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September 2008 new titles

CDs, Videos and Talking Books - New Titles
October 2008

CDs

BLUES

The best of Bob Dylan's Theme time radio hour  

The best of Bob Dylan's Theme time radio hour. Volume 2  

The tracklisting reflects Dylan's wide taste.

Orange blossoms  JJ Grey & Mofro.

Blend of deep Southern soul and murky funk.

Yes we can!  Maria Muldaur.

With guests Bonnie Raitt, Joan Baez, Phoebe Snow, Odetta and Jane Fonda.

The four seasons : concertos for violin, strings and basso continuo, op. 8, nos. 1-4  Vivaldi & Tartini

Joshua Bell recorded this year in London.

Tennessee pusher  Old Crow Medicine Show.

OCMS have made a name for themselves as energetic performers with an unbridled spirit.

Angela Desveaux & the mighty ship  

A sparkling alt country album that highlights this brilliant new voice and her poignant songwriting.

D'ici et d'aileurs  Soha.

Born to Algerian parents in Marseille, France, Soha embodies a mixture of cultural and ethnic roots, with a style that is unaffected, fresh and spontaneous.

The women: original motion picture soundtrack.  

Includes Goldfrapp, Feist, KT Tunstall and Annie Lennox

Fire & light  Fiona Pears.

Returns from the UK to launch her fourth CD, a fiery melting pot of Latin, Jazz, Tango and Classical, as well as some hot traditional Gypsy favourites.

Energy  Fourplay.

Fourplay is a side project for pianist Bob James, drummer Harvey Mason, bassist Nathan East, and guitarist Larry Carlton. This is expertly performed smooth, groovy jazz played by masters of the genre.

ParalleL 37  

Recorded in the early 80s, this album features an all-star lineup including NZ jazz greats Brian Smith, Mike Nock, and Frank Gibson, collaborating with guitar legend John Scofield, vibraphone pioneer Milt Jackson, Steve Erquiaga & Emily Remler.

The Sinatra project  Michael Feinstein.

"came across as a seasoned swing-band vocalist with almost as much visceral clout as Frank Sinatra" -New York Times

Then and now : the definitive Herbie Hancock.  

Bossa n' Marley : the electro-bossa songbook of Bob Marley.  

The Cole Porter mix  Patricia Barber.

Stunning celebration of the great Cole Porter's songbook from this singular singer and pianist.

Simone on Simone  

Simone is very much her mother Nina's daughter, but she is most assuredly a multi-talented artist in her own right. Includes a live duet featuring her mother.

Jersey boys : original Broadway cast recording.  

Recounts the rich history and timeless sounds of the phenomenal Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons.

With a song in my heart : John Pizzarelli sings the music of Richard Rodgers.  

Doll domination  Pussycat Dolls.

Tales from the beach  Incognito.

Feisty mix of retro soul, brass, funk, and jazz .

That's what all the girls say  Ponsonby DC's.

Twenty years after they were last in a studio together, The Ponsonby DCs have returned with a triumphant collection of their trademark quirky and insightful songs.

Truth, beauty and a picture of you-: the best of the Whitlams.  

One of Australia's most respected and well-known bands. This CD captures all of their much-loved hits, spanning their career across their six studio albums.

Still unforgettable  Natalie Cole.

17 years after 'Unforgettable : with love', the Grammy winning singer releases this collection, which features songs from a rich period in American Music History, including another very special duet with her father.

The bootleg series. Vol. 8, Tell tale signs : rare and unreleased, 1989-2006  Bob Dylan.

Features unreleased studio recordings spanning 1989 to 2006 plus rare songs from film soundtracks.

Closer : the best of Sarah McLachlan.  

Jackpot : the best Bette.  Bette Midler

Songs for you, truths for me  James Morrison.

James enlisted many of the same collaborators from 'Undiscovered' to work with him on this album.

Year of the gentleman  Ne-Yo.

His ode to the style, respect and grace of the Rat Pack.

Sparks of ancient light  Al Stewart.

Though released in 2008, 'Sparks of Ancient Light' sounds very much like a '70s Al Stewart record.

Deryn Trainer  

Was judged the overall winner of TVNZ's 2008 'Stars in Their Eyes' with his performance of the Billy Joel classic "Piano Man".

Jersey's best : the very best of Franki Valli and the Four Seasons.  

Hillbilly Road  John Williamson.

Australian entertainer.

Big blue ball  

Ongoing collaboration shepherded by Peter Gabriel, World Party leader Karl Wallinger, and producer Stephen Hague

Carried to dust  Calexico.

Cigarettes and alcohol : Saturday night, Sunday morning.  

