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Blue Note Records

Since 1939, Blue Note Records has shaped music history with iconic releases from John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Thelonious Monk, and Art Blakey while fostering modern stars like Norah Jones and Robert Glasper. Special releases, including the Tone Poet and Classic Vinyl Reissue Series and indie exclusives from today’s biggest Blue Note artists, have helped celebrate the legendary jazz label's 85th anniversary.

Blue Note Classic Series This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.
Blue Note Tone Poet Series

The Blue Note Tone Poet Series was born out of Blue Note President Don Was’ admiration for the exceptional audiophile Blue Note LP reissues presented by Music Matters. Was brought Joe Harley (from Music Matters), a.k.a. the “Tone Poet,” on board to curate and supervise a series of reissues from the Blue Note family of labels.

Extreme attention to detail has been paid to getting these right in every conceivable way, from the jacket graphics and printing quality to superior LP mastering (direct from the master tapes) by Kevin Gray to superb 180 gm audiophile LP pressings by Record Technology Inc. Every aspect of these Blue Note/Tone Poet releases is done to the highest possible standard. It means that you will never find a superior version. This is IT. 

Blue Note Records’ Tone Poet Audiophile Vinyl Reissue Series is produced by Joe Harley and features all-analog, mastered-from-the-original-master-tape 180g audiophile vinyl reissues in deluxe gatefold packaging. Mastering is by Kevin Gray (Cohearent Audio) and vinyl is manufactured at Record Technology Incorporated (RTI). 

Indie Exclusive Blue 180gram LP. Limited Edition.

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New Release Round-Up 12-13-24

Niall Horan - The Show: Live from MSG
  

Niall Horan - The Show: Live from MSG - Capitol

Niall Horan is celebrating the incredible run of his ongoing 2024 world tour with The Show: Live from Madison Square Garden, collecting some of the finest moments of Horan's sold-out, two-night takeover of the legendary New York venue. The songs captured on this release hail from all three solo albums, including The Show, which debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Album Sales tally and also topped the charts in the U.K., Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Holland and Belgium, among others. Listeners can relive striking, full-band renditions of the triumphant, harmony-rich "Heaven," groove-steeped pop gem "Slow Hands," and Horan's first solo release, the intimate, acoustic "This Town," alongside fan favorites from the past eight years of powerful songcraft. Horan's latest outing has been a landmark one - his biggest tour yet, and his first headline run since 2018's Flicker World Tour. Niall Horan -"The Show: Live On Tour" Pressed on 140-gram translucent yellow 12" vinyl.

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Rufus Du Sol - inhale/exhale
 

Rufus Du Sol - inhale/exhale - Warner Records

Track List:

Inhale                                                                 
Lately 
Breathe
Music is Better 
Levitating 
Break My Love
In the Moment                      
New York                     
The Life                           
Pressure                           
Fire / Desire                            
Edge of the Earth         
Standing at the Gates      
Belong                                 
Exhale

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DMX - Let Us Pray: Chapter X
 DMX - Let Us Pray: Chapter X

DMX - Let Us Pray: Chapter X - Def Jam Recordings

DMX made his legendary introduction to the world in 1998 with his multi-platinum-selling debut album It’s Dark and Hell Is Hot, which captured his gift for blending light and heavy concepts behind an intense, menacing presence at the microphone. Before the end of that year DMX had released his second hit, Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood, which also reached #1. DMX’s next three albums also went on to secure the top spot, making him the first rapper to have their first five albums go straight to the top of the US chart.

Yet, one thing remained as a consistent theme across DMX’s releases — his profound prayers.  Found on each of his first six studio albums, these prayers (which do not contain beats) blend supplications, thanksgivings, confessions, and meditations on life, death, and the beyond.

