New Releases - 1/2/26

Hitting The Racks

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

New Releases

GAZZI - Waves of Time LP (Glossy Mistakes)

Andalusian emerging-talent producer GAZZI, a young yet influential figure within the broader Spanish electronic scene, presents an LP that feels like a quiet turning point in his career. Rooted in ambient and new-age minimalism, the record drifts through piano-based textures, soft pauses, and spacious moments that invite deep introspection. Across its delicate arrangements, GAZZI captures the sensation of slowing down in a world where everything feels fleeting. These tracks hold space for reflection -- offering nostalgia, stillness, and the subtle suggestion that hope remains at the edges of even the most ephemeral moments. Each piece unfolds like a landscape suspended in time, shaped by restraint, emotional nuance, and a profound sense of presence. Presented by Glossy Mistakes, the release reflects the label's ongoing commitment to uplifting a new wave of contemporary Spanish artists, highlighting creators who are redefining the country's sonic identity through experimentation, sensitivity, and forward-thinking sound design.

Ice Cube - Man Up CD (Ruffnation Music)

Released 12/19/25 on vinyl; now available on CD. The powerful new album from one of hip-hop's foundational voices. A Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and co-founder of N.W.A, Cube reshaped rap with fearless storytelling and unfiltered social commentary. His solo catalog, spanning essentials like AmeriKKKa's Most Wanted, Death Certificate, and timeless classics like "It Was a Good Day", has cemented him as a multi-platinum force for generations. Still as bold and socially conscious as ever, Man Up channels his legacy of truth, crafted to be felt and heard.

lil_art_hoe - Standard Living 12" (Studio Barnhus)

Alex Voorhies, known to dance floor connoisseurs as lil_art_hoe, is a multidisciplinary artist based in Louisiana. lil_art_hoe's signature sound is raw and unedited, with an array of grooves and melodies endlessly swirling to create truly unique tracks full of big ideas, but completely lacking in regard for normalcy. For this Studio Barnhus debut, lil_art_hoe delivered two prime examples of their sonic practice, with elements constantly expanding and contracting, resulting in some of the most captivating yet straight-forward club music heard at Studio Barnhus HQ in recent times.

Racing Mount Pleasant - Racing Mount Pleasant 2xLP (R&R)

Sophomore, self-titled album from Michigan based seven-piece band, Racing Mount Pleasant, formerly known as Kingfisher. [Limited edition citrus vinyl pressing.]

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

Alt-J - An Awesome Wave LP (Rhino)

Alt-J's groundbreaking debut, An Awesome Wave, arrives in a gold colored vinyl edition. First unveiled in 2012, the album introduced the band's genre-bending sound through unforgettable tracks like Breezeblocks, Tessellate, Matilda, and Fitzpleasure. Celebrated worldwide and topping indie charts, this release cemented Alt-J as one of the most innovative acts of the decades. 

The Flaming Lips - Clouds Taste Metallic LP (Atlantic)

Rhino Reserve 180 gram pressing. The American rock band's beloved seventh studio album, originally released in 1995. 

Fleetwood Mac - Future Games LP 

Future Games is the fifth studio album by British-American rock band Fleetwood Mac. It was recorded in the summer of 1971 at Advision Studios in London and was the band's first album to feature Christine McVie as a full member and Bob Welch on guitar and vocals. Future Games was Fleetwood Mac's bold leap into dreamy psychedelia and introspective rock... a turning point in sound, and a glimpse into the band's evolving magic. 

Steve Martin - Let's Get Small LP (Rhino)

Steve Martin's breakthrough came in 1977 with Let's Get Small, an album that remarkably captured his visual, physical comedy through audio. "The uninitiated heard clanks and spaces that brought forth laughs, and this minus turned into a plus as the transitions seemed more surreal than they already were," Martin says. The album was a Top 10 hit and certified platinum. [Rhino Start Your Ear Off Right release.]

Steve Martin - A Wild and Crazy Guy LP (Rhino)

Steve Martin's second album, A Wild and Crazy Guy (1978), peaked at #2 and was certified double platinum. The album introduced the hit "King Tut," which reached the Top 20 on the singles chart. The popularity of the album's titular 'wild and crazy guy' was amplified by Martin's recurring appearances on Saturday Night Live alongside Dan Aykroyd as the Festrunk Brothers. Their catchphrase, "We are two wild and crazy guys!" became a cultural phenomenon. [Rhino Start Your Ear Off Right release.]

Steve Martin - Comedy Is Not Pretty (Rhino)

In 1979, when he released his gold-certified third album, COMEDY IS NOT PRETTY!, Steve Martin was performing to stadium-sized crowds - an unprecedented feat for a stand-up. As comedian Steve Allen remarked, "For the first time in the history of comedy, the crowd was reacting like a rock music audience... as if he were The Beatles or The Rolling Stones." [Rhino Start Your Ear Off Right release.]

Steve Martin - The Steve Martin Brothers LP (Rhino)

The Steve Martin Brothers marked a shift in his career. This album featured not just Martin's stand-up material but also an entire side of bluegrass banjo performances, hinting at his transition from stand-up to music and film. [Rhino Start Your Ear Off Right release.]

