Erik Seidel - Music Reviews


2 Pac
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
"All Eyez On Me," "Loyal To The Game," "Me Against The World," "Resurrection."
50 cent
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
Made a name for himself selling his mixtapes and now is the one of the most successful hardcore rappers. Hard to deny his raw talent."Get Rich Or Die Trying."
8 Bold Souls
Music Genre:
Jazz
Experimental Jazz band led by saxophonist Edward Wilkerson. "Last Option."
10,000 Maniacs
Music Genre:
Alternative, Alternative Pop
Natalie Merchant has a great spirit to her and when these guys got it going, they made some very engaging music. "In My Tribe," "Our Time in Eden."
Armatrading, Joan
Music Genre:
Folk, Folk Pop, Singer/Songwriter
Folk-Pop performer. Her self-titled album is my favorite in her catalog, but she's written some really good songs over the years. "Armatrading Greatest Hits," "Lovers Speak."
Architecture in Helsinki
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
These guys remind me a bit of Arcade Fire. They are a large group that plays many unusual instruments and they are experimenters. I love both of their albums. "Fingers Crossed," "In Case We Die."
Arcade Fire, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
"Funeral." My favorite album of '04."
Apple, Fiona
Music Genre:
Alternative, Singer/Songwriter
Her rabidly devoted fans waited a long time to hear this one in its current form. She's at the top of her game. "Extraordinary Machine."
Allen, Lily
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, Pop, New
"Allright Still."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Austin City Limits
Music Genre:
Blues
"The Best Of Austin City Limits."
Arthur, Joseph
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Singer/Songwriter, New
Original singer/songwriter who has recorded one terrific album after another. My favorite is still "Come to Where I'm From," but all his work is excellent. "Big City Secrets," "Come To Where I'm From," "Live," "NY 4/20/05," "Our Shadows Will Remain," "Redemption's Son," "Seattle", "And the thieves are gone."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Apostle of Hustle
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
So much good music coming out of Canada these days. This is a terrific disc with an original sound. They experiment with different sounds and instruments. This album can hold its own with just about anything released over the last couple of years. "Folkloric Feel."
Adams, Ryan
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Punk, Rhythm & Blues, New
"29," "Demolition," "Gold," "Love Is Hell Pt 1 and 2," "Rock N Roll", "Easy Tiger."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Antony and the Johnsons
Music Genre:
Alternative
"I am a Bird Now" was the winner of the Mercury Award of 2005. A stunning disc, Antony sounds like the long lost love child of Nina Simone and Boy George with some Little Jimmy Smith thrown in. "I am a Bird Now."
Afgan Whigs
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
A rocking band that has somehow escaped wide notice. "1965," "Congregation," "Gentlemen," "Historectomy."
Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughn
Music Genre:
Blues
"In Session (Live)."
Artic Monkeys
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, New
"Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not.", "Favourite Worst Nightmare."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Antigone Rising
Music Genre:
Indie, Rock
Made their rep at South By Southwest in Austin a couple of years ago. This live disc captures some of that magic. "From The Ground Up," "Traveling Circus."
Allman Brothers
Music Genre:
Country Rock, Rock, Southern Rock
"Live at the Atlanta International Pop Festival." The Allman Brothers recorded some of the most exciting rock and roll ever made.
Amadou & Mariam
Music Genre:
World
"Wati."
Bush, Kate
Music Genre:
Alternative, Vocal
"The Kick Inside", "The Sensual World."
Built to Spill
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
Another one of my brother Steve's picks... an excellent band. "Live," "Keep It Like A Secret," "Perfect From Now On," "There's Nothing Wrong With Love."
Burke, Solomon
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
"Don't Give Up On Me."
Brown, James
Music Genre:
Funk, Rhythm & Blues, Soul
"Live At The Apollo", "Star Time."
