyer, Senior Vice President, DVD/Audio/Electronic Games, MTV Music Networks and Logo. "Working with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and the entire KISS organization on this historic project was a phenomenal way to kick off the VH1 Classic Records imprint. We can't wait to deliver Volume Two to the fans."
Volume Two follows KISS from the height of mid 70’s KISSteria through the departure of Peter and Ace, the KISS unmasking and the Eric Carr years. Additionally, this DVD set will include the previously never before seen European theatrical version of the 1978 cult classic KISS film - "KISS IN ATTACK OF THE PHANTOMS" - complete with scenes not seen in the U.S. version!

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