HEAR TODAY NEW RELEASES AND NEWS FROM THE MUSIC WORLD.Byline: - Compiled by Sandra Barrera Singer-songwriter Michelle Branch was a breath of fresh air when she came onto the music scene in the midst Adv. 1. in the midst - the middle or central part or point; "in the midst of the forest"; "could he walk out in the midst of his piece?" midmost of the teen-pop era with ``The Spirit Room.'' Since that 2001 disc, she's teamed up with the likes of Carlos Santana Carlos Augusto Alves Santana (born July 20 1947), is a Grammy Award-winning Mexican-born American Latin rock musician and guitarist. He became famous in the late 1960s and early 1970s with his band, the Santana Blues Band, going mostly under the title "Santana", which , vocalizing on the hit single ``The Game of Love.'' Her latest single is ``Are You Happy Now?'' off her new album, ``Hotel Paper,'' due today. Look for Branch July 19 when she opens at Staples Center This article has multiple issues: * Its neutrality is disputed. * It may contain original research or unverifiable claims. * It does not cite any references or sources. for the Dixie Chicks; also July 20-21 at the Arrowhead Pond of Anaheim. Here's a sample from the more than 350 new record releases and reissues arriving in stores today: Beyonce: ``Dangerously in Love'' (Music World/Columbia) Pushed up from its original July 8 release because of the success surrounding the single ``Crazy in Love.'' Allison Moorer Allison Moorer (born June 21 1972) is an American alternative country singer and the younger sister of Shelby Lynne (Moorer). Biography Allison was raised in Frankville, Alabama, just north of Mobile. : ``Show'' (Universal South) Features her first-ever recorded duets with sister Shelby Lynne. Lonesome Bob Lonesome Bob (aka Bob Chaney) is a country rock singer-songwriter. He was the drummer for the Ben Vaughn Combo before heading to Nashville for the country scene. His 1997 debut recording was Things Fall Apart. and Kid Rock also guest on Moorer's latest alt-country offering. Liz Phair: ``Liz Phair'' (Capitol) This marks her first album in five years. With appearances by Pete Yorn, who performs on the pornographic ``H.W.C.,'' and the Matrix (of Avril Lavigne Avril Lavigne Whibley,[1] better known by her birth name of Avril Lavigne (IPA: /æv.ɹʌl lə.vin/), (born September 27 1984) is a Canadian rock/punk-pop singer, musician and actress. fame). Black Eyed Peas This article is about the American hip hop group. For the vegetable, see Black-eyed pea. The Black Eyed Peas are an American hip hop group from Los Angeles, California, who have enjoyed worldwide pop success. The group is currently composed of will.i.am, apl.de. : ``Elephunk'' (Interscope) The latest release from this Los Angeles-based rap trio. David Bowie: ``Aladdin Sane'' (Virgin) The 30th anniversary re-release features a second disc of bonus tracks, including live performances of ``Jean Genie,'' ``Changes'' and ``Life on Mars Scientists have long speculated about the possibility of life on Mars owing to the planet's proximity and similarity to Earth. It remains an open question whether life exists on Mars now, or existed there in the past. .'' Also on the reissue front: Neil Young's ``On the Beach'' (1974), ``American Stars 'N Bars'' (1977), ``Hawks & Doves'' (1980) and ``Re- act-or'' (1981) debut on CD; Joni Mitchell's jazzier side shines in the 1980 concert video ``Shadows and Light,'' with Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius and Michael Brecker in her band. (Shout! Factory). Capitol Records today releases ``Live from Las Vegas Live from Las Vegas is the fourth DVD collection from pop music singer Britney Spears, released on January 22, 2002. Recorded during Spears' 2001~2002 tour Dream Within a Dream Tour at MGM Grand Garden Arena ,'' an 18-track collection of live performances by music greats in some of Sin City's most famous showrooms, including The Tropicana, The Sands and Caesars Palace. Track listings include such songs as ``The Lady Is a Tramp'' by Sammy Davis Jr., ``The Continental'' by Nat King Cole and ``The Man That Got Away'' by Nancy Wilson. Be on the lookout today for the soundtrack to ``Charlie's Angels: Full Throtle'' (Columbia Records/Sony Music Soundtrax), featuring the new track from Pink, ``Feel Good Time.'' The song features William Orbit and is the lead single off the album, which also includes newly recorded songs from Nas, Nickelback and David Bowie. Rounding out the set are previously released songs by Natalie Cole, Donna Summer and the Beach Boys. CAPTION(S): 3 photos Photo: (1) Michelle Branch Theo Wargo/WireImage.com (2) Beyonce Lee Salem/WireImage.com (3) Liz Phair |
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