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Omar Garcia
It's anyone's guess as to what a major pop label is doing with an underground poet/rapper from Puerto Rico who doesn't perform reggaetón.
It's anyone's guess as to what a major pop label is doing with an underground poet/rapper from Puerto Rico who doesn't perform reggaetón.
Choices
In the wake of Terence Blanchard's 2008 Grammy Award-winning album "A Tale of God's Will (A Requiem for Katrina)," the New Orleans-based trumpeter/composer embarks on a new, dramatic song cycle that plumbs the depths of personal and societal decision-making.
In the wake of Terence Blanchard's 2008 Grammy Award-winning album "A Tale of God's Will (A Requiem for Katrina)," the New Orleans-based trumpeter/composer embarks on a new, dramatic song cycle that plumbs the depths of personal and societal decision-making.
One Love
A manifesto for the synthesis of dance and hip-hop, French DJ David Guetta's new album "One Love" turns out top 40-friendly songs while remaining true to dance club culture.
A manifesto for the synthesis of dance and hip-hop, French DJ David Guetta's new album "One Love" turns out top 40-friendly songs while remaining true to dance club culture.
Turn Me Loose
R&B artist Ledisi's new album, "Turn Me Loose," on which she collaborates with new producers and even sports a Mohawk (on the cover), serves as her official coming-out party.
R&B artist Ledisi's new album, "Turn Me Loose," on which she collaborates with new producers and even sports a Mohawk (on the cover), serves as her official coming-out party.
Ursa Major
Six years have passed since the release of the rock band's last album, "Out of the Vein," but the new set finds the group is still writing upbeat and off-kilter pop songs.
Six years have passed since the release of the rock band's last album, "Out of the Vein," but the new set finds the group is still writing upbeat and off-kilter pop songs.
Run This Town
Jay-Z demands respect for his Roc Nation conglomerate on the militant first single from his anticipated "Blueprint 3."
Jay-Z demands respect for his Roc Nation conglomerate on the militant first single from his anticipated "Blueprint 3."
I Get Around
Long-hustling Motor City native K'Jon makes no attempt to conceal the considerable legwork he's put into earning his major-label debut.
Long-hustling Motor City native K'Jon makes no attempt to conceal the considerable legwork he's put into earning his major-label debut.
Holy Are You
Rakim's first new single since 1999's "When I B on Tha Mic" begins promisingly but chugs along on a synth-driven beat that's more '99 than '09.
Rakim's first new single since 1999's "When I B on Tha Mic" begins promisingly but chugs along on a synth-driven beat that's more '99 than '09.
Stupid Love
Romantic missteps have long served as inspiration for pop music, but it's rare to see it done without minor-chord self-pity.
Romantic missteps have long served as inspiration for pop music, but it's rare to see it done without minor-chord self-pity.
Maybe
The last track to make it onto Ingrid Michaelson's upcoming album, "Maybe," gets off to a melancholy start but quickly takes off thanks to resonant lyrics.
The last track to make it onto Ingrid Michaelson's upcoming album, "Maybe," gets off to a melancholy start but quickly takes off thanks to resonant lyrics.
I Love You
No song on Amanda Blank's debut album, "I Love You," runs longer than four minutes, and the whole 11-track set is only 33 minutes. But that's all the Philadelphia-born rapper needs to claim her place as DJ culture's new "it" girl.
No song on Amanda Blank's debut album, "I Love You," runs longer than four minutes, and the whole 11-track set is only 33 minutes. But that's all the Philadelphia-born rapper needs to claim her place as DJ culture's new "it" girl.
Love Drunk
On the title track to Boys Like Girls' second album (out in September), the group offers a rowdy retaliation to Metro Station's "Shake It," last summer's pop-punk anthem.
On the title track to Boys Like Girls' second album (out in September), the group offers a rowdy retaliation to Metro Station's "Shake It," last summer's pop-punk anthem.
I'm Going Away
On the eighth release from the brother-and-sister duo of Eleanor and Matthew Friedberger, the pair moves away from its usual experimentation and focuses more on a sound reminiscent of '70s rock music.