Bright Eyes
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
The newest "new Dylan," and who am I to argue. He is the great young hope for the music scene and hopefully will continue experimenting and writing brilliantly for many years to come. "Fevers and Mirrors," "I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning," "Letting off the Happiness," "Lifted or the Story Is I the Soil, Keep Your Ear to the Ground," "Motion Sickness."
Broken Social Scene
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
How much good music is allowed to come out of Canada? Canada is becoming to music what the Swedes have become to online poker. BSS is another of the bands to watch from up North. "Broken Social Scene."
Byrne, David
Music Genre:
Alternative
The Talking Heads frontman is still making music worth paying attention to. What a remarkable career he's had, and showing no signs of slowing down. "Grown Backwards," "Look into the Eyeball."
Buckley, Jeff
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
"Grace", "Sketches For My Sweetheart The Drunk."
Buena Vista Social Club
Music Genre:
Latin
Wonderful Cuban CD that is from the movie of the same name. "Buena Vista Social Club."
Brecker, Michael
Music Genre:
Jazz, New
"Pilgrimage."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Bone Thugs n Harmony
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, New
"Strength and Loyalty."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, New
"Baby 81."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Breeders, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
An Indie Rock classic. "Last Splash."
Billy, Bonnie "Prince"
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, New
"Master and Everyone."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Browne, Jackson
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, New
Solo Acoustic Vol 1.
Added on January 15th, 2008
Bjorn, Peter & John
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, New
"Writers Block."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Butterfield, Paul
Music Genre:
Blues, New
"Live at Winterland Ballroom", "It all comes Back", "Sometimes I feel like Smiling", "The Ressurection of Pigboy Crabshaw."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Black Cab
Music Genre:
Rock, New
"Jesus East."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Black Keys, The
Music Genre:
Blues, Rock, New
"Magic Potion."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Brian Jonestown Massacre, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Anton Newcombe is such an exceptionally gifted guy, he could probably make great music with Milli Vanilli. If he ever got his head straight, he could be one of the most important figures in modern music. check out the music documentary "DIG!" on DVD. The DVD features BJM and the Dandy Warhols. "And This Is Our Music," "Give It Back!," "Strung Out In Heaven," "Take It From The Man!"
Band, The
Music Genre:
Country Rock, Rock
For those unfamiliar with The Band, rent the DVD "The Last Waltz." It is the best music DVD of all time. "Music From Big Pink," "The Last Waltz."
Beastie Boys
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
The first white rap act to break through. These guys can hang in with just about anyone.
Beck
Music Genre:
Alternative, Singer/Songwriter
A brilliant singer songwriter, whos talent seems to have few limits. I like guys who gamble and Beck takes chances, we all get to go along for the ride. "Guero," "Mellow Gold," "Sea Change."
Belle and Sebastian
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
"Dear Catastrophe Waitress."
Bradley, Robert
Music Genre:
Alternative, Blues, Rhythm & Blues
Robert Bradley's Blackwater Surprise, "Time To Discover."
Broken Family Band, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, New
"Cold Water Songs."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Ballet School Troublemakers, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
The lead singer plays on Full Tilt Poker and their site is
www.balletschooltroublemakers.com. Good stuff. "The Ballet School Troublemakers."
Badly Drawn Boy
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Damon Gough is the man behind BDB and he's a very gifted cat.
Baby Bird
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Alias of Steve Jones, "Ugly Beautiful" is my favorite of his records, but he has recorded a lot of excellent work. "Bad Shave," "Fatherhood," "I was Born a Man," "Ugly Beautiful."
Black, Frank
Music Genre:
Alternative, Alternative Pop, Indie, Rock
Former Pixies' singer/songwriter has still got the touch. "Honeycomb," "Teenager Of The Year."
Benson, Brendan
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Currently collaborating with Jack White as a member of The Raconteurs, his solo work is first-rate. "Lapalco," "One Mississippi," "The Alternative To Love."
