before beginning work on their debut EP, Commodore Rock , which was released in the summer of 2000, providing their fans another foray into the noisy world of early-'80s sound. The studio full-length 604 followed a year later, and gained many positive reviews. 2002 saw the release of Light & Magic and the mix album Softcore Jukebox . The group returned in the summer of 2005 with the Sugar single, which heralded the Rock edge of Ladytron's third album, Witching Hour . Extended Play , which featured remixes of Witching Hour 's singles, arrived the following spring. Ladytron moved to Nettwerk for their fourth album, Velocifero which they produced themselves.  (less)

piano, Mitchell Long s melodic and inventive guitar lines, Cuba's immaculate Raul Pineda on drums, Juan Carlos Portillo s solid bass and Michael Duffy s right in the pocket percussion. This ensemble of amazing musicians adds their flair of vocals to a blend that is refreshing and delightful. World music has a beautiful new face. Yvette Summers and Chekere. The diverse sounds of Africa, Cuba, Brazil, Jazz and America Funk are brought together in one electrifying, lyrical flow. Even though it was Oscar night and most of Los Angeles was glued to a TV set taking in the stars, the real show was going down at the Jazz Bakery. Yvette Summers and Luis Eric Gonzalez have teamed up to take you on a jazz filled ...  (less)

to the collection. This was the band's first tour as a trio and by this show, they were well into their stride, having played nine previous shows. There's a mixture of old, new and rediscovered material here. The emphasis, though, is on looking forward rather than backward. 11 tracks.  (less)

live set. Live 07 is a live recording of the band from two performances at Ben-ees and the Suwanee River.  (less)

funk to Maceo Parker-esque soul and ending this two-hour long set with the theme to Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory...now, that's imagination. If you weren't there, don't miss out on the debut of Jay Rodriguez & Co featuring Marco Benevento on B-3 and Joe Russo on Drums.  (less)