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starting in the spring of 1995 as a trio playing mainly non-vocal music, the band mutated into an ensemble of now 13 musicians that displays a vast range of musical creativity. This is the second studio album Record Label: Hipster Style: Pop

New concert recordings of Berlins 17 Hippies together with Marc Ribot and Jakob Ilja. Acoustic instruments meet 2 electric guitars. An outrageous meeting full of musicality with lots of details, virtuosity and discoveries. Record Label: Hipster Rec. Style: Folk/Pop

Townes Van Zandt never reached significant fame during his lifetime. Although highly respected by his peers and other songwriters, the mood and atmosphere of his music, coupled with his sometimes dark and sarcastic nature, was not suitable for the commercial country-industry of Nashville. Van Zandt's songs did, however, reach popularity in his day, through artists such as Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Emmylou Harris. Within his circle of outsider singer-songwriters, he was adored, though ultimately it would be depression and alcoholism that would overshadow his life. Townes' friend, singer Steve Earle, has been quoted as saying, "Townes Van Zandt is the best songwriter in the whole world and I'll stand on Bob Dylan's coffee table in my cowboy boots and say that." After Townes' death in 1997, the fact that artists as diverse as Robert Plant, Mudhoney, Norah Jones, Lyle Lovett, and Bob Dylan himself have kept his songs alive and vital, is a testament to the influence and impact of his music. So now do Steve Von Till, Scott Kelly, and Wino stand and sing his tribute, each focusing on the essence of Van Zandt's music and lyrics in his own personal way. The result is a great homage, whose intensity lies in fragility and elementary human truths. Townes Van Zandt's broken-hearted love songs and gloom-ridden tales are most deserving of this tribute and praise. "Townes Van Zandts music has had a profound effect on me as a man and as a musician. I discovered his songs 13 years ago at the same time as I had already began following a new path for myself as musician, seeking to express myself through a more direct, stripped down acoustic approach. Townes Van Zandts music is not only brutally honest, he has an ability to paint a picture with his words that is so far beyond the reach and depth of anyone else I have heard to this day. I am honored to be a part of this record and get the opportunity to bring his music to people who are fans of what I have been doing, and I am humbled to be in the presence of my two brothers Steve Von Till and Wino." -Scott Kell +++ "To be able to honor the music of Townes Van Zandt with this project is a true gift. His songs have had a profound influence on me as a songwriter and have been a constant sonic companion since first hearing them. Sharing this tribute with Wino and Scott Kelly, both of whom I admire as human beings and fellow travelers on this journey of songcraft makes it even that much more important to me. I hope that it may bring the soul purifying, down to earth truths of Townes to others who may not have discovered him yet, and that those who already recognize his contribution to the world will appreciate this small offering." -Steve Von Till +++ "Circumstance and adventure lead me down the road of playing and writing solely on the acoustic guitar. Born And Raised on CSN, Neil Young amongst others I still ignored the Americana folk scene. Until Kenny Wagner turned me on to Townes Van Zant. I was still absorbing listening to Scott and Steves various renditions of his songs when mr. Connie Ochs gave me "{Abnormal}. It was this that crystalized my endearment to this music , this man,this story , this passion and emotion that has enriched our lives. So I am proud to be a part of this tribute." -Wino +++ This project was made manifest by Ansgar Glade, a great friend of these three men, who was inspired by the songs of Townes Van Zandt that he heard performed in their various solo sets while traveling with them throughout Europe. In fact, Ansgar's new label, "My Proud Mountain" was specially founded in order to release this album. Record Label: Myproudmountain Style: Singer/Songwriter

180 gr vinyl plus CD. Whether Eleni Mandell sings of dying embers or smoldering passion, a warm glow imbues the music throughout I Can See The Future. All 13 of these new songs are marked by the wry humor and lyrical economy that have long made her work so striking, as well as the tasteful, empathetic arrangements and timeless songcraft that’s always characterized her work. Produced by Joe Chiccarelli (The Shins, The Strokes, White Stripes) and featuring guest appearances by Benji Hughes, Inara Goerge (The Bird & The Bee), Becky Stark (Lavender Diamond) and Nathaneil Wolcott (Bright Eyes). Record Label: Makemyday Records Style: Singer/Singwriter

Record Label: Universal Sound Style: Avantgarde/Free Jazz

debut of new girl-duo BOY! Fresh, clear. positive singer/songwriter-pop! Record Label: Grцnland Style: Smooth Jazz

Style: Smooth Jazz

Originally released on John Fahey's Takoma Records in 1965, The Seal Of The Blue Lotus is the debut album from American guitar soli legend Robbie Basho. In college Basho immersed himself in the study of Asian art and culture, even changing his last name to that of the Japanese poet Matsuo Basho, and his music shows a much greater Eastern influence than contemporaries like John Fahey and Peter Lang. Basho was particularly entranced by the raga form which is apparent in classics like "Dravidian Sunday" from this album. A guitar soli masterwork