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Legacy • Pop/Rock Available August 6 14301992 $24.99 Debuting in 1998 in the US, Now That’s What I Call Music! has had 15 years of multiplatinum success. This latest volume will feature major hits from today’s hottest artists.
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Now • Country 14124571 $24.99 Includes songs from country superstars Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt, Miranda Lambert, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, and many more.
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BEST OF AUGUST The in-demand titles patrons will be looking for.
Halsey
J. Cole
Capitol • Pop/Rock Halsey’s fourth studio album is a career-defining body of work. Produced by Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, the album is a bold concept record that pushes creative boundaries. Available August 27 Parental Advisory 14342709 $15.99
DreamVille • Rap/Hip-Hop Guest Artists: 21 Savage, Lil Baby Grammy Award-winning superstar J. Cole releases his sixth album. After the digital release topped the charts, it is now available on CD. Parental Advisory 14307243 $18.99 Edited Version 14307244 $18.99
Chris Young
Barbra Streisand
RCA Records • Country Guest Artists: Lauren Alaina, Mitchell Tenpenny Chris Young kickstarts summer with the release of his eighth studio album. The album includes the hit title track, a collaboration with Kane Brown, as well as the new single Rescue Me. Available August 6 14294621 $16.99
Legacy • Pop/Rock Guest Artists: Willie Nelson, Barry Gibb The follow-up to her acclaimed 2012 album, Release Me, this new collection contains previously unreleased tracks from Barbra’s vault, including duets with Willie Nelson and Kermit the Frog. Available August 6 14290359 $12.99
If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power
Famous Friends
The Off-Season
Release Me 2
Anne-Marie
Tamela Mann
Warner Bros. Records, Inc. • Pop/Rock Anne-Marie’s second studio album is the official follow-up to her hit 2018 debut, Speak Your Mind. It is a collection of songs that embody her characterful artistry, selfeffacing attitude, and beautiful honesty. 14301996 $16.99
Tillymann Music Group • Religious Singer and actress Tamela Mann is back with a new solo album that includes the chart-topping gospel hit Touch from You. Available August 6 14301986 $14.99
Therapy
Overcomer
OneRepublic
Tones and I
Mosley Music/Interscope Records • Pop/Rock After a delay, OneRepublic releases an album that includes previously released singles Rescue Me; Somebody to Love; and Wanted. Available August 27 13059659 $18.99
New Elektra • Pop/Rock A deeply reflective and personal body of work for Tones and I, with the Australian artist writing the entire album by herself and co-producing every song. 14294633 $14.99
Human
Welcome to the Madhouse
Imagine Dragons
Nicki Minaj
KIDinaKORNER/Interscope Records Pop/Rock The fifth album from Imagine Dragons is produced by the legendary Rick Rubin. Features the singles Wrecked; Follow You; and Cutthroat, and explores themes such as love, faith, pain, passion, and loss. Available September 3 14332747 $18.99
Republic Records • Rap/Hip-Hop Guest Artists: G Herbo, Drake Nicki Minaj is offering a wide release of her iconic third mixtape. The original version was released in 2009 with classic tracks like I Get Crazy and Itty Biggy Piggy. The 2021 re-release arrives with more from that era. Available August 13 Parental Advisory 14336557 $18.99
Mercury Act 1
Beam Me Up Scotty
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HOT NEW RELEASES The in-demand titles patrons will be looking for. Teddy Swims
Duncan Laurence
Warner Bros. Records, Inc. Pop/Rock Guest Artist: Thomas Rhett Teddy Swims contains multitudes. His voice sounds cozy and rich over any of the many genres he loves to mix up, from the pop and soul most have heard to gospel, hip-hop, and hard rock. 14301995 $11.99
Capitol Records • Pop/Rock Guest Artist: Armin Van Buuren With his debut album, Duncan Laurence paints cinematic atmospheres with many textures–the rich instrumentation of alternative rock, the delicacy of folk, and the dynamic, catchy swells of contemporary pop.
Unlearning
Willow
Lately I Feel Everything
Roc Nation • Pop/Rock
Available September 10 Parental Advisory 14329783 $15.99 Guest Artists: Travis Barker, Avril Lavigne Willow Smith reveals a new sound with her latest studio album, which includes the singles Transparent Soul; Lipstick; and Soul. There are also appearances from Travis Barker and Avril Lavigne.