Beck, Jeff
Music Genre:
Country Rock
One of the great guitar gods to emerge from the 60's. I love all of his work, from his early stuff with Rod Stewart to his recent work. He still remains one of the great creative forces in music. "Beck-Ola," "Blow By Blow," "Truth," "Who Else?"
Blur
Music Genre:
Alternative
One of the most popular bands to come out of England, they have proven they've got the chops to hang in while most of the other bands seem to fade away."
Blasters, The
Music Genre:
Rock, Rockabilly
Roots Rock, or whatever you call it. These guys wrote songs that had that classic Rock and Roll sound. "Collection."
Billy Bragg and Wilco
Music Genre:
Folk, Rock
"Mermaid Avenue."
Berry, Chuck
Music Genre:
Rock
One of the most brilliant songwriters and performers of our time. He has left some huge footprints on rock music and his songs still sound fresh today. "The Chess Box."
Big Star
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Alex Chilton and Chris Bell have influenced many with the Big Star sound. Check out their first few albums. "#1 Record," "Radio City."
Big Punisher
Music Genre:
Rap, Hip-Hop
Not sure why Big Pun hasn't gotten more notice. He was the first Latino platinum rapper and he can hold his own with just about anyone. Unfortunately died of a heart attack before his second album was released. "Capital Punishment."
Blue Nile
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
A remarkable Scottish band. They've only recorded four albums in twenty years. Their debut, "A Walk Across the Rooftops," was followed up five years later with "Hats," They are two of my favorite albums of all time. I've enjoyed the third and forth albums, "Peace at Last" and "High," as well. "A Walk Across The Rooftops," "Hats," "High," "Peace At Last."
Bicycle Thief
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
This CD just always finds it's way back onto my player. It is a near perfect collection of songs from the gifted Bob Forrest. Sometimes dark, sometimes funny, this is one of the best albums I heard over the past 5 years. "You Come and Go Like a Pop Song."
Blige, Mary J.
Music Genre:
Rhythm & Blues, Vocal
"Breakthrough", "Mary," "My Life," "Share My World," "What's The 411?"
Blades, Ruben
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
"Buscando America", "Ruben Blades y Son del Solar...Live!"
Cocorosie
Music Genre:
Vocal, New
"The Adventures of ghosthorse and Stillborn."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Creedence Clearwater Revival
Music Genre:
Rock
How much amazing music has John Fogerty produced over time? An American icon who is still producing impressive work today. "Bayou Country," "Chronicle, Vol 2."
Chocolate Watchband, The
Music Genre:
Rock, New
"Melts in your brain not on your wrist."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Crenshaw, Marshall
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock,
"Marshall Crenshaw."
Crazy Horse
Music Genre:
Rock, New
"Crazy Horse."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Crowell, Rodney
Music Genre:
Country Rock, Folk, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
"Fate's Right Hand."
Callahan, Bill
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, New
"Woke on a Whaleheart."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Cantrell, Laura
Music Genre:
Country, New
"When the Roses Bloom Again."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Chang, Sarah
Music Genre:
Classical, New
"Fire and Ice."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Cream
Music Genre:
Rock
Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker, Jack Bruce... rock's first great power trio. "Crossroads (Disc 1)."
Crowded House
Music Genre:
Pop, Rock
"Time on Earth", "Recurring Dream", "Farewell to the World."
Chao, Manu
Music Genre:
Latin, World
"Clandestino: Esperando La Ultima Ola."
Coup, The
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, New
"Pick a bigger weapon."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Chamillionaire
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
"The Sound Of Revenge."
Cat Power
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Low-Fi, Singer/Songwriter
Slow powerful songs, allowed to speak for themselves without being overwhelmed by production. Chan Marshall sings in a style all her own. "The Covers Record," "The Greatest," "You Are Free."
Chapman, Tracy
Music Genre:
Folk, Singer/Songwriter, Soul
"Crossroads", "Matters Of The Heart," "New Beginning," "Telling Stories," "Tracy Chapman," "Where You Live."