In celebration of DMX’s legacy and ahead of his 54th birthday, UMe will be releasing Let Us Pray: Partnering with GRAMMY award-winning songwriter and producer Warryn Campbell, we set DMX’s prayers to music for the first time on this groundbreaking project that marries hip-hop and gospel with features from Killer Mike, Snoop Dogg, LeCrae, MC Lyte and more.

Featured Artists

• Snoop Dogg
• Killer Mike
• MC Lyte
• LeCrae
• Mary Mary
• Terrace Martin
• The Walls Group
• Lena Byrd Miles
Snoop Dog - Missionary
 

Snoop Dogg - Missionary - Death Row/Aftermath/Interscope

Snoop Dogg’s new album, Missionary, produced entirely by Dr. Dre, brings together a lineup of legendary collaborations. Featuring Eminem, Jelly Roll, 50 Cent, Sting, Jhene Aiko, and more, this project is packed with undeniable greatness.

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ALSO OUT THIS WEEK

Rufus Du Sol - inhale/exhale [Indie Exclusive Diffused Green Vinyl]

Niall Horan - The Show: Live On Tour [CD]

Niall Horan - The Show: Live from MSG [Translucent Yellow LP]

DMX - Let Us Pray: Chapter X [LP]

Snoop Dogg - Missionary [Picture Disc LP]

Cal Tjader - Latin Kick (Original Jazz Classics Series) [LP]

Andrew Bird & Madison Cunningham - Cunningham Bird [Indie Exclusive Translucent Forest Green vinyl]

Carey, Mariah - Merry Christmas (30th Anniversary)

George Szell - George Szell Conducts Beethoven Symphonies & Overtures [7 CD]

Melody Gardot - The Essential [White 2 LP]

Jerry Garcia & David Grisman - Bare Bones: Volume 1 – Master Takes [Indie Exclusive Purple Blast 2LP]

Spectac & Amiri - Beautiful Soul [LP]

Thalia - Navidad Melancolica

Jason Robert Brown, Stephen Sondheim - Jason Robert Brown and Stephen Sondheim: Live in Concert [LP]

Jung Kook (BTS) - GOLDEN [Golden LP]

XL Middleton & Kazzey - Serious [7inch Single]

Various Artists - Stop 2 Quit [12inch EP]

Da Buze Bruvaz Presents Him Lo X Giallo Point - Lo Frasier [LP]

DMX - Let Us Pray: Chapter X [CD]

Wham - Last Christmas

Vandross, Luther - Never Too Much: Greatest Hits

.idk. - BRAVADO+INTiMO [LP]

All Time Low - The Forever Sessions Vol. 1 [White LP]

Destroy Boys - Make Room [Indie Exclusive Opaque Sandstone Mix LP]

Fokis - Show Ya How To MC b/w Let's Be Clear [7inch Single]

Daft Punk - Discovery (Interstella 5555 Edition)

McCreary, Bear - Outlander: Season 7 (Origianl Television Soundtrack)

Train - California 37

NCT Dream - The 4th Album 'DREAMSCAPE' [DREAMSCAPE ver.]

Freeway and Jake One - Stimulus Package 2 [2 LP]

Ella Thompson - Ripple On The Wing [LP]

Fivebyfive - Eclipse [CD EP]

Iron Maiden - Killers (2015 Remaster) - [180g LP]

Lin Mianda -Manuel / Metzger,Dave - Mufasa: The Lion King - O.S.T.

Stray Kids - HOP [SKZHOP VER.]

Girls - Broken Dreams Club [Highlighter Yellow 12inch EP]

Rauw Alejandro - Cosa Nuestra

Chino Pacas - Que Sigan Llegando Las Pacas (Extended)

Savages & Tripcat - Imaginarium [LP]

Electric Wizard - Black Magic Rituals & Perversions Vol. 1 [Colored Vinyl]

Innocence Mission - Midwinter Swimmers

Laibach - Opus Dei Revisited

Mario - Glad You Came

Poppy - Negative Spaces [Clear Vinyl] (Pnk)

The National - Rome [Indie Exclusive White 2LP]

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For more information on these and other releases out this week, check out our New Releases charts by week section.

