New Releases - 1/12/24

Hitting The Racks

Here's your weekly rundown of what's hitting the new release racks at Grimey's

New Releases

Trevor Horn - Reflection: Wave One OST CD (Butler Records)

Original soundtrack composed by Trevor Horn. Last year, Japanese public broadcaster NHK aired the animated superhero series The Reflection. The legendary English musician/producer Trevor Horn serves as music producer for the anime. The story of The Reflection is set in a world where a mysterious atmospheric phenomenon known as The Reflection killed many people all around the world while causing the survivors to spontaneously develop superhuman abilities. Some people become heroes, others become villains... While achieving great success as a member of The Buggles, Yes, and Art of Noise, Trevor Horn also worked as producer for many popular musicians, such as Paul McCartney, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Tom Jones, Cher, Grace Jones, Seal, Tina Turner, Lisa Stansfield, Pet Shop Boys, Simple Minds, and Mike Oldfield.

Infant Island - Obsidian Wreath LP (Secret Voice)

Fury in mourning. This is the emotional world in which Infant Island's third album, Obsidian Wreath, wraps itself and its listener. It is an album about trudging through the end of the world: where climate catastrophe, the acceleration of capitalist extractive exploitation, the apathy towards social health which has emerged from the pandemic, and an endless stream of ongoing crises too numerable to be named, constantly haunt the edges of our vision, like a rot that sets in on the borders of being. Obsidian Wreath continues and advances the band's masterful weaving of heavy genres, combining screamo and black metal with a deft movement between the sweeping emotionality of shoegazing post-metal, the hard-hitting grooviness of new-school grindcore, and the searing feedback of noise rock. Each composition flows seamlessly into the next, making this fluidity of sound feel not like an oscillation between styles, but instead like the tracing of the contours of a scene, as though Infant Island are tracing their own artistic singularity through the historicity and creative multiplicity of American extreme metal.

Lord Huron / Ben Schneider - Music for the Starling Girl LP (Republic)

Lord Huron and Ben Schneider’s Music for The Starling Girl, the Original Soundtrack accompanying the acclaimed film The Starling Girl is out now via Republic Records. The album consists of both the movie’s original score by Lord Huron vocalist/songwriter Ben Schneider and the new Lord Huron song “Ace Up My Sleeve.”

Kali Uchis - Orquideas LP/CD (Geffen)

Grammy Award winner Kali Uchis releases her fourth studio album, “Orquídeas.” Marking Uchis’ striking return to Spanish-language music, the project features a superstar lineup with Karol G, Peso Pluma, El Alfa, and JT. Inspired by the sensual allure of Colombia’s national flower, the orchid, “Orquídeas” traverses multiple Latin genres including reggaeton, dembow, bolero and salsa furthering Uchis’ connection to her Colombian roots. [Indie store exclusive metallic silver vinyl.]

The Vaccines - Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations CD (Super Easy)

Torchbearers for British guitar music, The Vaccines are back with their sixth studio album. Produced by Andrew Wells (Halsey, Phoebe Bridgers) with mixing from Dave Fridmann (Tame Impala, The Flaming Lips), Pick-Up Full of Pink Carnations is an immediately anthemic addition to the band's discography. With a mammoth five UK Top 5 albums - including a Number 1 with 2012's Come of Age - and a fierce live reputation forged through arena-filling headline shows and unforgettable slots at Glastonbury and Reading/Leeds, The Vaccines continue to be a vital band in the British rock canon. [Indie store exclusive translucent pink vinyl is available for special order.]

Reissues, Comps, Live Recordings, Vault Excavations...

Alice In Chains - Rainier Fog LP (BMG)

Alice in Chains' "Rainier Fog" is a haunting auditory journey that immerses listeners in a dense atmosphere of introspection and melancholy. Released in 2018, the album's title track, "Rainier Fog," encapsulates the band's signature grunge sound, blending gritty guitar riffs with Layne Staley's successor William DuVall's soulful vocals. [Limited edition smog color vinyl.]

The Allman Brothers - Manly Field House, Syracuse University, April 1972 CD (Allman Brothers Band)

Pulled from the original source recording and remastered, Manley Field House, Syracuse University, April 7, 1972n has been widely circulated as a fan-favorite radio broadcast bootleg for years, however this release is the first to include the complete show with the highest audio quality preserved from the direct source.

Art Ensemble of Chicago - Jackson In Your House LP (Charly)

A Jackson in Your House is a 1969 album by the Art Ensemble of Chicago recorded for the French BYG Actuel label. It features performances by Lester Bowie, Joseph Jarman, Roscoe Mitchell and Malachi Favors Maghostut.

Ginger Baker - Horses and Trees LP (Charly)

A fascinating instrumental exploration into Jazz Fusion, African rhythms and world music by virtuoso drummer Ginger Baker, in company with Bill Laswell, Shankar, Naná Vasconcelos, Bernie Worrell and others. Horses And Trees is the second solo album by "rock's first superstar drummer" Ginger Baker of Cream fame. Made in New York in 1985 and released on Celluloid Records in 1986, this 6-track instrumental masterpiece was recorded in collaboration with producer Bill Laswell. [Limited edition white vinyl.]