This very cool compilation features 18 classic tracks from Oasis, Supergrass, The Clash, Buzzcocks, Ian Dury, Leftfield, Stone Roses, Manic Street Preachers and more.

Dayglo spectres  SJD.

He has rewritten the book once again, delivering a collection of crucial cuts that focus on the more uptempo end of the SJD spectrum and dip liberally into the pool of 80s influences.

Dig out your soul  Oasis.

All four members of Oasis contribute tracks to this album, which includes the single.

Earth to the Dandy Warhols--  

Features guest appearances by Mark Knopfler and Mike Campbell from the Heartbreakers.

Fast times at Barrington High  The Academy Is.

Feel the seasons change : Salmonella Dub live in concert with the NZSO and guests.  Salmonella Dub

Journey to the west  Monkey.

This project from Gorillaz masterminds Damon Albarn & Jamie Hewlett features European + Chinese musicians & singers, and was produced for the Chinese opera production of the same name.

Jukebox heroes  

Packed with classic rock that will always rock. Includes Deep Purple, ZZ Top, Van Halen, Meat Loaf and many more.

Local kid  Fur Patrol.

It's raw, it's vulnerable, and Julia Dean's magical vocal is more prevalent than ever

Maximum bass xtreme  

Includes Flo Rida "Low", Chris Brown "Kiss Kiss", Chingy "Kick Drum" and more.

No end in sight: the very best of Foreigner.  

Only by the night  Kings of Leon.

The fourth album from the Followill brothers finds them re-connecting with their Southern roots. A bold, expansive sonic statement that solidifies Kings of Leon's position as one of the most important international acts around.

Progression  

Ministry of Sound brings to the fore a collision of Progressive, Trance and House music, featuring anthems from Eric Prydz, Adam K, Dirty South, and more.

Rhombus  

Wellington organic / electronic collective, with guests galore. Including Studio One DJ and singer Ranking Joe and fellow Jamaican Junior Kelly.

Snoop Dogg presents Dubb Union  

Comprised of Damani, Bad Lucc & Soopafly, the debut album from emerging West Coast rap group Dubb Union features appearances by Snoop Dogg, Daz Dillinger, Kurupt, Dion, BJ, Traci Nelson and Uncle Chucc.

The cosmos rocks  Queen + Paul Rodgers.

This is the first album of newly recorded material from Queen + Paul Rodgers since they first set out on the road in 2005, and the first Queen studio album since 1995

The quilt]  [Gym Class Heroes].

Featuring performances by Estelle, Patty Crash and Fueled By Ramen labelmate, Fallout Boy's Patrick Stump.

Vol. 2  Goo Goo Dolls.

Greatest hits collection.

When angels & serpents dance  P.O.D.

Features a number of guest appearances from legendary punk rock singer, Mike Muir of Suicidal Tendencies and Helmet's Page Hamilton to The Marley Sisters.

Time the conqueror  Jackson Browne.

Recorded with his long-time band, the album is charged with honesty, emotion and personal politics.

Gift of screws  Lindsey Buckingham.

Lax  The Game.

With a star studded cast of guests and producers,

The essentials  Ice Cube.

Spans his entire 28-year solo career.

Exit 13  LL Cool J.

Features guests Richie Sambora, Ryan Leslie, Funkmaster Flex, Wyclef Jean, Fat Joe and Grandmaster Caz.

This is the life  Amy MacDonald.

This is the #1 debut CD by Glaswegian singer / songwriter Amy MacDonald.

Heaven can wait : the best of  Meat Loaf.

Brass knuckles  Nelly.

With guests Usher, Pharrell, Akon, Ciara, Chuck D, Snoop Dogg, Jermaine Dupri, Ashanti, Avery Storm and the St. Lunatics.

The wild one  Johnny O'Keefe.

Johnny O'Keefe is the once and future king of Australian rock & roll

To be announced  Paul Seymour.

Everything is borrowed  The Streets.

Fourth album from Mike Skinner.

The rough guide to Indian lounge  

Features some of India's most seductive sounds combined with hypnotic grooves and exquisite chill out music.

The rough guide to Latin funk  

This collection updates the Latin Soul sounds and puts a bright new spin on this thriving sub-genre.

The rough guide to planet rock  

Featuring the Cambodian-American psychedelia of Dengue Fever, the magnificent desert blues of Tinariwen, the Gypsy Punk of Gogol Bordello and the Tuvan rock throat singing of Yat-Kha

The rough guide to salsa clandestina  

Explores the raw and contemporary sound that is firing up the dancers in the back street bars and clubs in New York and throughout the Latin world. From the edgy guitars of the Cuban Cowboys to the Latin funk of The Spam Allstars, this release shines a spotlight on the innovators in the underground salsa scene.