Rip It Up The Best of Specialty Records Various Artists
Craft Recordings • R&B Artists: Little Richard, Lloyd Price, Sam Cooke Brings together some of the most important tracks to be released on the notable Los Angeles record label. Founded in 1945 by Art Rupe, Specialty Records made a giant impact in the fields of gospel, rock n’ roll, and R&B. Available August 6 14307250 $19.99
Anthony Ramos
Diana Ross
Republic Records • R&B As he makes his mark in the big-screen adaptation of In the Heights, Anthony Ramos releases an adrenaline-filled body of work that leads listeners through a night out filled with passion and losing oneself in living on the edge.
Decca • R&B Recorded in her home studio, Diana Ross offers a powerful, inclusive musical message of love and togetherness. With its songs of happiness, appreciation, and joy, it wholeheartedly acknowledges that everyone in this all together.
Love and Lies
Deluxe Edition 14248959 $15.99
Paul Anka
Making Memories
Green Hill Productions Pop/Rock Guest Artists: Il Divo, Olivia Newton-John Pop music icon Paul Anka presents all-new recordings of some of his signature songs as well as newly minted classics. Featuring guest performances by Olivia Newton-John, Il Divo, Andrea Bocelli, and Michael Buble. 14291604 $15.99
Thank You
Parental Advisory 14279895 $18.99
Available September 10 14320121 $18.99
Leela James
Cautious Clay
BMG Rights Management (US) LLC • R&B Guest Artist: Mumu Fresh The new album from Leela James includes the R&B hit single Complicated as well as the tracks Put It on Me; See Me; and Tryin to Get By. 14302003 $18.99
Cautious Clay Music LLC R&B Rising independent R&B/ indie artist Cautious Clay has been self-releasing and self-producing music since 2016. His debut album comes with the previously released singles Roots; Dying in the Subtlety; and Agreeable. 14253131 $15.99
See Me
Small Town Boy
Deadpan Love
Ruth B.
Moments in Between
Downtown Records • Pop/Rock
Available September 24 14323959 $20.99 Following the release of her hit debut album, 2017’s Safe Haven, Ruth B. returns with her sophomore album. It includes the single Die Fast.
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Bob’s Burgers Music Album Volume 2 Various Artists
Sub Pop Records • Soundtracks
Available August 20 2 Discs 14330291 $23.99
Artists: John Roberts, Max Greenfield A 90-song smorgasbord that features the Belcher family as well as the show’s numerous recurring and special guests, including Adam Driver, Tiffany Haddish, and Matt Berninger (of the Nationals).
Big Red Machine
How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?
Jagjaguwar • Pop/Rock Guest Artists: Fleet Foxes, Taylor Swift Big Red Machine, the duo featuring Justin Vernon of Bon Iver and the National’s Aaron Dessner, release their second album. It features appearances from Taylor Swift, Fleet Foxes, Anais Mitchell, and Sharon Van Etten. Available August 27 2 Discs 14333315 $19.99
Switchfoot Interrobang
Fantasy • Pop/Rock Switchfoot reaches a bold new creative peak on their twelfth full-length album. Fearlessly marrying ‘60s experimentalism and synth-driven new wave swagger, the band pushed past its comfort zones and retooled its sound. Available August 20 14307246 $19.99
Republic Records Soundtracks Soundtrack to the highly anticipated animated/live-action film. The first single, We Win (Space Jam: A New Legacy) debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot Gospel Songs chart and unites rapper Lil Baby with gospel icon Kirk Franklin. 14306314 $18.99
Respect Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Jennifer Hudson
Epic • Soundtracks Jennifer Hudson becomes the Queen of Soul in one of the most anticipated music biopics. The film’s soundtrack features Hudson’s take on seventeen classic Aretha songs, as well as one new original song.
Soul Original Score
Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, & Jon Batiste
Walt Disney Records • Soundtracks 14229287 $20.99
Guest Artists: David Diggs, Cody Chestnutt
Available August 13 14306316 $15.99
The Academy Award-winning soundtrack by Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, and Jon Batiste comes to CD. The score drifts between the real and soul worlds while capturing a journey from the streets of New York City to cosmic realms.