Cheb Nacer - Maroc Electronique Vol. 1 LP (Bongo Joe)

In the heart of 1990s Morocco, Cheb Nacer brought a new breeze to the popular music scene. Born in Oujda, he grew up surrounded by raï, staïfi and chaâbi before moving to Casablanca, where he blended these roots with the electronic sounds filling cabarets and clubs. Inspired by the international clips broadcast on 2M and RTM, he reimagined European hits in darija, creating a hybrid, dance-driven sound. "Olé Olé Olé" became a national hit, carried by bright synths and playful energy -- far from the sentimental pop dominating the airwaves. Between 1993 and 2006, he released a string of tapes, shows and hits, defining his unique style: spontaneous, raw and festive techno-raï born in studios, living rooms and wedding halls. Cheb Nacer embodied an era when the lines between cabaret and club blurred, when music circulated freely and reinvented itself without rules. Decades later, his songs still echo as the soundtrack of a generation tuned into global waves -- free, curious, and proud to dance their own way.

Milton Nascimento & Tiso Wagner - Ao Vivo 1981 (Live at Swiss TV)

Milton Nascimento's immaculate melodies and harmonies resound in full tone and color throughout this magnificent 1980 TV performance. A marvelous set of songs performed with masterful sensitivity by Nascimento on vocals and acoustic guitar along with one of his historical partners, the great pianist, arranger Wagner Tiso on piano and organ.

John Prine - Sweet Revenge LP

Sweet Revenge is the third album by American folk singer and songwriter John Prine, released in 1973. Prine started veering rock 'n' roll on this 1973 album, and the result was one of the toughest "folk" albums ever recorded. Contains the fan favorite "Dear Abby". Lacquers cut directly from the original analog masters by Matt Lutthans and pressed on 180 gram premium-quality vinyl at Fidelity Record Pressing as part of the Rhino Reserve audiophile vinyl series. 

Rush - Vapor Trails 2xLP (Atlantic)
Rush - Feedback LP (Atlantic)
Rush - Snakes & Arrows 2xLP (Atlantic)

Vinyl reissues of the Canadian progressive rock band's 2002 studio album, 2004 covers release, and 2007 studio album.

Various Artists - Queen of the Damned O.S.T. 2xLP (Rhino)

Released over 20 years ago, the Queen of the Damned soundtrack unites rock's boldest voices in original songs by Korn's Jonathan Davis and composer Richard Gibbs. Featuring powerhouse vocalists like Wayne Static, David Draiman, Chester Bennington, Jay Gordon, and Marilyn Manson. It also includes tracks from Papa Roach, Deftones, Disturbed, Static-X, and more. Peaking at #16 on the Billboard 200, it's considered a definitive rock/metal movie soundtrack of the early 2000s. [Red vinyl pressing.]

Various Artists - Rent O.S.T. 2xLP (Rhino)

Based on the 1996 award-winning and beloved musical produced by Jonathan Larson, the broadway to film soundtrack takes you on the journey of struggle, resilience, and community in the midst of the AIDS epidemic in New York City. The album contains 6 of the original 8 Broadway cast members and features the hits "Seasons of Love" and "Take Me Or Leave Me."

Todd Rundgren's Utopia - Another Live LP (Bearsville)

Released in 1975, Another Live captures Todd Rundgren's Utopia during their live performances on tour. The album includes live renditions of songs like "Another Life," "The Wheel," and "Do Ya." It showcases Utopia's progressive rock style and their ability to engage live audiences. This 50th anniversary edition is the first worldwide vinyl reissue since original release. The album is mastered directly from the stereo analog tapes at Sterling Mastering and will feature the alternate UK cover artwork. [Rhino Start Your Ear Off Right release.]

Sturgill Simpson - A Sailor's Guide to Earth (Elektra)

Produced by Simpson, A Sailor's Guide To Earth was written - beginning to end - as a letter to his first child who arrived during the summer of 2014 and features eight original songs as well as a rendition of Nirvana's "In Bloom." Recorded primarily at Nashville's The Butcher Shoppe, Simpson was joined in the studio by Grammy Award-winning engineer David Ferguson (Johnny Cash, John Prine, "Cowboy" Jack Clement) and assistant engineer Sean Sullivan. Along with members of his touring band, the album features Dave Roe on bass, Dan Dugmore on steel guitar, Dougie Wilkinson on bagpipes, Garo Yellin and Arthur Cook on cello, Jonathan Dinklage and Whitney LaGrange on violin and special guests The Dap-Kings. Pressed on 180 gram premium-quality vinyl at Fidelity Record Pressing as part of the Rhino Reserve audiophile vinyl series.

Thrice - The Illusion of Safety LP (Hopeless)

The Illusion of Safety is the breakthrough post-hardcore album from Thrice, featuring a sharp blend of punk and metal with exceptional lyrics and musicianship. The band wrote two songs per month before recording with producer Brian McTernan (Converge, Cave In) in July 2001 at Salad Days Studios. The Illusion of Safety is an unmatched album that blended raw, underground authenticity with groundbreaking ambition. It became an immediate and enduring pillar of 21st-century post-hardcore, aging far better than it's many imitators. While perfectly capturing it's era, the album remains timeless, offering new discoveries with each listen rather than just nostalgia. Includes b-side "That Hideous Strength." [Yellow vinyl pressing.]