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Universal Holiday ClassicsDef Jam 40

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What's New 12-13-24

Andrew Bird & Madison Cunningham
Loma Vista Recordings

With a fresh, modern twist, Madison Cunningham and Andrew Bird blend their distinct folk and indie sounds, creating a compelling homage to the classic 70s gem Buckingham Nicks. Bird's intricate violin work and Cunningham’s soulful vocals transform the timeless melodies, offering both a nod to the past and a vibrant, contemporary flair.

The National
4AD

“You have to see them in concert,” is what fans have been preaching for years. “The songs transform. It’s a whole other level.” Recorded live without overdubs in June 2024, Rome is the definitive live document of The National. The 21-track double album is truly career spanning, showcasing scintillating versions of beloved songs and sharpened readings of recent tracks.

Snoop Dogg
Death Row / Aftermath / Interscope

Snoop Dogg’s new album, Missionary, produced entirely by Dr. Dre, brings together a lineup of legendary collaborations. Featuring Eminem, Jelly Roll, 50 Cent, Sting, Jhene Aiko, and more, this project is packed with undeniable greatness.

Interpol
Third Man Vinyl

Interpol brings their unique blend of post-punk, shoegaze, and dark wave live and direct to acetate in Third Man Records’ Blue Room in Nashville, TN. Recorded in one shot, with no overdubs, no redo's, no starting-and-stopping, the process is truly of another time.

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New Release Round-Up 12-06-24

The Rolling Stones - Hackney Diamonds (1 Year Anniversary)
 

The Rolling Stones - Hackney Diamonds (1 Year Anniversary) - Geffen

Hitting Number 1 in 19 countries on release, Hackney Diamonds marked the return of The Rolling Stones as their first original studio album since 2005’s A Bigger Bang. The album includes the GRAMMY nominated lead single ‘Angry’ alongside ‘Sweet Sounds of Heaven’ featuring vocals from Lady Gaga and keys & piano from Stevie Wonder. Late drummer Charlie Watts features on two tracks, ‘Mess It Up’ and ‘Live By The Sword’ alongside Bill Wyman. The album also includes collaborations with Paul McCartney & Elton John. This special limited edition 1 year anniversary 2LP version of Hackney Diamonds includes Live at Racket NYC featuring the 7 tracks the band performed at the intimate launch event in New York on 19th October 2023 with debut live performances of ‘Angry’, ‘Bite My Head Off’, ‘Whole Wide World’ and ‘Sweet Sounds of Heaven’ with Lady Gaga. The 24 page booklet includes photos from the performance by Kevin Mazur.

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Tori Amos - Diving Deep: Live
 Tori Amos - Diving Deep: Live

Tori Amos - Diving Deep: Live - Decca

Tori Amos has long been renowned for never playing the same show twice. Now, these unique live performances are captured in a new live album entitled ‘Diving Deep’ recorded across Tori's 2022-2023 Ocean to Ocean tour, which spanned 93 dates around the globe. The album features beloved tracks from Amos's iconic back catalog, including hits such as “Cornflake Girl.” Indie Exclusive 2 LP set on bone colored vinyl. Limited Edition.

BlueNoteTonePoet
 Hank Mobley - A Slice of the Top LP (Blue Note Tone Poet Series)

Hank Mobley - A Slice of the Top LP (Blue Note Tone Poet Series) - Blue Note Records

Tenor saxophonist Hank Mobley had already been building a formidable Blue Note catalog for more than a decade when he conceived of his unique album A Slice of the Top, which was recorded in 1966 but not first released until 1979 as part of the LT Series. Inspired by Miles Davis’ Birth of the Cool, Mobley collaborated with Duke Pearson who arranged four Mobley originals and the pop standard “There’s a Lull In My Life” for an octet that added Kiane Zawadi’s euphonium and Howard Johnson’s tuba to a group consisting of James Spaulding on alto saxophone and flute, Lee Morgan on trumpet, McCoy Tyner on piano, Bob Cranshaw on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums. Behold Mobley’s lyrical flights on standout tunes including “Hank’s Other Bag,” “A Touch of Blue,” and “A Slice of the Top.”