Joe Bataan - Gypsy Woman LP (Craft Recordings)

Joe Bataan’s 1967 debut LP for Latin music powerhouse label Fania. The title song, his breakout hit, encapsulates the unbridled excitement of his sound. Ostensibly it’s a cover of The Impressions’ exquisitely genteel Curtis Mayfield-penned ballad of the same name. In Bataan and company’s hands, however, the original is merely a fleeting reference point for their brilliant rhythmic and melodic reinvention – a storming boogaloo punctuated by double-time handclaps, the Swingers’ roaring dual-trombone front line, and staccato shouts of “Hot, hot – she smokes!” Bataan’s phrasing – no-nonsense smooth with a touch of vibrato holding the end of each line – exudes a new school cool straight outta El Barrio. In name and form, this was indeed Latin Soul. Also includes “Ordinary Guy”, the tune most associated with Bataan. [Limited edition canary yellow vinyl.]

Elaine Brown - Seize the Time: Black Panther Party LP (Good Time)

Elaine Brown's 'Seize the Time' is a timeless musical and historical masterpiece that captivates both the heart and the mind. Released in 1969, at the height of the civil rights movement, this album served as a powerful anthem for change and social justice. As the first and only woman to lead the Black Panther Party, Elaine Brown's music embodied the spirit of the times. Her soulful and resonant vocals, paired with a mix of folk, funk, and R&B, provided the perfect backdrop for her thought-provoking lyrics. 'Seize the Time' not only stands as a testament to the struggle for racial equality but also showcases the enduring power of music to inspire and unite. With it's gripping narrative, powerful vocal performances, and a sound that seamlessly blended genres, the album continues to be a beacon of hope and a call to action, reminding us that the fight for justice is far from over. [Limited edition white marbled vinyl.]

Cage The Elephant - Thank You Happy Birthday 2xLP (Legacy)

Deluxe, expanded reissue of Cage’s second studio album with 5 additional tracks added and pressed on limited edition clear vinyl.

Cannibal Corpse - Butchered At Birth LP (Metal Blade)
Cannibal Corpse - Eaten Back To Life LP (Metal Blade)

New reissues of the first two albums from the iconic death metal band. 1990’s Eaten Back To Life is pressed on green smoke vinyl.

Cocteau Twins - Milk & Kisses LP/CD (4AD)
Cocteau Twins - Four Calendar Cafe LP/CD (4AD)

Brand new reissues of Cocteau Twins’ final 2 studio albums. Newly remastered by the band’s Robin Guthrie.

Czarface - First Weapon Drawn LP (Silver Age)
Czarface - Czar Noir LP (Silver Age)

First Weapon Drawn is the fourth studio album by American hip hop trio Czarface, which consists of rapper and Wu-Tang Clan member Inspectah Deck and underground hip hop duo 7L & Esoteric. Originally released in 2017 and reissued here on limited edition blue vinyl. Czar Noir is Czarface’s seventh album, from 2021, reissued here on limited edition red and white color vinyl.

The Deviants - Proof! LP (Good Time)

Lauded by many as the first true British punk album and standing as one of the best period pieces from London's psychedelic era, The Deviants debut album is a sheer monolith of psychedelic punk. An unpretty, in your face relic of budget British recording cut in the late autumn of '67. Everything about singer Mick Farren and his misfits oozes pure punk. With garage riffs accented with the trademark anti-social sneer and song titles such as 'Garbage' and 'Nothing Man' - The Deviants spawned a reality that paved the way for the oncoming wave of British psychedelic punks that would include Hawkwind, The Pink Fairies and many, many more. [Limited edition ‘crystal curaçao’ color vinyl.]

Grateful Dead - In The Dark LP (Rhino)
Grateful Dead - Terrapin Station LP (Rhino)

The latest releases in Rhino’s Start Your Ear Off Right series are two classic titles from the Grateful Dead. In The Dark is on limited edition silver vinyl while Terrapin Station is on limited edition emerald green vinyl.

Gypsy - In the Garden LP (Sundazed)

Organ Drenched Proto-Prog! Enter a garden of progressive celestial harmonies, tight bass grooves, and organ-drenched solos that ripple through the band's 1971 sophomore release. Given more room to freely experiment, Gypsy brings even more latin-flavored progressive rock through frontmen and principle songwriters James "Owl" Walsh and Enrico Rosenbaum's wildly creative minds. [Limited edition violet vinyl.]

Jimin (BTS) - FACE LP (Bighit Music/Hype)

Breaking records and charts as one of the biggest K-Pop artists around the world, Jimin of BTS is back with a reissue of his solo album FACE on opaque white vinyl of his solo album FACE. Includes a 20-page photo book with photo book envelope, postcard and 2 photo cards.