Chvrches
Jade Bird
Glassnote • Pop/Rock Guest Artist: Robert Smith Recorded almost entirely remotely on two different sides of the Atlantic, this album is an ode to the digital violence experienced on screen, by screens, and through screens.
Glassnote • Pop/Rock Jade Bird has returned with a second album. Translating 2020’s conflicting emotions into sharply observed narrative vignettes, she shows her flair as a storyteller.
Screen Violence
Different Kinds of Light
Available August 27 14285438 $18.99
Available August 13 14290369 $18.99
Chrissie Hynde
Colin Hay
Standing in the Doorway Chrissie Hynde Sings Bob Dylan
BMG Rights Management (UK) • Pop/Rock Chrissie Hynde, lead singer of the Pretenders, sings several songs made famous by Bob Dylan, including Every Grain of Sand; Don’t Fall Apart on Me Tonight; and You’re a Big Girl Now. Available August 20 14291616 $23.99
I Just Don’t Know What to Do with Myself
Compass Records Pop/Rock Former Men at Work vocalist Colin Hay delivers a set of lushly reimagined classics that showcase both his talent for interpreting songs and his iconic vocals. Available August 6 14333307 $22.99
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HOT NEW RELEASES The in-demand titles patrons will be looking for. Anderson East
Maybe We Never Die
New Elektra • Country Anderson East’s first new album since 2018 also serves as the follow-up to his acclaimed release, Encore. His new album features the single Madelyn. Available August 20 14291618 $16.99
Parker McCollum Gold Chain Cowboy
MCA Nashville • Country 14291608 $15.99
After making his mark in the independent music scene, Parker McCollum releases his major label debut, which includes the chart-topping single Pretty Heart and the Top 40 hit To Be Loved by You.
Amerikinda 20 Years of Dualtone Various Artists
Dualtone • Folk Features a slew of Dualtone artists and alumni, including the Lumineers, Brett Dennen, Gregory Alan Isakov, Mt. Joy, Shovels and Rope, and Langhorne Slim, all covering each other’s songs in celebration of the label’s landmark birthday. Available August 6 14301979 $16.99
Tina Turner
Big Sean
Rhino/Parlophone • R&B Tina Turner’s classic album is celebrated with a new expanded edition, featuring the original album fully remastered, alongside a collection of B-sides, remixes, and a previously unreleased demo of The Best. 14294634 $28.99
Def Jam • Rap/Hip-Hop Guest Artists: Chris Brown, Nicki Minaj After ten years, Finally Famous is still a cultural phenomenon in Big Sean’s career. While a decade has passed since its release, it continues to be relevant, club-certified, and hard-hitting.
Foreign Affair
2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee
Parental Advisory, 10th Anniversary Deluxe Edition, Remixed & Remastered 14333319 $18.99
Brian May
Rhino/Blackened Recordings • Pop/Rock Expanded Edition has an alternate cover handpicked by Lars Ulrich and includes 3 CDs featuring the newly remastered album and previously unreleased, demos, rough mixes, and live tracks.
UMe • Pop/Rock The original album is newly remastered by Bob Ludwig from the original master tapes and personally overseen by Brian May. The second disc, Out of the Light, contains alternative versions, B-sides, and live tracks.
Available September 10 Remastered Expanded Edition, 3 Discs 14330237 $32.99
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In the Blossom of Their Shade
New West Records • Folk Pokey LaFarge intentionally crafted songs that created space and have melodies that can glide throughout a composition that’s a far cry from the swing and blues-infused songs of his earlier work. Available September 10 14320128 $18.99
Connie Smith
The Cry of the Heart
Fat Possum • Country Connie Smith’s 54th album, a one-hour special along with companion programming hosted by the Grand Ole Opry. A ceremony hosted by the city of Nashville to celebrate the unveiling of her star on the Music City Walk of Fame. Available August 20 14290354 $19.99
Finally Famous
Metallica Metallica
Pokey LaFarge
Back to the Light
Available August 6 2 Discs 14323962 $25.99
George Harrison
All Things Must Pass 50th Anniversary
Capital Records • Pop/Rock
Available August 6
Deluxe Edition, 3 Discs 14291614 $38.99 Guest Artists: Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton George Harrison’s landmark solo album is being honoured with a suite of new releases highlighted by a stunning new mix of the classic album as well as previously unreleased material. Also Available:
Remaster of the album 2 Discs 14291613 $25.99
Even more additional material Super Deluxe Edition, 5 Discs 14291615 $194.99
All albums highlighted in red are new to the chart toppers page this month
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Olivia Rodrigo Sour
Parental Advisory 14097498 $18.99
“4 stars out of 5... she expertly rides the wave of teenage turbulence and emotional chaos down any road she chooses.”