The rough guide to the music of Israel  

Featuring many of the nation's musical giants such as Ofra Haza and Chava Alberstein. A snapshot of a fascinating and continually evolving musical culture.

The rough guide to West African gold  

This album features music produced in sub-Saharan West Africa from the late 1950's up to the early 1980's- a golden era in African music.

The Rough guide to yodel  

From it's spiritual homes in the Alps and rural USA, yodel's influence can be found in any country, from Hawaii to Cameroon, and in any type of music, from techno to Bollywood.

Ana hina  Natacha Atlas & the Mazeeka Ensemble.

Middle Eastern music icon

DVDs

COMEDY

The Cosby show. Season 4  

'Allo, 'allo! Series 8  Written by Jeremy Lloyd and Paul Adam.

The one hundred greatest moments  Andre Rieu.

Ben 10 : the complete season 2  Cartoon Network.

Ben 10 : the complete season 3  Cartoon Network.

Doc Martin: complete series three.  

In the hands of the gods  Directors Benjamin Turner, Gabe Turner.

Marilyn Hotchkiss Ballroom Dancing & Charm School  Directed by Randall Miller

Comedy with Robert Carlyle, Sean Astin, Marisa Tomei.

Tall in the saddle  Directed by Edwin L. Marin.

John Wayne western.

The secret army : the complete first series.  

Tara Road  Directed by Gillies MacKinnon.

Maeve Binchy meets Andie MacDowell.

Midaq Alley  Directed by Jorge Fons.

Adaptation of the novel by Naguib Mahfouz.

Dunstan baby language. DVD program one, 0-3 months  

Now we are fearless : a real life story of southern India  Directed by Natasha Turner.

The hollow men  Nicky Hager

National geographic's strange days on planet Earth  

Wild China  

Dinosaurs on ice  Written and directed by Ruth Berry.

Wild South. Volume three  

Microcosmos : le peuple de l'herbe  Un film de Claude Nuridsany et Marie Perennou.

Life in cold blood  David Attenborough.

Trek : spy on the wildebeest.  

Dance off the inches. Fat burning jam  

Allen Carr's easy way to stop smoking  

Bradman : entenary collection.  

Dick Johnson : 35 years at Bathurst.  

Troy's story  

Talking Books

ADVENTURE

The Beijing conspiracy  Adrian d'Hage.

On Her Majesty's secret service  Ian Fleming.

The six sacred stones  Matthew Reilly.

Kydd  Julian Stockwin.

Sense and sensibility  Jane Austen.

Crime scene Cessnock  Robert G. Barrett.

Gentlemen of the road  Michael Chabon.

Sleeping beauties  Mavis Cheek.

The memory keeper's daughter  Kim Edwards.

Going Dutch  Katie Fforde.

Orpheus lost  Janette Turner Hospital

The widow and her hero  Tom Keneally

Islands in the Stream  Ernest Hemingway.

Dreamquake  Elizabeth Knox.

The moon and sixpence  W. Somerset Maugham.

Michael Tolliver lives  Armistead Maupin.

Saturday  Ian McEwan.

Resistance  Owen Sheers

Mr Darcy's diary  Maya Slater.

Brother of the more famous Jack  Barbara Trapido.

The road home  Rose Tremain.

Vera  Elizabeth von Arnim.

John  Niall Williams

Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade  Diana Gabaldon.

An accomplished woman  Jude Morgan.

Losing ground  Catherine Aird.

Agatha Raisin and the witch of Wyckhadden  M.C. Beaton.

They do it with mirrors  Agatha Christie.

The woods  Harlan Coben.

Green eye  Vena Cork.

More twisted  Jeffrey Deaver.

The poison maiden  Paul Doherty.

Black seconds  Karin Fossum.

Heavenly pleasures  Kerry Greenwood.

Trick or treat  Kerry Greenwood.

Hail, hail, the gang's all here!  Ed McBain.

Still waters  Nigel McCrery.

Gone feral  Gwen Moffat.

Exit music  Ian Rankin.

The nine tailors  Dorothy L. Sayers.

The barred window  Andrew Taylor.

Beautiful lies  Lisa Unger.

Sliver of truth  Lisa Unger.

The chameleon's shadow  Minette Walters.

Jesus of Nazareth  Joseph Ratzinger, Pope benedict XVI.

Led astray  Sandra Brown.

Silver wattle  Belinda Alexandra.

Goodnight sweetheart  Charlotte Bingham.

Tipperary  Frank Delaney.

Duet  Kimberley Freeman.

One step forward  Rosie Harris.

The chrysalids  John Wyndham.

Videos-DVDs

FILM

DragonLance. Dragons of the autumn twilight : a dungeons & dragons adventure tale  Directed by Will Meugniot.

Animated version of the Margaret Weis novels.