New Releases - 7/31/26

Hitting The Racks

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

New Releases

Amanar de Kidal - Kel Tamasheq LP (Sahel Sounds)

Studio album from the Bamako-based Tuareg band led by singer/songwriter Ahmed Ag Kaedy. "Kel Tamacheq” is years in the making, a self produced DIY album, recorded in the small studios of the Malian capital over the past few years. Carrying on in the tradition of assouf, the Northern Malian style of Tuareg guitar popularized by artists like Tinariwen, Amanar pushes the sound forward into tight upbeat groove and kinetic rhythms, reflecting the rich diversity of Mali and the energy of the capital. 

Buffalo Traffic Jam - Pictures of You LP (Arista)

Buffalo Traffic Jam is a folk band born in the heart of Bozeman, Montana, where its members, Frankie Cassidy and Nathan Ross, first crossed paths as students at Montana State University. Their 14-track debut album is a raw and vulnerable portrait of growing older, capturing the space between nostalgia and hope for what lies ahead. In the short span the band has been together, they've already sold out their first headlining tour, earned Billboard's March 2026 Chartbreaker title, made their national TV debut on CBS Saturday, and landed on "artists to watch" lists from Rolling Stone, Holler Country, Country Central, Low Key Country, American Songwriter, Ones to Watch, and more.

Domi & JD Beck - WHO ASKED? 2xLP (Blue Note)

No, we're not yelling at you. That's the answer. WHO ASKED? is the long-awaited sophomore album from the French-born Domi Louna and Texas native JD Beck. Following two Grammy nominations, including Best New Artist for a debut album (2022's NOT TiGHT), WHO ASKED? is unlike anything they've done before. Bringing together a small sinfonietta of seasoned classical players, WHO ASKED? showcases the duo's incredibly singular, super maximalist, and strikingly beautiful orchestral vision. [Green vinyl pressing.]

Wyatt Flores - Scared of Heights CD/LP/cassette (Island)

The Red Dirt country artist returns with his highly anticipated sophomore album, a fearless, full-throttle collection that chronicles the highs, heartbreaks, late nights, and hard-earned growth that come with life. Following the release of his debut album, Welcome to the Plains, Wyatt pushes his storytelling even further here, delivering his most personal, explosive, and cinematic body of work to date. Featuring artwork and designs by Wyatt's longtime collaborator Chloe Tyler, the package pairs the music with her signature powerful and evocative visual style. [Indie exclusive "vodka lemonade" color vinyl pressing.]

GA-20 with Charlie Musselwhite - Blues Now CD/LP (New West)

This collaborative album unites GA-20, one of today's most celebrated young Blues trios, and Charlie Musselwhite, a legendary statesman of the genre. Musselwhite's name is synonymous with the Blues, a harmonica virtuoso and esteemed vocalist with a 60-plus year career forged in authenticity and excellence. GA-20 burst onto the scene in 2018, garnering a quick reputation for dynamic live performance, built on a deep respect for the originators and an enduring commitment to carrying the torch forward. Together with Blues Now, the Grammy award winning Musselwhite and Billboard chart-topping GA-20 shine with a chemistry that blends the spirit of the Blues pioneers with an electrifying modern energy. [Indie exclusive red splatter vinyl pressing.]

GENA - The Pleasure is Yours CD/LP (Lex)

There is a kinetic energy that binds drummer and producer Karriem Riggins and singer-songwriter, rapper, and producer LIV.e, the spark that happens when instinct meets flow and spirit finds rhythm. Their collaborative debut as GENA (short for "God Energy, Naturally Amazing," and loosely inspired by Gina from Martin), The Pleasure Is Yours feels like a playful, soulful conversation between two kindred improvisers: LIV.e's smoky, unpolished vocals glide through Riggins' warm, percussive universe. Rooted in jazz, soul, and hip-hop, LIV.e brings a raw, experimental approach to R&B, while Riggins - known for his work with Common, Erykah Badu, The Roots, Madlib, and his close kinship with J Dilla - extends his lifelong dialogue between jazz improvisation and beat science. Together they create a world that's analog and ethereal, percussive and poetic, bridging eras without settling in one - the sound of two artists finding a new shared language rooted in rhythm, vulnerability, and exuberance. [Clear with red and black splatter vinyl pressing.]

