to whom even Talking Heads didn't matter much. Kicking off with one of the all-time great singles, "Just What I Needed," then winding its way through seven more years of singles including the then-brand new "Tonight She Comes," Greatest Hits is one, um, well-oiled pleasure machine. --Rickey Wright  (less)

relies heavily on an extremely tight play list. It's not true that Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys, and Christina Aguilera secretly own the station; it just seems that they do, given all the spins they get. Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 2 picks up where last hour's programming left off, with some modified lyrics from Lou Bega on "Disney Mambo No. 5," substituting the name of leading Disney cartoon characters for the women he fancies in his original mambo superhit. Of course, there's Weird Al Yankovic spoofing Star Wars and "American Pie" (not the Madonna version) with "The Saga Begins." Queen's "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions" are two eminently familiar anthems, thanks in part to their crossing over into every imaginable sport from hockey to bowling. Will Smith, Stevie Wonder, and 98 Degrees are all here. And those disco diehards, the Village People and Sister Sledge, will remind older parents how long ago the '70s really were. New artists, including Steps, Jason Raize, and Aaron Carter also fill out this 18-track tribute to the power of Disney brandcasting. --Martin Keller  (less)

producing, bypasses radio formula for a different kind of connection with his listener, veering from lengthy spoken verse to retro hillbilly deluxe. But does the listener want to hear what he has to say? In the opening song, "Dark and Mad," Thornton seems to telegraph the brooding danger of his most famous film role. Yet almost immediately he gets lost in ruminations so personal that he almost forgets there's an audience waiting to be involved. Past the kinky charm of "Forever," a bluesy, one-way telephone conversation in which he tells his main squeeze he's wearing the feathered pink panties she left in his car, there's a love song to his wife that's 180 degrees from passion, a revamped salute to John F. Kennedy, and a nine-and-a-half-minute piece of theatrical Southern gothic about witnessing a disturbing sexual encounter as a child. It's a weird trip, and totally unfocused, as if he just recorded whatever came into his head. But there's no denying Thornton's out-there charisma or the croaky appeal of his Arkansas twang. --Alanna Nash  (less)

Andy & Red Ske  (less)

remixes). ** reeased 09 january 2006 **  (less)

successful and long-lived radio staples of the '70s and '80s. As well as being catchy, Ric Ocasek's best songs are also ironic--"Good Times Roll" and "Just What I Needed" both contain winking lyrical twists. With Ben Orr vocalizing the sweeter material, guitarist Elliott Easton's and keyboardist Greg Hawke's often-quirky musical embroidery, and drummer David Robinson's rhythmic propulsion and fashion sense, the Cars became the self-contained rock juggernaut--or, if you prefer, new wave arena band--documented on these two discs. The hit singles and select album cuts stretch from their improbably rich debut through moodier efforts like "Panorama" and the vibrant, yet satisfying "Shake It Up" and "Heartbeat City." The CD is well seasoned by a cache of previously unreleased demos, B-sides, and outtakes. The earliest of these ('77 demos of "Take Me Now" and "Cool Fool") demonstrate that the band's sound was intact before they met their first multiplatinum producer, while later rarities (playful covers of Iggy's "Fun Time" and the Nightcrawlers' "Little Black Egg") underscore their eclectic, seemingly incongruous tastes. --Jerry McCulley  (less)

1979. 1999 release.  (less)

then a Celtic-tinged rock anthem, then a lilting folk tune, followed by an Al Green R&B-styled number, followed by a country song, etc. etc. The result is a pleasant listening experience that tickles the ear. But Radio Lane represents more than a showcase for the songwriting abililities and versatility of Dennis and MacDonald. According to the liner notes, "It is the intersection of hope on a difficult journey. Like the radio that picks up music on the airwaves, our hearts perceive God's invitation to the adventure." In the small world of women duos, Sharon Dennis of Culpeper, VA and Doris Au MacDonald, Fairfax, VA resident, have often been compared to a female Simon and Garfunkel. As The Braeded Chord, they masterfully weave strong imagery, gentle harmonies and evocative melodies to create a compelling listening experience. ".... I know writing. And I was astounded by the quality of the lyrics; by the careful, meticulous attention given to each word and phrase," says Steve Dennie, Communications Director for the United Brethren denomination, of their second CD, "Dream and Dare." "The songs themselves are soundly constructed, solidly played and the vocal performances sincere and touching," writes Steve Morley, music journalist, in a review of Dream and Dare for the official website of the United Methodist Church (www.umc.org). "In an age when pop music much of CCM included often clamors loudly for attention in a glutted marketplace, these two young women take the risk of quietly inviting you in for homemade soup and humbly hoping you ll accept."  (less)

Classical music arrangements are selected by Jack Allen from Minnesota Public Radio.  (less)

debut disc, Watusi ) into a knack for turning out clever, quirky pop songs with just the right amount of attitude. "Let's get lost in an original sound," reads the first line of the first song, "Original." And while we've heard this mix of hip-hop rhythms, distorted alternative-rock guitars, and the occasional surf melody before from groups like the Beastie Boys, Beck, Sublime, and 311, Silage know to keep their collective tongue firmly in cheek and refuse to take themselves too seriously while delivering serious entertainment bang for your buck. --Bradley S. Caviness  (less)

