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R.E.M. Honors Radio Free Europe

R.E.M. releases a dynamic five-track EP dedicated to Radio Free Europe, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.

Taiwanese jazz/classical pianist Jo-Yu Chen merges jazz and classical influences in a brilliant new hybrid of musical traditions.

Following our recent article that featured Brian Simpson’s new album Midnight Groove, we were privileged to interview him.

Iconic singing legend Barbra Streisand collaborates with a stellar group of contemporary artists on her new album.

Notable country songwriter Drew Kennedy releases a self-titled collection of songs that sum up his 25 years of writing great material.

This is Tom Waits’ most romantic work, and we deem it an Essential album for its jazzy, bar-room feel.