Ariana Grande - petal CD/LP (Republic)

The followup to the pop singer-songwriter's 2024 album Eternal Sunshine, featuring the single "Hate That I Made You Love Me." [Indie exclusive white vinyl pressing.]

Michigander - Over Before You Know It CD/LP (Totally Normal)

Jason Singer spent years building Michigander from a DIY solo project in Kalamazoo into a national indie-rock staple through little more than a guitar and a refusal to quit. On his second album, Over Before You Know It, Singer isn't retreating from the world, but learning how to move through it. The record finds power in the tension of living with both the good and the bad, refusing to let outside noise or internal doubt act as a roadblock. [Sunny lawn splatter color vinyl pressing.]

Monster Rally - Echoes of the Emerald Sands LP (Rose Garden)

When producer, multi-instrumentalist, and visual artist Ted Feighan, better known as Monster Rally, began work on his tenth full-length record Echoes of the Emerald Sands, he gave himself a straightforward set of criteria: Make something unlike anything he'd made before. Feighan decided to recruit a whole fleet of artists and industry friends to sing over his recordings, including TV Girl, Jordana, Toledo, Mei Semones, X-Cetra, Leisure, Sessa, Nella, Miles Michaud (Allah-Las), Benét, Jordann, Munya, and more. For the new album, he also ditched the tropical, sample-based plunderphonics that had defined his work since Monster Rally's 2010 inception, instead recording everything from scratch at his Cleveland home studio. [Orange vinyl pressing.]

Mopar Stars - Official Researchers of the NJ Devil LP (K Records)

Mopar Stars popped up in the summer of 2023 with their 4 song tape "Shoot the Moon." They're a band that seems so familiar but you can't quite pin point what it sounds like. It's a witches brew of power pop ballads, mid 90's slacker stoner rock, and bits and nods to beloved classics like Bob Mould (Husker Du/Sugar), Teenage Fanclub, Big Star and 70's stadium guitar god noodling.

Shintaro Sakamoto - Yoo-hoo LP (Zelone Records)

Shintaro Sakamoto is a Japanese composer, producer, writer and singer based in Tokyo. He began his career in 1989 as a member of the acclaimed psych/rock band Yura Yura Teikoku, where he played guitar and sang over the course 21 years releasing 10 LPs. Yoo-hoo, Sakamoto’s first new album since 2022, reflects his recent live experiences abroad while showcasing a diverse range of sounds, including blues, mood kayō, 1960s soul, surf instrumentals, and funk.

Shaboozey - The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales CD/2xLP (American Dogwood)

The Outlaw Cherie Lee is a cinematic outlaw revenge story with a tragic love at it's center. Features contributions from Jamie Foxx, Gunna, Leon Bridges, Teyana Taylor, Kehlani, Orville Peck, and Sam Elliott. [Copper black ice color vinyl pressing.]

Shearwater - The New World LP (Polyborus)

In the past quarter-century, those in the know have watched Shearwater slyly become one of the most distinctive and adventurous American bands. Led by songwriter and natural historian Jonathan Meiburg, The New World's nine immersive songs find the group farther afield than ever, and in rare company: along with Meiburg's fellow Shearwater's Emily Lee and Dan Duszynski, the album's supporting cast includes instrumental wizard Shahzad Ismaily, qanunist Farouz Zriek, ngonist Mamadou Kouyate, percussionists Mahamadou Tounkara and Moctar Kouyate (of Ngoni Ba), and unclassifiable drummer Thor Harris. (There's even a surprise visit from a certain L. Anderson.) That might sound like a lot of passengers, but they're all ideal company for a headlong journey through joy, confusion, reverence and defiance, with Meiburg's voice as a graceful yet elusive guide. 

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

1619 Bad Ass Band - 1619 Bad Ass Band LP (Mr Bongo)

Originally released in 1976 on the ultra-rare tax-scam imprint TSG Records, this New Jersey soul-funk gem captures the raw energy of mid-'70s underground funk and soul. Formed by Khalid Abdul Shalid, the record was the only album released by the group, and has since become a mythical, highly sought-after prize for collectors and DJs, ranking among the most coveted albums on the 1970s rare soul scene. 