Geffen • Pop/Rock Edited Version 14097499 $18.99
Olivia Rodrigo continues to be one of the breakout music stars of 2021. Her song Good 4 U has been picked by many as a contender for Song of the Summer. Her debut album also features the hits Drivers License and Déjà Vu. 2 Lil Baby & Lil Durk
The Voice of the Heroes
3 Migos
Culture III
Digital album available on hoopla.
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Dangerous The Double Album
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Future Nostalgia
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J. Cole Luke Combs Pop Smoke 7 8 9 The Off-Season
Parental Advisory 14307243 $18.99
What You See Is What You Get
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Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon
Parental Advisory 13477288 $18.99
The Weeknd Justin Bieber Seventeen Lil Baby 10 11 12 13 After Hours
Parental Advisory 12874314 $18.99
Justice
Parental Advisory 13995399 $18.99
Your Choice
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My Turn
Parental Advisory 12847090 $15.99
Post Malone Queen Juice WRLD Juice WRLD 14 15 16 17 Hollywood’s Bleeding
Parental Advisory 12454759 $18.99
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Parental Advisory 13823352 $18.99
Greatest Hits We Will Rock You Edition
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Legends Never Die
Parental Advisory 13578989 $18.99
Goodbye & Good Riddance
Digital album available on hoopla.
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Rumours
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Tickets to My Downfall
Parental Advisory 13547418 $18.99
22 23 24 25 Giveon The Weeknd Luke Combs Creedence When It’s All The Highlights This One’s Clearwater Parental Advisory Said and Done... for You Revival Take Time
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Chronicle 20 Greatest Hits
CCR 40th Anniversary Edition 11049874 $19.99
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TOP MUSIC PICKS Titles people are talking about. Leon Bridges
Jam & Lewis
Columbia (USA) • R&B Leon Bridges delivers an album that combines modern and classic soul. His third album includes the song Born Again, which is a collaboration with Robert Glasper. 14278249 $16.99
BMG Rights Management (US) LLC • R&B The legendary producing duo of Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis release their first ever album as artists. Here they collaborate with artists including Babyface and Mariah Carey. 14278256 $18.99
Gold-Diggers Sound
Nathaniel Rateliff Red Rocks 2020
Fantasy • Pop/Rock 2 Discs 14253107 $25.99
Covers an amazing range of music from Nathaniel Rateliff’s celebrated career, including several jewels from his solo albums and tracks from Tearing at the Seams, his much-loved 2018 LP with the Night Sweats.
Patrick Paige II If I Fail Are We Still Cool?
Fat Possum • Rap/Hip-Hop Patrick Paige II, bass player for the Grammy Award-winning group the Internet, releases his sophomore solo album. Along with collaborations with Steve Lacy and Syd, it includes the single Ain’t Talking Bout Much. 14253139 $18.99
Bleachers
Inside Recordings Pop/Rock Nearly five decades since his debut LP, the songs on Jackson Browne’s new album sustain the soulful intimacy of his first release, combined with a power and wisdom gained from a life pursuing positive change. 14271861 $22.99
RCA Records • Pop/Rock Guest Artist: Bruce Springsteen In late 2020, Bleachers offered up the first taste of new music to preview the album with the release of Chinatown featuring Bruce Springsteen. That song is one of many featured on the band’s new album. 14253066 $13.99
Richard Marx
Stories to Tell Greatest Hits and More
BMG Rights Management (US) LLC • Pop/Rock Serving as a soundtrack to his memoir, this collection features never-beforereleased demos of hits, live tracks, and brand new recordings of Richard Marx’s greatest hits. 2 Discs 14253095 $20.99
DMX
Exodus
Def Jam Records Rap/Hip-Hop Guest Artists: Jay-Z, The Lox The unyielding masterpiece from hip-hip icon DMX, executive produced by the legendary Swizz Beatz, solidifies DMX as part of today’s conversation and a forward motion in hip-hop. Availavble August 27 Parental Advisory 14278263 $18.99 Edited Version 14278264 $18.99