BlueNoteTonePoet
 Freddie Roach - Good Move LP (Blue Note Tone Poet Series)

Freddie Roach - Good Move LP (Blue Note Tone Poet Series) - Blue Note Records

In the 1960s, Blue Note’s roster of organists was second to none with leading Hammond B3 practitioners like Jimmy Smith, Big John Patton, and Larry Young each honing their own distinctive styles on the instrument. Freddie Roach was first introduced to Blue Note listeners on Ike Quebec’s albums Heavy Soul and It Might As Well Be Spring and soon began his own run of leader dates for the label including the 1963 standout Good Move featuring Blue Mitchell on trumpet, Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, Eddie Wright on guitar, and Clarence Johnston on drums. This soul jazz classic makes all the right moves with set highlights including “When Malindy Sings,” an Oscar Brown song that was performed by Abbey Lincoln, and Roach’s own church-rooted “Wine, Wine, Wine” and “On Our Way Up,” an uplifting anthem that he wrote on the day of the historic March on Washington.

ALSO OUT THIS WEEK

The Rolling Stones - Hackney Diamonds (1 Year Anniversary) - [Blue Splatter Clear Opaque 2LP]

Tori Amos - Diving Deep: Live [Bone 2 LP]

Joe Henry - Invisible Hour - [2 LP]

Mavis Staples - Mavis Staples [RSD Essential Gold Star LP]

Christopher Owens - I Wanna Run Barefoot Through Your Hair [Baby Pink LP]

Girls - Album [LP]

Girls - Father, Son, Holy Ghost [2 LP]

Laura Nyro - Hear My Song: The Collection 1966-1995 [19CD Deluxe Box Set]

Inepsy - Rock 'N' Roll Babylon [Blue LP]

Jessica Vosk - SLEIGH [LP]

St. Vincent - Masseduction (Anniversary Edition) - [Neon Coral LP]

Groundhogs - Thank Christ For The Bomb - Gold Colored Vinyl

Magdalena Bay - Little Rhythm And A Wicked Feeling (Blue) [Colored Vinyl]

Magdalena Bay - Mercurial World - [Orchid LP]

Hozier - Unreal Unearth Unending [3 LP Tooth White Vinyl]

TWICE - Strategy (Highlight Ver.)

Hitech - Hitech [Indie Exclusive Glass Of Port LP]

Hitech - Detwat [Indie Exclusive Forest Green LP]

Old Crow - Medicine Show O.C.M.S. [LP]

Paul McCartney - Thrillington [SHM-CD]

Lauren Mayberry - Vicious Creature [LP]

Sabrina Carpenter - fruitcake [Fruit Punch 12inch EP]

Counterparts - Live In Toronto

Estelle - Shine - [Transparent Orange With Opaque Center 2LP]

Joey Valence & Brae - No Hands

TWS - Tws 1st Single 'last Bell' [Compact Ver. With Booklet]

Interpol - Live At Third Man Records

Rose - rosie [Retail Exclusive CD]

J Cole - 2014 Forest Hills Drive (10 Year Anniversary) [Forest Green 2 LP]

Aurora - What Happened To The Heart? [Indie exclusive translucent sea blue LP]

& More .....

For more information on these and other releases out this week, check out our New Releases charts by week section.

WATCH VIDEOS AND CHECK OUT UPCOMING RELEASES BELOW 

Niall Horan - The Show: Live from MSGRufus Du Sol - inhale/exhaleDMX - Let Us Pray: Chapter XSnoop Dog - Missionary

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