Music on CD

Creedence: Collected 1968-72 [Digipack / 3 CD]

Parton Dolly: Jolene [CD]

Wray Link: Link Wray Rumble [CD]

'Sparks' were originally called 'Halfnelson' from 1968-1972, formed in Los Angeles by brothers Ron and Russell Mael. The album that went by the title 'Halfnelson' in 1970, was basically the first 'Sparks' album. They are noted for Russell Mael's distinctive wide-ranging voice and Ron Mael's intricate and rhythmic keyboard playing style. This album is produced by Todd Rundgren, and engineered by James Lowe, former singer of 60's Psychedelic band 'The Electric Prunes'. This is a striking, original piece of work with many highlights including the minimal single "Wonder Girl", the gorgeous AOR ballad "Slow Boat" and the Russell-penned song "Saccharin And The War."

Presley Elvis: Elvis Country [2 CD]

Londonbeat: Very Best Of [CD]

This recording is one of the best jazz recordings of all time and also some of Miles's best trumpet work. He exhibits great tone, range, technique and improvisation. Miles is so intense on this whole recording, nailing passage after passage. As Miles mentioned in his book, they completely tore the roof off of the place. A great supporting group as well, George Coleman on tenor saxophone, Herbie Hancock on piano, Ron Carter on bass and Tony Williams on drums. The interplay between Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter and the uncanny Tony Williams is just breath-taking and hints very clearly at the new directions in which they and Miles would take the small jazz ensemble for the next several years