Ramsey Lewis Trio - The In Crowd LP (Verve Request Series)

One of the first soul jazz icons of the mid-'60s, Ramsey Lewis recorded The In Crowd over three days during a 1965 club date at the Bohemian Caverns in Washington, D.C. Highlights from this lively collection include the bluesy "Since I Fell For You," the groove on "Tennessee Waltz," and the infectious title track, a cover of Dobie Gray's Top 40 hit. The Verve By Request Series features transfers from the analog tapes remastered on 180g vinyl pressed at Third Man in Detroit.

Gordon Lightfoot - If You Could Read My Mind LP (Friday Music)

Though he eventually came to be regarded as an MOR pop artist, Canadian singer/songwriter Gordon Lightfoot emerged from the 1960s folk world, and had as much in common with Ian & Sylvia, Eric Andersen, and Bob Dylan as he did with any '70s AM wonder. Though the title track was indeed his first massive pop hit, the album proves that Lightfoot was a serious, substantive song craftsman. [Limited edition translucent gold vinyl.]

LP - Lost On You LP (BMG)

LP's "Lost On You" album is a soulful journey through the complexities of love and longing. Released in 2016, the album showcases the artist's distinctive and emotive vocals against a backdrop of folk, rock, and pop influences. LP, whose real name is Laura Pergolizzi, bares her soul in each track, exploring themes of heartbreak, desire, and self-discovery. [Limited edition opaque gold vinyl.]

Lush - Spooky CD (4AD)

Lush - Split CD (4AD)

Lush - Lovelife CD (4AD)

Newly remastered CD reissues of the British indie band’s three full-length LPs. [2023 vinyl reissues also available.]

Christian McBride Big Band - The Good Feeling 2xLP (Mack Avenue)

The Good Feeling is the debut studio album by the Christian McBride Big Band. It won the Grammy Award for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards in 2012.

Steve Miller Band - The Joker Live in Concert LP (Capitol)

The Joker Live In Concert features live recordings of all 9 songs from The Joker album, including "Sugar Babe," "Shu Ba Da Du Ma Ma Ma Ma" and the title track. The album was recorded during the band's tours in the mid-2000s.

Opeth - Damnation LP (Sony)

To mark the 20th anniversary of Opeth's ground-breaking 2003 album 'Damnation', a special vinyl re-issue project has been meticulously crafted to pay homage to a pivotal and trailblazing moment in the band's illustrious history. Originally recorded in the serenity of Åkerfelt's native Sweden, with additional production from Porcupine Tree's Steven Wilson, the album is acclaimed by fans and critics alike. - "Damnation" is a record that represents a paradigm shift in the band's approach to composition, seeing them side-line their metal roots from the forefront of their arsenal. Instead replacing it with an additional insight into ambience, atmospherics, and progressive rock, this together with Åkerfeldts signature lyricality and musicianship creates a unique record of ethereal beauty and longing, and one which remains top of mind for many Opeth fans.

Tito Puente - Para Los Rumberos LP (Craft Recordings)

Para Los Rumberos, is a truly magnificent recording, showcasing Tito Puente's talent and musical mastery. Consisting of ten diverse tracks, the album was recorded at Pat Jacques Broadway Recording Studios in New York City in 1972, pressed on 180g green guava vinyl.

Sun Ra & His Solar Myth Arkestra - Solar-Myth Approach Vol. 1 LP (Charly)

This release showcases both the prolific output and unparalleled creative verve of Sun Ra, the man who created his own genre. Upgrading his celebrated band The Arkestra to the rank of Solar Myth Arkestra, the bandleader-composer-pianist-keyboardist produced enough music in his lifetime to fill a universe, and these sessions, though their precise date and place of recording remain unknown, are among the finest he released in the '70, which was an action-packed decade for him.

McCoy Tyner - Today and Tomorrow LP (Verve Request Series)

Tyner's third Impulse! album, originally released in 1964, resulted from two sessions: one featuring a sextet made up of three horns and fellow John Coltrane Quartet member, Elvin Jones; the other featuring his trio at the time with bassist Jimmy Garrison (also a Coltrane bandmate) and drummer Tootie Heath. Verve By Request Series features transfers from the analog tapes remastered on 180g vinyl pressed at Third Man in Detroit.

Watchhouse - Austin City Limits Live at the Moody Theater LP/CD (Yep Roc)

Watchhouse (formerly known as Mandolin Orange) took the Austin City Limits Live stage at The Moody Theater in Austin, TX on January 23, 2020 in support of their then latest album - Tides of a Teardrop. Throughout the night, they played fan favorites from "Blindfaller", "Such Jubilee" and "This Side of Jordan" and debuted a new instrumental track - "Hawk Is A Mule."

Junior Wells - In My Younger Days LP (Red Lightnin’)

Reissue of a 1972 collection of early recordings from the master blues harpist.

Youth Lagoon - Heaven Is A Junkyard LP (Fat Possum)

Standard black vinyl reissue of Youth Lagoon’s LP from 2023.