Charles, Ray
Music Genre:
Blues, Rhythm & Blues, Soul
"The Birth Of Soul", "The Genius of Ray Charles."
Childers, Bob
Music Genre:
Country, Singer/Songwriter
"Hat Trick", "Restless Spirit."
Chesnutt, Vic
Music Genre:
Folk, New
"About To Choke", "Drunk", "Ghetto Bells."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Chenier, Clifton
Music Genre:
Cajun
"Out West", This is a great record from "The King of Zydeco".
Cassidy, Eva
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, Vocal
One of the most beautiful voices in contemporary music. I would recommend her to anyone. Tragically, she died at the age of 23 after releasing only one record. "American Tune," "Eva By Heart," "Imagine," "Live At Blues Alley," "Songbird."
Cash, Rosanne
Music Genre:
Country Rock, Country, Rock, New
"Black Cadillac", "The Wheel", "Interiors", "Kings Record Shop", "Seven Year Ache."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Califone
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, New
Experimental, Indy Rock. This is the only album of theirs that I have, but I need to listen to them some more. Quiet, well written songs that play with many different sounds. "Quicksand/Cradlesnakes","Roots and Crowns."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Calexico
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
These guys make music influenced by an interesting mixture of Southwest and Spanish culture. "Hot Rail."
Crow, Sheryl
Music Genre:
Alternative Pop, Folk Pop, Singer/Songwriter
"The Globe Sessions."
Capitol Years, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
"Let Them Drink."
Carey, Mariah
Music Genre:
Rhythm & Blues, Pop, Rock
"Daydream", "Emancipation Of Mimi."
Cash, Johnny
Music Genre:
Country, Singer/Songwriter, Vocal, New
"American IV: The Man Comes Around", "American Recordings," "At Folsom Prison," "God, Love and Unearthed", "American III Solitary Man", "Life", "Personal File", "Ride the Train", "The Sun Years", "The fabulous Johnny Cash."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Cary, Catlin
Music Genre:
Alternative, Country, Folk, Singer/Songwriter
"I'm Staying Out", "Begonias."
Carpenter, Mary Chapin
Music Genre:
Country, Singer/Songwriter
"Come On Come On."
Cowboy Junkies
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Lead by Margo Timmons' magnificent, hypnotic voice, the Cowboy Junkies have made some really enjoyable CD's throughout the years. "Black-Eyed Man."
Chilton, Alex
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
A very influential singer-songwriter whose fans include REM and Paul Westerberg of the Replacements. "High Priest."
Comets on Fire
Music Genre:
Indie
Fast Indie Rock with a psychedelic twist. Sonic Youth meets Roky Erickson. "Blue Catedral."
Coltrane, John
Music Genre:
Jazz
"A Love Supreme", "Giant Steps," "The Heavyweight Champion-The Complete Atlantic Recordings."
Cohen, Leonard
Music Genre:
Rock, Singer/Songwriter
"The Future."
Common
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap, New
Thought by some to be raps' greatest lyricist. He is surely up there. "Be," "Like Water For Chocolate", "Finding Forever."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Cooder, Ry
Music Genre:
Blues
"Chavez Ravine", "Into The Purple Valley."
Counting Crows
Music Genre:
Rock
Consistently good CD and these guys put on a surprisingly good live show, as well. "August and Everything After."
Costello, Elvis
Music Genre:
Alternative, Punk, Singer/Songwriter
One of my all time favorite concerts was seeing Elvis acoustic at Lincoln Center. His first few albums contain some of the best crafted and executed pop songs ever written. "Costello and Nieve," "Get Happy," "My Aim Is True," "The Delivery Man," "This Years Model," "My Flame Burns Blue."
Cooke, Sam
Music Genre:
Rhythm & Blues, Soul
"Live at The Harlem Square Club", "Night Beat, "The Man and His Music."
