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Blackberry Smoke – Be Right Here CD/LP (3 Legged)

Hailed as “the reigning heavyweight champions of Southern rock” (No Depression), Atlanta- based quintet Blackberry Smoke is back with their eighth studio album, Be Right Here, produced by Dave Cobb. Be Right Here follows 2021’s You Hear Georgia, which was the best-selling country and Americana/folk album in the country, entered at #7 on the Billboard Rock Albums chart and #4 on the Billboard Top Albums chart. Released to critical acclaim, No Depression praised the band for being “as much students of singer-songwriter folk and outlaw country as they are of jam-based, chest-pumping rock,” while Guitar World declared “Many try to reproduce that holy grail, golden-era-of-classic-rock sound through their six-string escapades, yet only a handful ultimately succeed. One such band who succeeds in spades is Blackberry Smoke, whose most recent album You Hear Georgia serves up 10 tracks of pure rock ‘n’ roll bliss.” [An indie store exclusive gold color vinyl pressing is available.]

Chromeo – Adult Contemporary CD/2xLP (BMG)

Approaching the 20-year mark of their storied career, Chromeo unveil their sixth studio album, Adult Contemporary. The aptly named LP sees the iconic Canadian duo of Dave 1 (Dave Macklovitch) and P-Thugg (Patrick Gemayel) exploring what it means to be funky in your 30s and 40s. As the riotous early 2000s era that propelled them to indie superstardom becomes the stuff of legends, the Funklordz approach this new chapter with their groove intact.

The Dream Syndicate – Live Through The Past, Darkly CD+DVD/2xLP+DVD (Label 51 Recordings)

Never-before released live audio spanning the The Dream Syndicate’s entire career from 1983 to 2023 including Karl Precoda, Paul Cutler, Jason Victor with Steve Wynn, Dennis Duck and Mark Walton. Plus, special guest Vicki Peterson of the Bangles on a searing 15-minute version of “John Coltrane Stereo Blues” from the band’s recent London appearance. Coupled with a DVD that includes a documentary features a documentary and previously unreleased one-hour 1983 live concert. [A limited-edition orange and blue double-LP vinyl pressing is available.]

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Celtic Woman – Celtic Woman 20 (20^th Anniversary) CD (Celtic Woman)

Celtic Woman returns with a brand-new album to celebrate this incredible 20-year milestone. 20 (20th Anniversary) features 18 new recordings and is the group’s first new studio album since 2021’s Postcards From Ireland. It features new arrangements of beautiful and iconic songs, some new compositions and, of course, some fan favorites.

Madi Diaz – Weird Faith CD/LP+MP3 (ANTI-)

Madi Diaz has been making records and writing songs professionally since the mid-2000s, but it wasn’t until she released 2021’s History Of A Feeling that she felt the glare of wider notoriety. It wasn’t her debut album, but it certainly felt like it. She made her daytime and nighttime television debuts, embarked on her first solo tour since 2012, and supported Waxahatchee and Angel Olsen on tour, and collaborated with them on record. Harry Styles handpicked Diaz to open for him in arenas and stadiums in North America, and was so taken by her captivating live show, he asked her to be a member of his touring band, to sing alongside him all over Europe and the UK, as well as continuing to open the show in various cities. After three months on the road touring internationally, Diaz is back in Nashville, and now releases her new album, Weird Faith. Featuring Kacey Musgraves and produced by Sam Cohen and Konrad Snyder, Weird Faith is expansive and exploratory, showcasing her growth as a songwriter and speaking earnestly about the fears that come from falling in love again. [An indie store exclusive opaque green color vinyl pressing is available.]

Eminem – The Marshall Mathers LP 2 (10^th Anniversary Edition) 2xCD/4xLP (Interscope)

The 10th Anniversary Expanded Deluxe Edition of The Marshall Mathers LP2 features 11 bonus tracks, including B-sides and instrumentals. Originally released on November 5, 2013, the album serves as a sequel to The Marshall Mathers LP released in 2000. It features the singles “Berzerk”, “Survival”, “Rap God”, “Headlights”, and “The Monster, ” which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album won Eminem a record sixth Grammy Award for Best Rap Album and is now certified 4x platinum.

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Ghoul – Noxious Concoctions CD/LP (Tank Crimes)

Creepsylvanian cannibal splatterthrashers Ghoul returns with this five-song EP, Noxious Concoctions. Vicious thrash and death metal. A must have for any Ghoulunatic wondering where the world of Creepsylvania was left at the end of the last hit album, Dungeon Bastards. A real neck wrecker.

Taylor McCall – Mellow War CD/2xLP (Thirty Tigers)

Mellow War is Taylor McCall’s second studio album and first production project. This album was co-produced by Taylor McCall and Sean McConnell. This album features Taylor’s late grandfather during his days in Vietnam on the cover as well as the intro track, “Sinking Sand”, from his days as a pastor. His mother also is singing in the choir. Mellow War explores the balance of good and evil, destruction and healing and the importance of having faith in the darkest of times.

Hannah Wicklund – The Prize CD/LP (Label 51)

Hannah Wicklund is a 26-year-old Nashville-based, South Carolina-born rock singer, songwriter, guitarist, pianist, and painter. She self-released her first album which has garnered 10 million Spotify streams. She is supporting Greta Van Fleet on their winter European tour and headlining her own Spring tour in 2024. Hannah recently played at the Eric Clapton Crossroads Festival on the emerging artist stage. [A limited-edition pink color vinyl pressing is available.]

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