Black Box Recorder - England Made Me CD/LP (Chrysalis)

2026 remaster. English indie rock group Black Box Recorder formed in London in 1997 and featured Sarah Nixey, John Moore, and Luke Haines. Their debut album, England Made Me, was released on Chrysalis Records in 1998. The album was named after the eponymous Graham Greene novel and fuses indie rock and easy-listening pop stylings with lyrics that explore life and the experience of growing up in England. Pitchfork's Michael Sandlin described the sound of the album as "mildly morose but slightly tongue-in-cheek Sylvia Plath-meets-Paul McCartney pop sensibility". [Clear vinyl pressing.]

The Body - Master, We Perish LP (Thrill Jockey)

The Body's landmark record Master, We Perish, originally released in 2013, found the acclaimed duo at a crossroads in their career. Recorded just before the duo of drummer Lee Buford and guitarist/vocalist Chip King left their longtime home of Providence for Portland and released in between their breakthrough albums All the Waters of the Earth Turn to Blood and Christs, Redeemers, Master expanded on the duo's love of layered worldbuilding with more precision and a stronger emphasis on percussive samples than ever before. This edition is expanded with rare bonus tracks from The Body's early days, taken from a pair of rare 7" singles Cop Killer/Dead Cops as well as a split with Get Killed. [Indie exclusive opaque jade blue vinyl pressing.]

Counting Crows - Recovering the Satellites 2xLP (Geffen)

1996 sophomore album from the alternative rock band fronted by Adam Duritz. The album was remastered from the original 1/4" production master tape. Classic songs on the album include "A Long December" and "Angels of the Silences". [Indie exclusive red lava color vinyl pressing.

Miles Davis - The Very Best of the Warner Bros. Sessions 1985 - 1991 CD/2xLP (Rhino)

2007 overview of Miles' career at Warner, featuring tracks from Tutu (1986), Music from Siesta (1987), Amandla (1989), and more.

Drug Church - Hygiene LP (Pure Noise)
Drug Church - Prude LP (Pure Noise)

Color vinyl reissues of the 2022 and 2024 studio albums from the American post-hardcore band. 

Fleetwood Mac - Greatest Hits 2xCD/2xLP (Rhino)

Deluxe edition of Fleetwood Mac's multi-platinum hits collection, featuring 10 more classics including "Landslide," "The Chain," "Silver Springs (Live)," "Big Love" and "You Make Loving Fun". [Indie exclusive translucent white vinyl pressing.]

Fu Manchu - Daredevil LP (At the Dojo)

Like a fine wine, Fu Manchu’s 1995 classic gets better with age. Daredevil was the band’s second LP and their final release on Bong Load Recordings. Led by singer/guitarist Scott Hill, drummer Ruben Romano and guitarist Eddie Glass returned for the ride joined by the debut of bassist Brad Davis, who has been with the band ever since. Out of print since 2015, the Tom Rothrock and Rob Schnapf helmed work is back and this time on an RSD Essentials limited edition exclusive Sky/Dune Buggy Blue swirl vinyl color repress of the 2015 remaster done by Carl Saff. 

Stan Getz - Big Band Bossa Nova (Verve Acoustic Sounds Series) LP (Verve)

Released in 1962 on Verve, Big Band Bossa Nova continued Stan Getz's early-1960s engagement with Brazilian music in a large-ensemble format. Produced by Creed Taylor and arranged/conducted by Gary McFarland, the album places Getz's tenor saxophone within orchestrated settings that combine brass and woodwind writing with the rhythmic qualities of samba and bossa nova. Recorded in August 1962 at Columbia's 30th Street Studio in New York, the session featured studio musicians including guitarist Jim Hall, trumpeter Doc Severinsen, bassist Tommy Williams, and drummer Johnny Rae. Verve's Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes remastered on 180g vinyl in deluxe gatefold packaging.

Goldford - Orange Blossoms LP (Many Hats)

2025 release. Goldford's soul music is rooted in truth. On his breakout EP, his raw, unvarnished songs are a balance of introspection and catharsis, grappling with heartbreak, healing, and the quiet revelations that come with growth. After spending a decade in corporate America, the St. Louis native (now based in Los Angeles) turned to music as a means of survival following a devastating personal loss. "I was more afraid of dying with regret than I was of failing," he says of his decision to finally choose the path at 30, a choice that set his entire trajectory in motion. That initial fearlessness has since fueled extraordinary momentum. [Indie exclusive orange vinyl pressing.]