On the eighth release from the brother-and-sister duo of Eleanor and Matthew Friedberger, the pair moves away from its usual experimentation and focuses more on a sound reminiscent of '70s rock music.
Welcome To The Future
Written with frequent collaborator Chris DuBois, "Welcome to the Future" is modern country at its best—topical and entertaining.
Written with frequent collaborator Chris DuBois, "Welcome to the Future" is modern country at its best—topical and entertaining.
DePedro
Spanish singer/songwriter Jairo Zavala became a touring member of Tucson, Ariz.-based rock band Calexico in 2004. On his solo debut, members of Calexico return the favor with stunning results. "
Spanish singer/songwriter Jairo Zavala became a touring member of Tucson, Ariz.-based rock band Calexico in 2004. On his solo debut, members of Calexico return the favor with stunning results. "
Oro
Electronic trio Palenke Soultribe seamlessly combines Colombian rhythms with Chemical Brothers-style beats to create its own joyous mix.
Electronic trio Palenke Soultribe seamlessly combines Colombian rhythms with Chemical Brothers-style beats to create its own joyous mix.
People Get Ready
As the 2008 winner of the Gospel Music Channel's "Gospel Dream" competition, Melinda Watts has demonstrated a captivating stage presence and an expressive voice that she puts to good use on her new album, "People Get Ready.
As the 2008 winner of the Gospel Music Channel's "Gospel Dream" competition, Melinda Watts has demonstrated a captivating stage presence and an expressive voice that she puts to good use on her new album, "People Get Ready.
Karam
Guinea-Bissau, West Africa, native Kimi Djabate is the latest in a lineage of griots, and he's one of the most talented members of his musically blessed family. Djabate's debut album, "Karam," is a quiet tour de force.
Guinea-Bissau, West Africa, native Kimi Djabate is the latest in a lineage of griots, and he's one of the most talented members of his musically blessed family. Djabate's debut album, "Karam," is a quiet tour de force.
Gloriana
Country act Gloriana's self-titled debut album has a vibrant sound that's driven by the incredible four-part harmonies from group members Tom Gossin, Mike Gossin, Rachel Reinert and Cheyenne Kimball.
Country act Gloriana's self-titled debut album has a vibrant sound that's driven by the incredible four-part harmonies from group members Tom Gossin, Mike Gossin, Rachel Reinert and Cheyenne Kimball.
Hot Mess
Cobra Starship first gained momentum after the 2006 release of its "Snakes on a Plane (Bring It)" theme song for "Snakes on a Plane," and the New York dance-rock act hasn't stopped since.
Cobra Starship first gained momentum after the 2006 release of its "Snakes on a Plane (Bring It)" theme song for "Snakes on a Plane," and the New York dance-rock act hasn't stopped since.
Keep On Loving You
Country singer Reba McEntire doesn't miss a beat on "Keep On Loving You," her debut album for Valory Music.
Country singer Reba McEntire doesn't miss a beat on "Keep On Loving You," her debut album for Valory Music.
Make Her Say
What started as a brazen remix of one of the biggest pop hits of the year is now Kid Cudi's official second single.
What started as a brazen remix of one of the biggest pop hits of the year is now Kid Cudi's official second single.
Burn Burn
Nearly four years have passed since Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace released a studio album and the band cut ties with longtime label Sony and producer Bob Rock.
Nearly four years have passed since Canadian rock band Our Lady Peace released a studio album and the band cut ties with longtime label Sony and producer Bob Rock.
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The second single from Jason Michael Carroll's second Arista album, "Growing Up Is Getting Old," is a poignant ballad written by Zane Williams about a divided family.
The second single from Jason Michael Carroll's second Arista album, "Growing Up Is Getting Old," is a poignant ballad written by Zane Williams about a divided family.
Josephine
Given Magnolia Electric Co. singer/guitarist Jason Molina's prolific presence in country-rock during the past decade, "Josephine," his first proper album in three years, feels like the end of a long drought.
Given Magnolia Electric Co. singer/guitarist Jason Molina's prolific presence in country-rock during the past decade, "Josephine," his first proper album in three years, feels like the end of a long drought.
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