Cherry Red's Esoteric Recordings imprint has recently continued its campaign dedicated to U.K. prog heroes Barclay James Harvest with the release of the group's 1978 album XII as a 2-CD/1-DVD set. This reissue follows similarly-formatted editions of the band's Everyone is Everybody Else (1974) and Gone to Earth (1977), both of which were released by the label in 2016. John Lees founded Barclay James Harvest in 1966 with Les Holroyd, Mel Pritchard and Stuart "Wooly" Wolstenholme. After one
UPDATE: Thank You Friends: New Big Star Compilation Coming In May
UPDATE 5/24/17 TO ORIGINAL POST OF 3/6/17: If you do as Replacements frontman Paul Westerberg says and "never travel far without a little Big Star," some new products related to the legendarily underrated Memphis rockers may find a place on your shelves. Set for release on June 16 from Stax Records and Craft Recordings, the new compilation The Best of Big Star tidily collects (on one CD, digitally, or 2 LPs playable at 45 RPM) 16 tracks from the legendary band's #1 Record, Radio City and
Get a Brand New Walk: Real Gone's July Slate Features Dusty Springfield, Keely Smith, Eddy Arnold, Tim Buckley and Loma Singles
It's not even Memorial Day yet, but we're already looking ahead to the heart of summer for upcoming reissues and now we've got Real Gone's slate due just after Independence Day on July 7. As is usually the case with this label, it's an eclectic group of releases. You've already heard the news about Second Disc Records and Real Gone's A Little Magic, A Little Kindness from Laura Nyro, with notes by our very own Joe Marchese, but Joe's notes are also featured in two other Real Gone releases in
Jones-ing for New Vinyl: Concord Presses 2LP "Raiders of the Lost Ark" Soundtrack
As an old movie poster once said: "If adventure has a name, it must be Indiana Jones." Well, if adventure has a soundtrack, it's John Williams' unforgettable score to the first Indiana Jones film, 1981's Raiders of the Lost Ark, which will bow on vinyl next June in an expanded pressing. Williams was, of course, the perfect man to provide the music of the 1930s globetrotting, fedora-clad archaeologist/adventurer played to perfection by Harrison Ford. After all, Indy's creators were director
'Til You're Satisfied: Big Break Collects The Best of B.T. Express On New 2-CD Set
Big Break Records has just boarded the B.T. Express - destination: the crossroads of funk, soul, and disco. Give Up the Funk: The B.T. Express Anthology 1974-1982 is a comprehensive, career-spanning 2-CD, 31-track chronicle of the band that scored ten U.S. R&B chart entries (including two No. 1s) and five on the Pop chart (two top 5s). B.T. Express was formed by Richard "Rick" Thompson on guitar, Bill Risbrook (tenor saxophone), Carlos Ward (alto saxophone), Louis Risbrook (bass), Dennis
Masters of Their Craft: Concord Assembles New Reissue Label
Concord Bicycle Music has been an aggressive recent player in catalogue music. The indie giant has succeeded with a variety of jazz, soul and rock titles, controlling such labels as Fantasy, Stax and Wind-Up Records; elsewhere, they've brought the Traveling Wilburys discography back into print and signed a bold deal with R.E.M. to distribute their Warner Bros.-era masters, from 1988 to their final bow in 2011. With all this activity, Concord's latest step was inevitable: they announced last
Ring Out, Solstice Bells: Steven Wilson Remixes Jethro Tull's "Songs From the Wood" for New Reissue
The very successful and long-running Jethro Tull reissue series--complete with new mixes from master mixer Steven Wilson--continues apace with the 40th anniversary of 1977's Songs From the Wood, celebrated in a new 3CD/2DVD edition due out this May. The group's ninth album was the first in a loose trilogy of progressive folk albums that found the group trading in its hard rock sound for a more lush and experimental arrangement, in turn celebrating its medieval roots and heritage ("a
The Sound of Old T. Rex: Edsel Loads "Bolan's Zip Gun" In New Deluxe Edition with "Futuristic Dragon"
This fall will mark 40 years since Marc Bolan's untimely death in a car crash in September 1977 at the age of 29, yet in that time, the music he left behind with T. Rex has only grown in stature. Hardly a year has gone by without posthumous compilations, deluxe reissues, and box sets, and 2017 is shaping up similarly. Edsel has recently followed its book-style box sets dedicated to Born to Boogie and the pairing of Tanx and Zinc Alloy with a new 3-CD Deluxe Edition bringing together Bolan's
Hot Blooded: Foreigner Celebrate Four Decades with New Compilation