Jackson Browne Downhill from Everywhere
Jam & Lewis Volume 1
Take the Sadness Out of Saturday Night
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds
Back the Way We Came Volume 1 (2011-2021)
Sour Mash Records Ltd. Pop/Rock A best-of celebrating the first decade of Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds. Along with previously released tracks and remixes, there are two new studio tracks, including the single We’re on Our Way Now. 2 Discs 14232564 $20.99
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Los Lobos
Native Sons
New West Records Pop/Rock Features thirteen songs from well-known LA artists such as Buffalo Springfield, WAR, Jackson Browne, and the Beach Boys, as well as deep cuts from the Jaguars, the Basters, and the Premiers. 14232583 $18.99
David Crosby For Free
BMG Rights Management (US) LLC • Pop/Rock Guest Artists: Sarah Jarosz, Michael McDonald Folk rock icon David Crosby delivers a new collection of songs that are filled with warmth and truth. He also collaborates with Michael McDonald, Sarah Jarosz, and Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen. Parental Advisory 14273704 $18.99
CANADIAN PERSPECTIVE Murray McLauchlan Hourglass
True North Records • Folk A collection of songs that address the shocking events of the recent past and the ongoing trajectory of a troubled world, but also the sweetness of life itself. 14291559 $22.99
Ruth B.
Moments in Between
Downtown Records • Pop/Rock
Available September 24 14323959 $20.99 Following the release of her hit debut album, 2017’s Safe Haven, Ruth B. returns with her sophomore album. It includes the single Die Fast.
Paul Anka
Making Memories
Packs
Take the Cake
Fire Talk Records Pop/Rock Toronto’s Packs’ debut is a collection of songs that marry the loose but incisive jangle of early Pavement with the barbed sweetness of Sebadoh and the wide-eyed wonder of the first Shins LP. 14248955 $15.99
Green Hill Productions • Pop/Rock Available August 13 14291604 $15.99 Legendary singer-songwriter and pop music icon Paul Anka presents all-new recordings of some of his signature songs with guest performances by Olivia Newton-John, Il Divo, Andrea Bocelli, and Michael Buble.
JP Saxe
Steve Marriner
Arista Records • Pop/Rock Guest Artists: Julia Michaels, Maren Morris The thirteen-track album features the smash hit If the World Was Ending and previously released track Line by Line featuring Maren Morris. 14232529 $16.99
Stony Plain • Blues One of Canada’s busiest musicians, Steve Marriner has proven himself to be a versatile and highly skilled musician, songwriter, and producer. Now he is releasing his first album as a solo artist. 14301987 $22.99
Dangerous Levels of Introspection
Barenaked Ladies Detour De Force
Raisin’ Records. • Pop/Rock The sixteenth album from Barenaked Ladies is their most broadreaching and diverse work to date. It is led by the sonically adventurous first single Flip, which reflects the many flips and changes of the last year. 14290352 $20.99
Hope Dies Last
Mother Mother Inside
Warner Records • Pop/Rock 14294635 $21.99 The new album from alternative rockers Mother Mother was written at home during the pandemic and produced by Howard Redekopp, who also produced the band’s first two albums more than a decade ago. Includes the single I Got Love.
Martha Wainwright Love Will Be Reborn
Cooking Vinyl Limited Pop/Rock With an undeniable voice and an arsenal of powerful songs, Martha Wainwright is a beguiling performer and a refreshingly different force in music. Her new album comes with the single Love Will Be Reborn. Available August 20 14290353 $16.99
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ROCK Melissa Etheridge
Switchfoot
BMG Rights Management (US) LLC Originating from a set of discovered demos, Melissa Etheridge gave a collection of old songs new life. Recorded in 2013 but shelved, these songs finally get to be released for fans to hear.
Fantasy Switchfoot reaches a bold new creative peak on their twelfth full-length album. Fearlessly marrying ‘60s experimentalism and synth-driven new wave swagger, the band pushed past its comfort zones and retooled its sound.