Cochran, Eddie
Music Genre:
Rock, Rockabilly, New
One of rocks pioneers, who unfortunately died way too early at the age of 21. What songs he left show an inspired talent whose early rockabilly sound still influences many. "Rock 'n' Roll Legend", "Guitar Picker: Rare Recordings 1954 - 1960."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Cocker, Joe
Music Genre:
Rock, Vocal, New
"Mad Dogs and Englishmen", "Sheffield Steel", "Hymn For my soul."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Clash, The
Music Genre:
Punk, Rock
I find it funny that now you have all these teenybopper bands posing as punk rockers. These guys were the real deal. "London Calling," "Sandinista!," "The Clash."
Clapton, Eric
Music Genre:
Blues, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
"Crossroads."
Clem Snide
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Low-Fi
This 3 man alternative band writes graceful, lo-fi songs. "You Were A Diamond," "Your Favorite Music."
Clinton, George
Music Genre:
Funk
The Grandmaster of Funk puts down some of the most infectious beats in the business. "The Best of George Clinton."
Clark, Guy
Music Genre:
Country, Singer/Songwriter
One of alt country's most respected singer songwriters. Like Lucinda, he takes great care in the crafting of his songs/albums and often goes years between releases. "Keepers (Live)."
Davis, Betty
Music Genre:
Soul, New
"Betty Davis."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Descendents
Music Genre:
Punk, New
"Milo goes to College."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Duncan, Paul
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, New
"To an Ambient Hollywood."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Dunger, Nicolai
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, New
"Soul Rush", "Heres my song."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Dr. Dog
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, New
"We All Belong."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Deerhoof
Music Genre:
Indie, Rock, New
"Friend Opportunity."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Darkness, The
Music Genre:
Rock
Updated 70's rock candy. "Permission To Land."
Doe, John
Music Genre:
Country Rock, Country
"Forever Hasn't Happened Yet."
Dinosaur Jr.
Music Genre:
Rock, New
These guys kick ass. They're on my short list of bands I would love to see live. They just started touring again. "Bug," "Ear-Bleeding Country: Best Of Dinosaur Jr," "You're Living All Over Me", "Beyond."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Dido
Music Genre:
Alternative, Electronica, Singer/Songwriter
Life for Rent. I think this is a really underrated album. Dido's second record and has many personal songs on it, that reveal themselves over a trip-hop beat."
Diamond, Neil
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, Trip Hop, Vocal
"12 Songs."
Donnas, The
Music Genre:
Punk, Rock, Pop
Spend the Night. A girl group that writes some really catchy rock/pop songs. This is the only album of theirs.
Dr. Dre
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
"The Chronic", "2001." Legendary Rapper/Producer whose influence can not be overstated."
Dylan, Bob
Music Genre:
Folk, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
There's Dylan and then there's everyone else. What I find most inspiring about Dylan is that even 40 years into his career he's still making brilliant music. He is truly in his own league and his whole catalog is inspiring. The Scorcese DVD that is out is a terrific look at his early years. "Blood On The Tracks," "The Bootleg Series Vol 1-5," "Love & Theft," "No Direction Home," "Oh Mercy," "Time Out Of Mind.", "Modern Times."
Drive-By-Truckers
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, Southern Rock
The Dirty South. Alternative Southern Rockers. One of '04s best records."
Dr. John
Music Genre:
Cajun
I've got a bunch of Dr. John albums on my Ipod. One of my favorite voices in music, and a New Orleans legend. When he plays piano and sings you can't help but smile. "All by Hisself (Live at the Lonestar, NYC, 22-3 Dec. 1986." "Anutha Zone," "Dr. John Plays Mac Rbennack," "Gumbo," "In The Right Place," "Television."
Derek Trucks Band, The
Music Genre:
Blues, Rock, Southern Rock
"Songlines."