Grateful Dead - Workingman's Dead LP (Rhino)

Rhino High Fidelity pressing. On June 14, 1970, the Grateful Dead released Workingman's Dead, an album that was unlike anything they’d ever done, pivoting from psychedelic improvisation to folk-rock storytelling for the “everyman." The album solidified the Jerry Garcia-Robert Hunter songwriting tandem as one of the best and most important songwriting collaborations in music history. The album reached the Top Thirty and included the single “Uncle John’s Band,” which climbed to #69 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart. Garcia, Bob Weir, Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, Phil Lesh, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart recorded the album in about 10 days at Pacific High Recording Studio in San Francisco.

Green Day - Nimrods O.S.T. 2xCD/2xLP (Reprise)

The "Nimrods" soundtrack features 22 of your favorite career-spanning Green Day songs plus soundtrack exclusives "I'm Never Gonna R.I.P" and four unreleased live songs the band recorded at the Palladium in Los Angeles featured in the movie. Additionally, the 2-LP soundtrack has songs from The Paradox, Ultra Q and McKenna Grace plus four tracks from Analog Dogs, the fictitious band "Nimrods" centers around. [Indie exclusive Woodstock Mud clear with brown swirl vinyl pressing.]

Jethro Tull - M.U.: The Best of Jethro Tull LP (Rhino)

M.U. was the band's first "greatest hits" album, with recordings made between 1969 and 1975. Featuring "Teacher," "Aqualung," "Locomotive Breath" and "Living in the Past," it also includes the non-album song "Rainbow Blues." This special edition has been cut as a half-speed by Miles Showell at Abbey Road; the source master and cutting lathe run at half-speed, allowing for greater precision and sonically a better high-frequency response.

B.B. King & Eric Clapton - Riding with the King CD/2xLP (Surfdog)

Guitar legends Eric Clapton and B.B. King first performed together in NYC in 1967. Over 30 years later, in 1999, the two longtime friends joined forces to create a collection of all new studio recordings of blues classics and contemporary songs. The resulting album, Riding with the King, was released in June 2000, sold over 2 million copies, and won the 2000 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Blues Album. [180 gram gold vinyl pressing.]

Knocked Loose - Pop Culture LP (Pure Noise)

Pop Culture was the post-hardcore band's first official release, featuring frontman Bryan Garris, guitarists Isaac Hale and Cole Crutchfield, bassist Kevin Otten, and drummer Pac Sun Piccadilly Records. The EP's aggressive, riff-heavy sound sits between hardcore, punk, and metal, with lyrics tackling themes like atheism, personal insecurities, and social critique. [White & black ice splatter vinyl pressing.]

Los Straitjackets - The Further Adventures Of Los Straitjackets LP (Yep Roc)

The Further Adventures of Los StraitJackets continues the band's conquest as the champion luchadores of instrumental rock. This 2009 masterpiece features 15 tracks of future vintage sounds straight from planet Straitjacket. Do not succumb to the evil temptations of mediocrity and check out Los StraitJackets' amazing journey to save the world one riff at a time. This long-out-of-print album is pressed on green vinyl and is limited to 1,000 copies worldwide! 

Shelly Manne - 2-3-4 (Verve Acoustic Sounds Series) LP (Impulse Records)

Recorded on February 5 & 8, 1962, drummer Shelly Manne's 2-3-4 is one of his most celebrated sessions and a standout in the Impulse! Catalog, produced by Bob Thiele and featuring Manne with tenor legend Coleman Hawkins, pianists Eddie Costa & Hank Jones, and bassist George Duvivier. The album blends swing tradition with modern improvisation, highlighting Hawkins in a late-career resurgence, Manne's subtle rhythmic guidance, and the ensemble's flexible interplay across duet, trio, and quartet settings. 

Martyr - Hopeless Hopes CD/2xLP (Relapse)
Martyr - Feeding the Abscess CD/LP (Relapse)

Reissues of the Canadian technical death/thrash metal band's 1997 and 2006 albums. [Blue and white marble and red and black swirl vinyl pressings, respectively.]

Curtis Mayfield - Curtis LP (Rhino)

Acclaimed self-titled debut by legendary soul man and titan of R&B, Curtis Mayfield. Written and produced by Mayfield for his own label Curtom Records, this chart-topping album releases on black vinyl and features some of his timeless classics like "Move On Up", "If a There's A Hell Below..." and "The Makings Of You."

