Sleep Through the Static by Jack Johnson 

For an album that was recorded entirely using solar power, Sleep Through the Static is surprisingly dark.  Jack Johnson, the laidback surfer-songwriter known for his mellow grooves, gets more serious on his new cd.  His lyrics tackle the subject of...

Whether you’re a Bach aficionado or just getting into classical music, I highly recommend Bach Concertos by Hilary Hahn with Jeffrey Kahane and the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra.

Hilary Hahn at 26 is one of the finest internationally known classical musicians.  She was named “America’s Best”...

With the New Year quickly here, I decided to try and find an album that was far from my usual favorites. I needed something new and inspirational. Well, I am pleased to announce that I have discovered a real gem, Alone in IZ World by Israel Kamakawiwo’ole.

Kamakawiwo’ole was considered to be...

The Postal Service
Give Up (SubPop Records, 2003)

As musical side projects go, “mail order” still seems somewhat novel although perhaps not unique. The Postal Service’s Give Up is a result of this type of collaboration. Lyrics and vocals are provided by Death Cab for Cutie frontman Benjamin...

Audioslave has successfully produced an album that will strike a chord in any rock fan’s heart. But that is nothing less than what you would expect from two of the most influential bands of the ‘90s- Rage Against the Machine and Soundgarden. Although both achieved multi-platinum status for their...