One Way Out
Chvrches
Glassnote
Screen Violence
Available August 27 14285438 $18.99 Guest Artist: Robert Smith Recorded almost entirely remotely on two different sides of the Atlantic, this album is an ode to the digital violence experienced on screen, by screens, and through screens.
Interrobang
Available September 17 14294627 $18.99
Available August 20 14307246 $19.99
Chrissie Hynde
Jade Bird
Standing in the Doorway Chrissie Hynde Sings Bob Dylan
BMG Rights Management (UK) Chrissie Hynde, lead singer of the Pretenders, sings several songs made famous by Bob Dylan, including Every Grain of Sand; Don’t Fall Apart on Me Tonight; and You’re a Big Girl Now. Available August 20 14291616 $23.99
Different Kinds of Light
Glassnote Jade Bird has returned with a second album. Translating 2020’s conflicting emotions into sharply observed narrative vignettes, she shows her flair as a storyteller. Available August 13 14290369 $18.99
Featuring Taylor Swift! Drive-By Truckers
Foxing
New West Records On July 13, 2006, the Drive-By Truckers set up shop at Plan 9 Records in Richmond, VA. It was the 25th anniversary of the store. The band performed to a packed house and played a blistering set of fan favourites.
Hopeless Records It has almost been three years since Foxing released their fan and critically acclaimed album Nearer My God. Now the band begins a new chapter with an album that includes the single Go Down Together.
Plan 9 Records July 13, 2006
Available August 6 2 Discs 14302006 $20.99
Draw Down the Moon
Available August 6 14290384 $18.99
Sepultura
Andrew W.K.
Nuclear Blast America Guest Artists: Scott Ian, Danko Jones, Angélica Burns A live collection of fifteen classic Sepultura tracks recorded on the band’s pandemic-born podcast SepulQuarta, a live stream organized once a week during the quarantine to talk with experts and musical colleagues.
Napalm Records Internationally acclaimed hard rock musician and god of partying Andrew W.K. marks another extraordinarily intense chapter in his fabled and perplexing tenure as a pop culture icon with his fifth full-length rock album
Sepulquarta
Available August 13 14307259 $16.99
God Is Partying
Available September 10 Parental Advisory 14294629 $18.99
Big Red Machine
How Long Do You Think It’s Gonna Last?
Jagjaguwar
Available August 27 2 Discs 14333315 $19.99 Guest Artists: Lisa Hannigan, Ben Howard Big Red Machine, the duo featuring Justin Vernon of Bon Iver and the National’s Aaron Dessner, releases their second album. It features appearances from Taylor Swift, Fleet Foxes, Anais Mitchell, and Sharon Van Etten.
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MUST-HAVE RELEASES The biggest name in K-pop delivers a greatest hits collection.
BTS
Geffen • Pop/Rock Available August 6 2 Discs 14306315 $33.99
BTS, the Best
K-pop group BTS has become one of the biggest acts in the world. This collection features 23 of their biggest hits, including Dynamite; Film Out; and Boy with Luv.
Unreleased gems from Barbra Streisand.
Barbra Streisand Legacy • Pop/Rock
Release Me 2
Available August 6 14290359 $12.99 This new collection contains previously unreleased tracks from Barbra’s vault, including duets with Willie Nelson and Kermit the Frog.
OneRepublic’s delayed album is now available to order.
OneRepublic Human
Mosley Music/Interscope Records • Pop/Rock Available August 27 13059659 $18.99
After a bit of a delay, OneRepublic releases their highly anticipated new studio album, which includes the singles Rescue Me; Somebody to Love; Wanted; and Didn’t I.
New album includes the single Last Train Home.
John Mayer Sob Rock
Columbia / Sony Music Pop/Rock 14285518 $16.99 Singer-songwriter John Mayer is back with his first solo studio album since 2017’s The Search for Everything. For all titles in this catalogue, click Cat2Cart on cvsmidwesttape.ca | August 2021 11
COUNTRY Connie Smith
Parker McCollum
Fat Possum Connie Smith’s 54th album, a one-hour special along with companion programming hosted by the Grand Ole Opry. A ceremony hosted by the city of Nashville to celebrate the unveiling of a Connie Smith star on the Music City Walk of Fame.