Sergio Mendes - In Person at El Matador LP (Culture Factory)

Serigo Mendes' career took off with worldwide hits by his band Brasil '66. He released 35 albums and was known for his funky twist on bossa nova. He was nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song in 2012 as a co-writer of "Real in Rio" from the animated film Rio.

Nightmares on Wax - In a Space Outta Dub LP (Warp)

An inspired coming together of musical minds. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of In A Space Outta Sound, George Evelyn aka DJ E.A.S.E has handed over the tapes to dub maestro Adrian Sherwood to go on a heady version excursion with eight tracks from the original record, in the spirit of the reggae and sound system roots that informed the original album. The result is a fresh take on a much-loved classic, in the lineage of albums such as Massive Attack's No Protection and Spoon's Lucifer On The Moon. Features bold new re-works of iconic tracks such as "You Wish" (appearing here as "You Bliss") and "Flip Ya Lid" (mutated into "Flippin Eck"). 

Yoko Ono - Season of Glass CD (Secretly Canadian)

Recently reissued on vinyl, now available on CD. The experimental art-pop artist's 1981 album, originally released just seven months after the senseless murder of Ono's husband and creative partner, John Lennon. Full of songs about love, loss, anger and fear, the album reflected Ono's experience in stark detail, creating almost a companion piece to Ono and Lennon's 1970 Plastic Ono Band "primal scream" albums. Backed by the same band that had played on Double Fantasy, the sound of Season of Glass sits in alignment next to that album, which at the time was already considered an artistic triumph for Ono. 

Orgone - New You LP (Colemine Records)

Colemine is pleased to bring yet another Orgone cult classic record to vinyl for the first time! 'New You,' originally a CD-only release in 2013, is timeless funk & soul - deep pocket & heavy grooves. Now, over a decade later, it is finally available in LP form. Orgone has been delivering dirty, organic, California soul with heart since 2001; music that grabs you by the collar, pulls you to your feet and shoves you onto the dance floor. It all started with two kids from the San Fernando Valley, whose shared affinity for gritty soul records of the 60s and 70s collided with the colorful music cultures brewing in Los Angeles during the late 90s. 

John Prine - Prime Prine LP (Atlantic)

A wonderful compilation from John Prine's Atlantic years, featuring highlights from all four albums. First time on LP in the US since the original 1976 release. Rhino Reserve: 180g black, single pocket jacket, poly bag with wrap over sticker. Cut from original analog masters by Matthew Lutthans at The Mastering Lab and pressed at Fidelity Record Pressing.

Queensryche - Rage for Order LP (Capitol)

Queensryche's Rage for Order splashed onto the scene in 1986, pushing their early metal sound into something colder and more experimental. Layered with chilly synths and sharp production, the record leans into a futuristic, almost industrial feel. It's sleek, strange, and a clear step away from straight-ahead metal. This clear shift in direction left a mark that still reverberates to this day.

Ramones - Ramones: Live at the Roxy 2xLP (Rhino)

Legendary performances of The Ramones on their first US tour, these 2 sets were recorded on August 12, 1976 and were the band's first performances in Los Angeles. This is the first time both sets are on LP in their entirety. [Translucent tan vinyl pressing.]

Sepultura - Arise: Rough Mixes (Scott Burns Mix) LP (Atlantic)

Produced by Scott Burns and Sepultura, Arise was Brazilian heavy metal band Sepultura's fourth album, and includes the single "Dead Embryonic Cells." Only available in Brazil, this very rare edition was originally rush released for Sepultura's appearance at the 1991 Rock In Rio festival, and features alternative cover artwork, as well as Scott Burns' original "rough mix" before is was remixed by Andy Wallace.

Todd Snider - Best Of All My Songs 6xLP (Aimless Records)

This exclusive 6LP box set captures the essence of Todd Snider’s remarkable 30-year journey, recorded live at The Purple Building in East Nashville. During the pandemic, Todd’s Sunday livestreams became a lifeline for fans. These performances brought music, humor, and storytelling together, creating a sense of community when it was needed most. Now, for the first time, these intimate performances are available on vinyl, featuring 49 tracks handpicked by Todd, including acoustic versions of fan favorites and rare storytelling moments officially released for the first time. [Indie exclusive yellow vinyl pressing.]