Just a little over four decades ago, on March 8, 1977, Foreigner hit record shelves. The album was the self-titled Atlantic Records debut of the band consisting of Mick Jones, Lou Gramm, Dennis Elliot, Al Greenwood, Ian McDonald and Ed Gagliardi. The record would become a smash-hit, eventually going 5X platinum and launching Foreigner into superstardom right out of the gate. To celebrate this anniversary, Rhino is releasing a new 2-CD and 2-LP compilation entitled 40 on May 19. Foreigner
You Should Be Dancing: Bee Gees Release First Compilation Under New Catalog Deal
The first Bee Gees catalog title under the group's new deal with Capitol is a new compilation due later this month, it was announced today. Timeless: The All-Time Greatest Hits collects 21 of the Australian trio's greatest hits from 1966 to 1987, all personally selected by Barry Gibb. In his introduction in the package, Barry Gibb (the group's sole surviving member) writes, "These songs, I feel, are the songs that Maurice, Robin, and I would be most proud of." While it's not terribly
Helium Discography Rising with New Vinyl Reissues
More than two decades after '90s noise-pop outfit Helium disbanded, Matador Records is celebrating their influence with a pair of vinyl reissues and a new rarities compilation due this spring. Formed in Boston, Helium underwent a variety of lineup shifts before signing to Matador, where the group was comprised of vocalist/guitarist Mary Timony, a singer in the fantastic tradition of Deborah Harry and Kim Gordon; bassist Ash Bowie, and former Dumptruck drummer Shawn King Devlin. Catchy singles
Stranger Than Kindness: Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds Prep New Compilation
In January, an aspiring young New Zealand comedian posed a humorous question on Twitter trying to ascertain the identity of a certain celebrity he encountered. Of course, that striking visage is none other than alt-rock icon Nick Cave--but if you're looking to learn more about him, a new compilation will cover your needs. Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds this week announced Lovely Creatures: The Best of Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds 1984-2014, a new, multi-format compilation designed to introduce
Seasons In The Sun: Frank, Dusty, Petula, More Salute Rod McKuen On New Anthology
In the case of Rod McKuen, "prolific" might well have been an understatement. Before he turned 35, McKuen had already lived many lives - from farm hand, lumberjack, rodeo cowboy, disk jockey, and U.S. Army veteran to singer, songwriter, actor, and the most commercially successful poet of his time - or any other. Despite an enviable career that saw him receive two Academy Award nominations and Frank Sinatra dedicate an entire album to him, the songs of Rod McKuen frequently haven't received
Thank You Friends: New Big Star Tribute Set, Compilation Coming in April
If you do as Replacements frontman Paul Westerberg says and "never travel far without a little Big Star," some new products related to the legendarily underrated Memphis rockers may find a place on your shelves. Concord Bicycle Music recently announced the springtime release of Thank You, Friends: Big Star's Third Live...and More. This exciting set pays tribute to the legendary power pop band's "lost" third album, recorded in 1974 but shelved until 1978, after the band broke up. In 2010,
It's a Fine Life: Shirley Bassey, Steve Marriott, Cliff Richard, Original Casts Salute Lionel Bart On New Box Set
With Oliver!, Lionel Bart created one of the most enduring musicals of all time. Yet there was more to Bart than just the one show - though it was the only international hit he would ever write. In between palling around with The Rolling Stones and Andrew Loog Oldham at the height of Swingin' London, Bart dominated the pop charts and the musical theatre stage. Now, Cherry Red's el label has celebrated this quintessential British songwriter on a new 5-CD box set. Consider Yourself! The Highs
New Looks: Real Gone's April Slate Includes B.J. Thomas, David Allan Coe, Jack Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg
As the winter season draws to a close, we now look ahead to spring. Real Gone Music has just announced its titles for the first full month of the season. Due on April 7, the new slate features country and spoken word projects together with a few limited vinyl repressings. First up is a release featuring notes by our very own Joe Marchese. The single disc New Looks from an Old Lover - The Complete Columbia Singles from B.J. Thomas gathers up all of the A and B sides the singer recorded for
"Tomorrow's" Here! New Reissue Shines Light on The Modulators
When news came through that Brooklyn label Manufactured Recordings was reissuing Tomorrow's Coming, the sole full-length LP by cult power-pop group The Modulators, we at Second Disc HQ knew we couldn't just do an ordinary news post. It's not just the music--although the music, a sugary-sweet blend of Raspberries-esque dream pop and Marshall Crenshaw-ian jangle-crunch, is thoroughly worth your time. Ultimately, our interest is piqued by the original label that released Tomorrow's Coming:
Rock and Roll, Hoochie Koo: Cherry Red Collects Derringer, Hawkwind Albums on New Box Sets
Cherry Red Records has recently continued its series of "complete albums"-style box sets with a set from Derringer on its Hear No Evil Recordings imprint, and a continuation of the Hawkwind story from its Atomhenge imprint. Guitarist/songwriter/producer Rick Derringer has one of the most enviable C.V.s in all of rock and roll - as lead singer of The McCoys' classic oldie "Hang On, Sloopy," as writer of the hit "Rock 'n' Roll Hoochie Koo," as producer of "Weird Al" Yankovic's beloved parodies
Over The Moon: Masterworks Celebrates Steven Spielberg and John Williams On New Box
For over 40 years, the names of director Steven Spielberg and composer John Williams have been inextricably linked. Since 1973's The Sugarland Express on which they first worked together, only two Spielberg pictures have not featured a score by Williams (1985's The Color Purple and 2015's Bridge of Spies). On March 17, Sony Masterworks will celebrate the enduring collaboration of these two titanic talents with the release of John Williams and Steven Spielberg: The Ultimate Collection. This
Kick Out the Jams: New Label, Run Out Groove, Lets You Pick the LPs
With nearly a decade of Record Store Day celebrations and a stunning uptick in sales, there's little question that there's been some sort of vinyl revolution lately Now, a new label is looking to add to that by putting pressing power in the hands of buyers. Run Out Groove, a recently-launched vinyl boutique label, aims to issue new LP-only compilations with a twist: they pitch you the projects, to be determined by a majority vote. Afterward, a 30-day pre-order period ensues, resulting in an
How Happy I Can Be: 7a Records Releases Rare Davy Jones On New Live Single
Attention all daydream believers! The diehard Monkeephiles at 7a Records have an upcoming release that's sure to cheer up sleepy Jean. Oh what can it mean? On February 24, the 7a team will unveil the label's latest limited-edition vinyl single, and its first from the late, great Davy Jones. Daydream Believer/I Wanna Be Free captures Jones' performances of the two all-time Monkees classics recorded on his 1981 tour of Japan. This 7-inch single, strictly limited to 500 copies pressed on
Turn The World Around: Legacy Celebrates Harry Belafonte's 90th with New Collection
On March 1, Harry Belafonte will turn 90 years old. To mark the occasion, the acclaimed actor, singer, songwriter, activist, humanitarian and American icon has looked back on his storied career to curate a new collection for Legacy Recordings. When Colors Come Together: The Legacy of Harry Belafonte is a single-disc, 19-track compendium drawing on the venerable entertainer's RCA recordings released between 1956 and 1972, and features one new recording performed by a children's
Stop The World! Cherry Red's él Label Reissues Anthony Newley, Peter Sellers, John Barry, José Feliciano, More
Cherry Red's él imprint had a busy 2016, most recently with a number of titles from Anita Kerr including We Dig Anita! and box sets dedicated to her recordings with The Anita Kerr Singers and The San Sebastian Strings. We've already filled you in on most of the imprint's titles from last year, but here are some nice things you might have missed from the él catalogue, many of which have been drawn from the vaults of Ember Records. John Barry Plays 007 and Other '60s Themes for Film,
Cool It Now: New Edition Digital Reissues (And More) Unveiled
Ahead of an officially-sanctioned TV biopic of the lives and careers of New Edition, Universal Music Enterprises has digitally expanded four of the group's studio albums plus an additional four spin-off projects. The band's classic-era output for MCA Records, New Edition (1984), All for Love (1985), Heart Break (1988) and the reunion album Home Again (1996), as well as Bobby Brown's Don't Be Cruel (1988), Bell Biv DeVoe's Poison (1990) and 1990 solo albums by members Johnny Gill and Ralph
See You Later: Vangelis to Remaster Polydor Catalogue in New Box
Greek synthesizer legend Vangelis has recently overseen a CD box set of some of his most celebrated albums for release next year. Delectus features 13 Vangelis albums released between 1973 and 1985 for the Vertigo and Polydor labels. This includes studio creations like Earth (1973), China (1979), See You Later (1980), Soil Festivities (1984) and Mask (1985) plus soundtrack albums like the nature documentaries L'Apocalypse des animaux (1975), Opera Sauvage (1979) and Antarctica (1983) and the
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