MCA Nashville After making his mark in the independent music scene, Parker McCollum releases his major label debut, which includes the chart-topping single Pretty Heart and the Top 40 hit To Be Loved by You. 14291608 $15.99
The Cry of the Heart
Anderson East
Maybe We Never Die
New Elektra
Available August 20 14291618 $16.99 Anderson East’s first new album since 2018 also serves as the follow-up to his acclaimed release Encore. His new album features the single Madelyn.
Available August 20 14290354 $19.99
Gold Chain Cowboy
Jim Lauderdale
Jeremy Stephens
Yep Roc Records After a year of lockeddown isolation, this album finds two-time Grammy Award winner Jim Lauderdale breaking out with wide-open arrangements along the lines of Neil Young, the Grateful Dead, and Little Feat. 14291590 $20.99
Rebel Records Jeremy Stephens returns with a masterpiece in his second solo outing. This album provides not only an exciting auditory experience; it delivers a musical education as well.
Hope
How I Hear It
Available August 13 14307257 $20.99
FOLK James McMurtry The Horses and the Hounds
New West Records The acclaimed songwriter backs personal narratives with effortless elegance and endless energy. This first collection in seven years spotlights a seasoned tunesmith in peak form as he turns toward reflection and revelation.
Andrea von Kampen That Spell
Fantasy Andrea von Kampen delivers an emotionally evocative powerhouse. It’s cinematic and sweeping, with literary references, reflections on nature, and above all the ability to transport listeners to a memory, a place in time, or a place in a dream.
Available August 20 14320129 $18.99
Available August 6 14301989 $19.99
Amerikinda 20 Years of Dualtone
Charlie Parr
Various Artists
Dualtone Features a slew of Dualtone artists and alumni, including the Lumineers, Brett Dennen, Gregory Alan Isakov, Mt. Joy, Shovels and Rope, and Langhorne Slim, all covering each other’s songs in celebration of the label’s landmark birthday. Available August 6 14301979 $16.99
Last of the Better Days Ahead
Smithsonian Folkways Recordings Charlie Parr’s newest album is a collection of powerful new songs about how one looks back on a life lived, as well as forward on what’s still to come. 14243119 $19.99
Pokey LaFarge
In the Blossom of Their Shade
New West Records
Available September 10 14320128 $18.99 Pokey LaFarge intentionally crafted songs that created space and have melodies that can glide throughout a composition that’s a far cry from the swing and blues-infused songs of his earlier work.
12 August 2021 | CVS Midwest Tape | 1.866.698.2231 | 3875 McNicoll Avenue Unit 105, Toronto, Ontario, M1X 0C1
R&B Durand Jones & the Indications Private Space
Dead Oceans, Inc. Developed after being apart for much of the year, this album is creatively explosive and delights in upending expectations. Its ten tracks are both an escapist fantasy and a much-needed recentreing after a tumultuous 2020. 14290364 $19.99
Rip It Up The Best of Specialty Records Various Artists
Craft Recordings Artists: Little Richard, Lloyd Price, Sam Cooke Brings together some of the most important tracks to be released on the notable Los Angeles record label. Founded in 1945 by Art Rupe, Specialty Records made a giant impact in the fields of gospel, rock n’ roll, and R&B. Available August 6 14307250 $19.99
Leela James
Anthony Ramos
BMG Rights Management (US) LLC Guest Artist: Mumu Fresh The new album from Leela James includes the R&B hit single Complicated as well as the tracks Put It on Me; See Me; and Tryin to Get By. 14302003 $18.99
Republic Records As he makes his mark in the big-screen adaptation of In the Heights, Anthony Ramos releases an adrenaline-filled body of work that leads listeners through a night out filled with passion and losing oneself in living on the edge.
See Me
Love and Lies
Parental Advisory 14279895 $18.99
Diana Ross Decca
Thank You
Available September 10 14320121 $18.99 Recorded in her home studio, Diana Ross offers a powerful, inclusive musical message of love and togetherness. With its songs of happiness, appreciation, and joy, it wholeheartedly acknowledges that everyone is in this together.
SOUNDTRACKS Coming to theatres this August!
Space Jam: A New Legacy Motion Picture Soundtrack
Girl from the North Country Original Broadway Cast Recording
Republic Records Soundtrack to the highly anticipated animated/liveaction film. The first single, We Win (Space Jam: A New Legacy) debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot Gospel Songs chart and unites rapper Lil Baby with gospel icon Kirk Franklin. 14306314 $18.99
Legacy Artists: Todd Almond, Jeannette Bayardelle A full-length musical theatre piece, written and directed by Conor McPherson, that boldly reimagines the songs of Bob Dylan in provocative new dramatic contexts.