The Story So Far - Under Soil and Dirt LP (Pure Noise)
The Story So Far - I Want to Disappear LP (Pure Noise)

Color vinyl pressings of the pop-punk/alt-rock band's 2011 and 2024 albums. [Yellow with multicolor splatter and milky clear with rainbow splatter vinyl pressings, respectively.]

Susto - & I'm Fine Today LP (Acid Boys)

Vinyl reissue of the 2017 album from the indie rock / Americana artist.

Thievery Corporation - Radio Retaliation 2xLP (Thievery Corporation)

Join an outernational music revolution with a classic from the pioneering sonic-seekers Thievery Corporation. Moving seamlessly through a vast myriad of global sounds, Hilton and Garza have created their opus. Featuring special guests Femi Kuti, Seu Jorge, Anoushka Shankar, Chuck Brown, Sleepy Wonder, Verny Varela, Notch, Zee and LouLou. This new re-issue includes the bonus track, "Philosopher's Stone."

Tirez Tirez - Story of the Year LP (Numero)

Before relocating to downtown New York, Mikel Rouse led Tirez Tirez, a Kansas City group formed in the mid-1970s that bridged new wave, minimalism, and experimental pop. The band gained early attention opening for Talking Heads on their 1978 tour, with David Byrne remaining a supporter as Rouse transitioned into New York's experimental scene, where he connected with figures like Arthur Russell. Story Of The Year draws from recordings made during this shift, combining earlier Tirez Tirez material with later sessions produced in New York and Brussels. Released in 1982/83 on Les Disques du Crépuscule, the album reflects Rouse's early use of system-based composition within a band format, incorporating layered rhythms and phase-based repetition that would later inform his role in developing totalism. 

War - Greatest Hits LP (Rhino)

Celebrating 50 years of War's platinum-certified album, featuring their iconic tracks "The World Is A Ghetto," "Why Can't We Be Friends," "Low Rider," and many more. Pressed on 180g black vinyl with lacquers cut by Kevin Gray.

Ween - 12 Golden Country Greats 2xCD/3xLP (Elektra)

Of all the adventurous things the rock band known as Ween has done over their career, recording a straight-up country album with legendary Nashville session musicians was probably the most surprising. There was that great moment in the '60s when everybody went to Nashville to record, whether it was Bob Dylan, or Leonard Cohen, etc. 12 Golden Country Greats is one of those records. Nobody did that in 1996; an alternative rock act going to Nashville to record an album at the legendary Bradley's Barn. Ween did, though... To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of 12 Golden Country Greats, Rhino has remastered the 1996 album (the non-sample version) alongside previously unreleased and rare demos and studio outtakes for a total of 36 tracks.

Yes - The Yes Album Blu-Ray (Atlantic)
Yes - Fragile Blu-Ray (Atlantic)
Yes - Close to the Edge Blu-Ray (Atlantic)

Blu-Ray audio editions of the progressive rock band's 1971 and 1972 studio albums, featuring the 2025 Steven Wilson Atmos, 5.1 DTS-HD MA, Stereo Remix & Instrumental Mixes along with Bernie Grundman's remaster of the original album mix. 

Lester Young - Laughin' to Keep from Cryin' (Verve Acoustic Sounds Series) LP (Verve)

Recorded and released in 1958, just over a year before his death, Laughin' to Keep from Cryin' captures saxophonist Lester Young in one of his final studio sessions. Though his tone had softened, Young's phrasing remains fluid and expressive, favoring subtlety over force. Produced by Norman Granz, the date brings together Roy Eldridge and Harry "Sweets" Edison on trumpet, whose contrasting styles (fiery drive and relaxed, bluesy restraint) create a compelling musical contrast. Backed by Hank Jones (piano), Herb Ellis (guitar), George Duvivier (bass), and Mickey Sheen (drums), the session blends small-group swing with a polished studio feel. Highlights include "They Can't Take That Away from Me" and "Salute to Benny," a tribute to Benny Goodman, who gave Young his first clarinet. Verve's Acoustic Sounds Series features transfers from analog tapes remastered on 180g vinyl.

ZZ Top - World Wide Texas Tour LP (Rhino)

Originally a promotional release to support ZZ Top's 1976 world tour, this serves as a perfect sampler of their first four albums and contains many of their biggest hits up to that point in their career. Available at retail for the first time. 140g black vinyl pressing.