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The Plimsouls – “One Night In America” Nice live album from many years ago.
Common Factor – “Dreams Of Elsewhere”
Nine Inch Nails – “The Slip” This is the giveaway album off the website. Some of the strongest stuff he’s put out in years.
The Tragically Hip – “Up To Here” Their first record. They are the REM of Canada.
The Cinematic Orchestra – “Every Day” Mostly instrumental, but some fine vocals by Fontella Bass.

Then, when I was home, I was able to pick up my Global Rhythm Magazines for the past four months. Another fine collection of sounds from around the globe. They have also started to get more organized with their discs. After the May issue, the folks on the CD actually reflect the issue of the magazine (which almost never happened before). So you have the June issue that focuses on the 60th anniversary of Israel and offers artists such as the Idan Raichel Project and July was all reggae, led by Michael Franti and Adrian Sherwood.

Now, I also look around for the magazine (usually British) with a CD attached (I’m sure you do, too). But it’s a mixed bag. For example, the mag Mojo does some of the best free CDs, wonderfully balanced and filled with great cuts – old and new. Similarly Uncut also does well, though sometimes their themes are a bit strained. On the other hand , The Word CDs really only work if you’ll listen to anything that can be labeled “adult contemporary” (I can’t) and – for electronic music – MixMag can be hit or miss depending on who the guest DJ is.

But if you’re jonesing for new music – you have options. (You’re welcome)

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