DiFranco, Ani
Music Genre:
Alternative, Folk, Indie, Singer/Songwriter
Righteous Babe, indeed. She owns her own label and his been thumbing her nose at the music industry for years. Her live album "Living in Clip" is my favorite."
Dara, Olu
Music Genre:
Jazz
"In The World From Natchez To New York."
Dandy Warhols
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
Accomplished Indie band. See the DVD "Dig!", for a more detailed look at them. It's a terrific flick."
Dada
Music Genre:
Rock
"Puzzle."
Davis, Miles
Music Genre:
Jazz
Chronicle: The Complete Prestige Recordings 1951-1956, "Kind Of Blue," "The Complete Live At The Plugged Nickel."
Davis, Devin
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Singer/Songwriter
Lonely People of the World, Unite! I expect we will hear a great deal more from this guy. One of the best independent releases of '05."
Death Row Greatest Hits
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
"Death Row Greatest Hits."
Dead Prez
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
"Lets Get Free."
Death Cab For Cutie
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
"Transatlanticism." "One of the very best of the Indie pop bands. This is a terrific album."
Eels
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Singer/Songwriter
Indie band led by the always inventive E. "Blinking Lights And Other Revelations," "Daisies Of The Galaxy," "Electro-Shock Blues," "Rotten World Blues EP," "Souljacker," "Live at Town Hall."
Edwards, Kathleen
Music Genre:
Alternative, Singer/Songwriter
"Failer."
East River Pipe
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Low-Fi, Singer/Songwriter
Music written and recorded by one F.M. Cornog. I like all his CD's but the ones that garnered him the most praise were "Mel" and "Poor Fricky." "Mel," "Poor Fricky," "Shining Hours In A Can."
Eightball and MJG
Music Genre:
Grunge, Rap
In Our Lifetime-Southern Rap at its best.
Earland, Charles
Music Genre:
Jazz, New
"Living Black: Recorded Live."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Earle, Steve
Music Genre:
Alternative, Folk, Indie, Singer/Songwriter
"El Corazon", "Guitar Town," "Live From Austin, TX."
Elastica
Music Genre:
Alternative, British Pop, Indie
Another pick from my brother Steve, my most trusted music advisor. This brit/punk/pop band has drawn comparisons to Blondie. "Elastica."
Erickson, Roky
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Punk, Rock
"Don't Slander Me", "I Have Always Been Here Before."
EU (Essence Unlimited)
Music Genre:
Funk, Go Go
"Living Large". "Looking for some modern Funk? This album has some amazing songs on it, irresistible beats."
Evans, Faith
Music Genre:
Rhythm & Blues
"The First Lady. Strong R&B album with lots of guests."
Eric B. and Rakim
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
"Paid in Full."
Esquerita
Music Genre:
Rhythm & Blues
"Rocking' The Joint."
Ellington, Duke
Music Genre:
Jazz
He's really underrepresented on my Ipod, with only a few tunes. What I have heard from him is outstanding. "With Charles Mingus," "Max Roach," "Money Jungle."
Eminem
Music Genre:
Hip-Hop, Rap
Charles Barkley said it best when he said, "You know this world is fucked up when the best rapper's white and the best golfer's black." Eminem can be offensive for sure, but it's hard to ignore his talent. "Encore," "The Eminem Show," "The Marshall Mathers LP," "The Slim Shady LP."
Elbow
Music Genre:
Alternative, British Pop
One of the English bands to watch. They are three albums into their career and making some of the best dream pop to come from the other side of the pond. Allmusic calls Elbow "the Coldplay that its ok to like." That's too funny to improve on. "Cast Of Thousands."
Fountains of Wayne
Music Genre:
Alternative Pop, Indie, Rock, New
Stacey's Mom was their irresistible breakout hit, but this whole album is bursting with great pop energy. "Welcome Interstate Managers", "Traffic and Weather."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Fratellis, The
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, New
"Costello Music."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Fowlis, Julie
Music Genre:
Folk, New
"Cullidh?"
