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The Library CD Shelf

Brazil: Samba, Bossa and Beyond!
Putumayo Presents
www.putumayo.com
$14.98 CD

Brazil: Samba, Bossa and Beyond! is an anthology of songs by a variety of music
artists, steeped in the vibrant musical culture of Brazil. Individual pieces draw upon Amazonian rhythms, African roots, samba and bossa. Brazil: Samba, Bossa and Beyond! is
a lively, brilliant addition to multicultural music collections, highly recommended both for individual connoisseurs and public libraries. The full, physical CD from Putumayo Presents also comes with an album download card. The tracks are "Embola Bola", "
Fala Brasil", "Beijo", "Sapata de Ouro", "Recado Que Maria Mandou", "Homenagem aos Orixas", "Babulina", "Sete Espadas", "O Samba Me Cantou", and "Batuque e Reza Forte".

The Lost Masters
Sons of the Pioneers
Western Heritage Collection
Country Rewind Records
www.countryrewind.com
c/o Hindsight Records
$8.69 CD / $9.49 MP3 amazon.com

The Lost Masters is an album of traditional country music, brimming with spirit
and gumption. Enthusiastic, powerful, and steeped in American heritage, The Lost Masters is a "must-have" for connoisseurs of new contributions to a widely
beloved genre.
Highly recommended for both personal and public library collections. The tracks
are "Cowboy Jubilee", "Blue Prairie", "Open Range Ahead", "When Payday Rolls Around", "Wind", "Yippi Yi Your Troubles Away", "The Everlasting Hills of Oklahoma", "A Cowboy
Has To Sing", "Along the Navajo Trail", "Hold That Critter Down", "Cimarron (Roll on)", "Chant of the Plains (I Need You)", "Whoopie Ti Yi Yo", "Song of the Trail", "Ridin' Home", and "Chant of the Wanderer".

The Country Blues
Billy Don Burns
Country Rewind Records
www.countryrewind.com
c/o Hindsight Records
$10.98 CD / $9.49 MP3 amazon.com

The Country Blues is an album of original country songs for the modern era, crafted with heart and passion. Offering a rousing course of traditional country themes, The Country Blues is a treasure for connoisseurs of the genre, and highly recommended for
both personal and public library collections. The tracks are "Runnin' Drugs Out
Of Mexico", "Mexican Woman", "No Shortage Of The Blues", "Damn Cryin' Shame", "Stranger", "The Prison Song", "Ramblin' Gypsy", "You Lied Our Love Away", "I Like Trains", "No
God In Juarez", "Wild Dogs", and "Honky Tonk Boots".

No Summer
Cinder Well
cinderwellmusic.com
Free Dirt
freedirt.net
$14.98 CD / $8.99 MP3 amazon.com

No Summer is an original album of thoughtful, contemplative music, drawing upon
"doom folk" and roots traditions as well as performer Cinder Well's connection to her Irish home. Reflecting the uncertainty of modern times, No Summer stirs the listener to
carefully reconsider their perspectives. A haunting, thought-provoking, and unforgettable collection, No Summer is highly recommended. The tracks are "Wandering Boy", "No Summer", "Our Lady's", "Fallen", "The Cuckoo", "Old Enough", "Queen of the Earth,
Child of the Skies", "The Doorway", and "From Behind the Curtain".

Electric Lemonade
Space Kamp
RHM
$TBA CD / $8.99 MP3 amazon.com

Electric Lemonade is an original album by Space Kamp, showcasing their talent for hip hop and reggae, and spreading their message of love. Vibrant, soulful, and evocative, Electric Lemonade is a treasure for connoisseurs of the genre. The tracks are "New
Strains", "A.D.I.D.A.S.", "Life's a Beach", "Girl Like You", "Home Grown", "Summer of Love", "Chicken and Waffles", "In My Bag", "500 Miles", and "Electric Lemonade".

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