Corax: Avanti Estampie: Stella Splendens Inchtabokatables: Schlaflied Fade: Losing Control Atze Bauer: I love se Cable Car Shiny Gnomes: Birthday on ALP: Dirty mirror Young Man: Andromeda Zyan: Sojourn in the whale Carlos Peron: In a gadda da muerte Wumpscut: Ruda Galaxy Transport: Something faster than light Niederschlag: Stereo Helium Vola: Orbis Mundi Creatura Faust: Up eleven Herbst in Peking: La Dolce Vita Stendal Blast: Wo führt das hin?  (less)

Butcher Shop (3:47)12. Radio Album Introduction [%] (0:17)13. Radio Freestyle [%] (2:18)14. Radio Interview [%] (4:06)15. Riker's Island Radio Promo [%] (0:45)16. Raw [Extended Alternate Version][%] (5:19)  (less)

after their song of the same name, which was later included on Mink Car. Title: Working Undercover For The Man EP Artist: They Might Be Giants Year: 2000 Length: 0:12:24 Genre: General Alternative Label: Emusic Notes: All MP3 CD Tracks: 01 Rest Awhile [1:39] 02 Working Undercover For The Man [2:19] 03 I Am A Human Head [2:49] 04 Empty Bottle Collector [1:37] 05 On The Drag [2:17] 06 Radio They Might Be Giants I [0:10] 07 Radio They Might Be Giants II [0:17] 08 Radio They Might Be Giants III [0:12] 09 Robot Parade (Adult Version) [1:04]  (less)

11. Morpha Too 12. I'm in Love With a Girl  (less)

relies heavily on an extremely tight play list. It's not true that Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys, and Christina Aguilera secretly own the station; it just seems that they do, given all the spins they get. Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 2 picks up where last hour's programming left off, with some modified lyrics from Lou Bega on "Disney Mambo No. 5," substituting the name of leading Disney cartoon characters for the women he fancies in his original mambo superhit. Of course, there's Weird Al Yankovic spoofing Star Wars and "American Pie" (not the Madonna version) with "The Saga Begins." Queen's "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions" are two eminently familiar anthems, thanks in part to their crossing over into every imaginable sport from hockey to ...  (less)

relies heavily on an extremely tight play list. It's not true that Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys, and Christina Aguilera secretly own the station; it just seems that they do, given all the spins they get. Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 2 picks up where last hour's programming left off, with some modified lyrics from Lou Bega on "Disney Mambo No. 5," substituting the name of leading Disney cartoon characters for the women he fancies in his original mambo superhit. Of course, there's Weird Al Yankovic spoofing Star Wars and "American Pie" (not the Madonna version) with "The Saga Begins." Queen's "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions" are two eminently familiar anthems, thanks in part to their crossing over into every imaginable sport from hockey to ...  (less)

new-wave band, The Cars launched multiple tunes still heard on radio stations everywhere: Youre All Ive Got Tonight. Good Times Roll. Just What I Needed. Moving in Stereo. My Best Friends Girl. If youre a fan of pop music, this album is mandatory. At once accessible and eccentric, edgy and catchy, The Cars explodes with emotion, energy, and hooks. Its impossible not to get caught up humming along to every song here. Better still, legendary Queen producer Roy Thomas Baker manned the boards. Half-speed mastered from the original analog tapes, Mobile Fidelitys numbered limited-edition LP allows the music to be experienced like never before. The pressing epitomizes the sensation of moving in stereo!  (less)

Midwest yet remain so quintessentially English. This release underlines their place at the very summit of the UK's burgeoning Americana scene with 12 new tracks that deliver a swirling mix of gentle harmonies swathed in lush steel guitars, personalised lyrical narratives unravelling tales of growing up, love and reflections on life's fragile emotional underbelly, all written by an artist who epitomises genuine vision, integrity, wisdom and humour. The band are joined by special guest Rick Kemp of Steeleye Span. Their debut was supported by BBC Radio 2's Bob Harris This really is a beautiful record, Johnny Walker and Mike Harding following raves 5-star reviews in cult websites such as Americana-uk.com. Most importantly, the band were chosen b...  (less)

cassette desk with pride. 1. Sammy Hagar, I Can't Drive 55 2. Billy Squier, Everybody Wants You 3. Pat Benatar, Heartbreaker 4. Rick Springfield, I've Done Everything for You 5. The Tubes, Talk to you Later 6. Aldo Nova, Fantasy 7. Donnie Iris, Ah! Leah! 8. Greg Kihn, The Breakup Song 9. The Kings, This Beat Goes On 10. The Kings, Switchin' to Glide 11. Sammy Hagar, Your Love is Driving Me Crazy 12. Night Ranger, Don't Tell Me you Love Me 13. The Tubes, She's a Beauty 14. Foreigner, Urgent 15. Honeymoon Suite, Feel it Again 16. Donnie Iris, Love is Like a Rock 17. Night Ranger, (You Can Still) Rock in America  (less)

'Cars' and 'Down In The Park'. BMG.  (less)

COMMERCIAL------MARLENE SINGS 'SEE WHAT THE BOYS IN THE BACK ROOM WILL HAVE'-----THE TEXACO WORKSHOP PLAYERS in a 'THUNDERING EPIC OF THE FROZEN NORTH'  (less)