Caro Emerald is a Dutch jazz singer who emerged in 2009 with the smash hit single "Back It Up" and made her chart-topping album debut in 2010 with Deleted Scenes from the Cutting Room Floor. Born Caroline van der Leeuw on April 26, 1981 in Amsterdam, Netherlands, she studied music at the conservatory, specializing in jazz and subsequently working as a vocal coach. Her breakthrough success came in 2009 with the single "Back It Up," written and produced by David Schreurs and Jan van Wieringen of Grandmono Records, along with songwriter Vincent de Giorgio. "Back It Up" began as a summertime hit but ended up spending 21 weeks on the Dutch charts, from July to December.

With Classical Dance – Simply the Best, Alex Christensen and The Berlin Orchestra continue their celebrated success series, in which iconic dance and pop hits are reinterpreted in a lavish, classical guise. Since the very first installment, Christensen has shaped a unique style with his blend of orchestral grandeur, club beats, and cinematic dynamics – and with Volume 6, he once again delivers a collection of tracks that combine nostalgia with goosebump moments.

Originally released in 1994 'Talk' was the 14th studio album by progressive legends Yes.
To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Spirit of Unicorn Music re-issue this masterpiece of progressive rock with extensive sleeve notes written by Jerry Ewing. The deluxe edition features bonus tracks and an unreleased live show from New York, 1992. ''Glorious! It was like a renaissance of Yes to me.” Jon Anderson, speaking about the Yes album Talk in 2023. Originally released in 1994 ‘Talk’ was the 14th studio album by progressive legends Yes - and the last to feature guitarist Trevor Rabin and keyboard player Tony Kaye. A ground-breaking project, ‘Talk’ was one of the very first albums to be recorded and edited entirely digitally, without using traditional audio tape. To celebrate its 30th anniversary, Spirit of Unicorn Music re-issue this masterpiece of progressive rock with extensive sleeve notes written by Jerry Ewing, editor of PROG magazine who spoke exclusively to Trevor Rabin and Jon Anderson about their recollections of writing and recording this classic. All format versions are fully remastered by renowned engineer Andy Pearce. The deluxe edition features bonus tracks and an unreleased live show from New York, 1992. Highly sought after among fans, original versions of the vinyl release exchange hands for over £100. A 1-CD version is also available. The album has been “out of print” for some considerable time and is much sought after by fans and collectors.

Don't Tease Me with a Good Time is the upcoming sixth studio album by English singer Jessie J. It is set to be released on 28 November 2025 by D.A.P. and her own self-titled label.

George Michael’s Careless Whisper is one of the most iconic songs of all time and this year it celebrates its 40th anniversary. Hailed as a pop masterpiece, it topped the charts in 25 countries when it was released in 1984. The track has since been certified multiple times Platinum around the world. To mark this incredible milestone, the limited-edition Careless Whisper EP brings together all the versions in one special release. It features instrumental and extended mixes and a previously unreleased live version recorded at Madison Square Garden, New York.

Digitally remastered and expanded two CD edition. Originally released in May 1990, again followed some profound changes in the artist's life and lifestyle, which included divorcing his wife Isabella and going on a six-month trip around the world. The album that appeared after his return was a collaboration with Robert Ponger, the producer on Falco's first two albums, who composed his first big hit 'Der Kommissar', The pair also went back to their tried and tested approach to songwriting: Ponger wrote the music while Falco came up with the words.

Personally curated by Paul, McCartney III Imagined features an A-List assortment of friends, fans and brand new acquaintances, each covering and / or reimagining their favorite McCartney III moments in their own signature styles. The result is a kaleidoscopic reinterpretation of an album Rolling Stone accurately tagged “an inspiration to us all”—one that serves as an extension of the instantly beloved McCartney III while standing on its own as brilliant and adventurous milestone in the McCartney discography. The all-star lineup Includes Anderson .paak, Beck, Blood Orange, Damon Albarn, Eob, Josh Homme, Khruangbin, 3d Rdn From Massive Attack, Phoebe Bridgers, St. Vincent and more.

For their first album on MCA, Oingo Boingo dispensed with the aggressive high energy of their previous albums and created a more traditional Alternative Rock album with Dead Man's Party. The first taste came with yet another soundtrack song, 'Weird Science'. The danceable electro-pop song charted in the mid-40's on the Billboard singles chart, which would be their highest charting single release. Continuing to increase their exposure, the band appeared in the 1986 movie Back To School performing the 'Dead Man's Party' title track, while 'No One Lives Forever' was included in the film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2. Two other single releases 'Just Another Day' and 'Stay' both have a more radio friendly style than previous single releases.

"Life in Tokyo" is a song by the British band Japan. A collaboration with disco producer Giorgio Moroder, who also co-wrote the song with David Sylvian, it marked a change of direction from the band's previous sound. Originally released as a single in 1979, it was reissued twice before it finally became a hit on the UK Singles Chart in 1982.

With signs of a resurgence of interest in big bands in the late 1950s, Maxwell Davis came up with the idea of producing a series of albums for Crown Records recorded in the finest stereophonic sound, in a tribute to such legendary bandleaders as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, Charlie Barnet and Stan Kenton, among others. For this purpose, he wrote all new arrangements and reimagined and conducted a number of tribute bands to perform the music with the signature spirit that made their original leaders famous. The personnel for each album consisted primarily of prominent members and soloists who performed with the original bands, with additional valuable contributions from some of the best jazz musicians working in the Hollywood and New York studios.

Metallica meets Apocalyptica enters the second round. Apocalyptica Plays Metallica Vol. 2 will be released in June 2024 and will feature Metallica tracks such as The Unforgiven II, Ride the Lightning and One.

Sacha’s Supper Club proudly presents the inaugural concert of the Music Without Borders series: Paris After Dark. Prepare to be transported to Paris as we tell the story of 100 years of French and American composers who helped shape the iconic soundtrack of the City of Light and Love.

The wait is over — Rusty Egan’s Romantic album is out now. A collection of 17 beautifully crafted tracks — blending emotion, artistry, and timeless rhythm. Each song tells its own story, capturing the spirit of music that endures.

With the exception of a few works by Ottorino Respighi, and for reasons which are relatively obscure, the orchestral concert music of the generation of Italian composers to which Ildebrando Pizzetti belongs has—so far as international acceptance is concerned—remained little-known outside Italy.

Although Auber was one of the most popular of 19th-century French composers, his music is seldom revived in the opera house. This series is restoring his overtures and orchestral excerpts from operas, a swathe of refined and elegant music showing his importance in operatic history. Featured in this volume are the overture from La Muette de Portici, his revolutionary masterpiece, as well as premiere recordings of music from La Barcarolle and Les Chaperons blancs, exuding both the drama and the charm that permeate all his mature works.