Added on January 15th, 2008
Faces, The
Music Genre:
Rock
Check out Rod Stewart when he was good! Great rock band from the late 60's early 70's. "A Nod Is As Good As A Wink…To A Blind Horse," "Five Guys Walk Into A Bar," "Long Player," "Ooh La La."
Fiery Furnaces
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie
A brother and sister duo, making some of the most original, quirky and interesting music around. "EP," "Gallowsbird's Bark."
Flook
Music Genre:
Folk, World
"Heaven."
Forbert, Steve
Music Genre:
Folk, Singer/Songwriter, New
Steve Forbert first album "Alive on Arrival" is one of the best debuts Ive ever heard. He was immediately pegged as the newest "new Dylan" and the pressure of living up to that must have been overwhelming. His second album is the excellent "Jackrabbit Slim." Sometimes an artist just hits you in the gut and never lets go, and that's the way things are with Forbert for me. I still love the sound of his voice and the heart that goes along with his music. "Alive On Arrival," "Any Old Time," "Jackrabbit Slim," "Just Like There's Nothin' To It," "Young Guitar Days", "Strange Names and New Sensations."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Four Tet
Music Genre:
Electronica, Trip Hop
I'm not normally a fan of electronically inflected music, but I heard the song "Slow Jam" and they won me over."
Fugazi
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Punk, Rock
"13 songs is an Alt rock/punk classic."
Friends of old time music
Music Genre:
Folk, New
"The Folk Arrival 1961 - 1965 (Various Artists)."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Flaming Lips
Music Genre:
Alternative, Alternative Pop
Insanely fun and musically adventurous alternative band.
Feist
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter, New
"The Reminder."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Franz Ferdinand
Music Genre:
British Pop, Rock
Winners of 2004's Mercury Award for their self titled debut. I think their second effort is just as good. "You Could Have It So Much Better."
Franklin, Aretha
Music Genre:
Soul, Vocal
Queen of Soul. 'Nuff said. "Who's Zooming Who ?"
Fogerty, John
Music Genre:
Rock, Singer/Songwriter
One of the best songwriters of our times. "Deja Vu All Over Again."
Gallagher, Rory
Music Genre:
Blues, New
"Irish Tour."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Ghostface Killah
Music Genre:
Rap, New
"Supreme Clientele."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Great Lake Swimmers
Music Genre:
Alternative, Rock, New
"Ongiara."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Green on Red
Music Genre:
Rock, New
"Gravity Tales."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Guthrie, Sarah Lee & Johnny Irion
Music Genre:
Folk, New
"Exploration", "Entirely Live."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Gabriel, Peter
Music Genre:
Alternative Pop, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
Peter Gabriel 3, "So," "Us."
Gray, David
Music Genre:
Singer/Songwriter
A New Day at Midnight. He broke big with his album "White Ladders." This one is worthwhile as well."
Grayling
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock
The Time is Now. This album is very hard to find, but if you like indie bands (compare to the Replacements), I put this record up there with some of the best I've heard."
Grandaddy
Music Genre:
Alternative, Indie, Rock, New
They've been compared to the Flaming Lips, Radiohead, and Sparklehorse and hold their own with all of them. That's very high praise… "Under the Western Freeway", "The Software Slump."
Added on January 15th, 2008
Goodie Mob
Music Genre:
Rap, Hip-Hop
Southern rap giants. Their first two albums, "Soul Food" and "Still Standing" are some of the best rap CDs ever made."
Golightly, Holly
Music Genre:
Indie, Rock, Singer/Songwriter
My First Holly Golightly Album.
Green, Al
Music Genre:
Soul
"Greatest Hits Vol 1", "Greatest Hits Vol. 2."
Green Day
Music Genre:
Rock, Punk
"American Idiot is Green Day's rock opera."