The Long Ear

What's New 3-8-24

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Republic

Grande is no stranger to the evolution of sound, constantly redefining pop music. With Eternal Sunshine, she's poised to embark on her most ambitious journey yet by plunging headfirst into house music. Collaboration with the legendary Max Martin further assures that her newest will not only feature her signature vocal prowess but also innovative production.

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Capitol/Blue Note

A vibrant and joyous 12-song set that finds Jones singing about feeling free, wanting to dance, making it right, and acceptance of what life brings. It’s the yang to the yin that was Pick Me Up Off The Floor, Jones’ last album released early in the pandemic lockdown of 2020 and foreshadowed many of the dark emotions of that period.

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Lightning Rod Records

Taj adds to his legendary legacy with an extraordinary set recorded at the Tulsa studio best known as the home base of the late, great Leon Russell. The ten songs reach across multiple genres that he has explored in his incomparable career: country blues, reggae, R&B, Cajun, Caribbean, gospel, jazz and Hawaiian slack-key.

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Epic

Fast-paced and heavy but with the traditional feel that has made Judas Priest the 50-year Metal institution they are, Invincible Shield is an album that should delight their army of fans, encourage the curious new wave, and hopefully provide a few new classics on their forthcoming tour.

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Water Tower Music/gamma.

Boasting an ensemble cast like no other - Fantasia's soulful melodies, Taraji B. Henson's emotive depth, Colman Domingo's captivating energy, Danielle Brooks' powerful resonance, H.E.R's contemporary artistry, and Hallie Bailey's radiant vocals promises an auditory experience that's both deeply nostalgic and refreshingly new.

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