Various Artists
Respect Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Epic
Jennifer Hudson
Available August 13
14306316 $15.99 Grammy and Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson brings the life of Aretha Franklin to the big screen with one of the most anticipated biopics of the year. The soundtrack features her take on Aretha’s classic songs.
Without Remorse Original Motion Picture Score Jonsi
Krunk Jónsi releases his latest score, for the new Amazon original movie starring Michael B. Jordan, Jodie Turner-Smith, and Jamie Bell, directed by Stefano Sollima. The score is 23 tracks of pure action, adrenaline, and anxiety. Available September 17 14294626 $23.99
Various Artists
Available August 20 14307242 $14.99
The Ice Road
Various Artists
Big Machine Artists: Jason Isbell, Brantley Gilbert Soundtrack of reimagined classic country songs inspired by and included in the 2021 action movie starring Liam Neeson. Includes tracks from Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw, and more. 14236175 $14.99
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CLASSICAL Summertime
Violin on Stage
Elegie
Decca Vibrant young pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason presents her sparkling second album, as she takes listeners on a journey through the musical landscape of 20th century America. 14271867 $18.99
Deutsche Grammophon Guest Artists: NFM Wroclaw Philharmonic Orchestra A superstar in her homeland and high demand worldwide as a soloist, South Korean violinist Bomsori Kim presents her solo debut. which includes works written for or inspired by opera and ballet. 14291612 $22.99
Sony Non Catalogue Titles Anita Rachvelishvili’s second album showcases her in the song repertoire to which she has a special connection despite being best known as a star of the world’s greatest opera houses. 14291583 $16.99
Isata Kanneh-Mason
Gershwin Porgy & Bess
Bomsori Kim
Generations
Various Artists
Pentatone Music The Philadelphia Orchestra and conductor Marin Alsop present a live recording with highlights of Gershwin’s self-proclaimed American ‘Folk Opera’ Porgy and Bess, together with a stellar cast and the Morgan State University Choir. 14291582 $25.99
William Christie, Theotime Langlois de Swarte
Harmonia Mundi Leclair and Senaillé were the French Paganinis of their day. Technically challenging yet full of poetry, rhythmically varied and always dance-like, their sonatas find a fervent advocate in William Christie. Available August 6 14290370 $25.99
Anita Rachvelishvili
Gustav Mahler Ye Xiaogang - The Song of the Earth
Shanghai Symphony Orchestra
Deutsche Grammophon Centuries-old Chinese poetry is brought to life in a new recording from Long Yu and the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. The album was recorded in Shanghai with soloists Michelle DeYoung, Brian Jagde, Liping Zhang, and Shenyang. 2 Discs 14291600 $18.99
BLUES Eric Bibb
Dear America
Provogue Guest Artists: Shaneeka Simon, Eric Gales An album that laces its exploration of the nation’s most poisonous issues with hope, love, and a brighter road ahead. Available August 20 14291617 $20.99
Rough Guide to the Best Country Blues You’ve Never Heard Volume 2 Various Artists
World Music Network Artists: Hi Henry Brown, Tommie Bradley This collection delves even deeper into the archives of country blues, uncovering hidden gems by artists shrouded in mystery, from classic renditions of blues standards to intriguing novelty songs. 14291589 $19.99
Christone ‘Kingfish’ Ingram 662
Alligator Records The defining blues voice of his generation releases the eagerly anticipated follow-up to his Grammynominated debut, 2019’s Kingfish. This is a powerful and personal album, a fiery coming-of-age record. 14285434 $23.99
Mike Zito
Toby Lee
Popa Chubby
Sono Recording Group With numerous blues music awards already under his belt, Mike Zito provides a remedy for ravenous ears as he unleashes eleven of his most exquisite blues, rock, and soul treasures. 14271876 $16.99
Lee Records At just sixteen years old, Toby Lee has experienced more than many musicians do in a lifetime. The immensely gifted guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter is now set to achieve another landmark moment with his long-awaited debut album. 14270858 $19.99
DixieFrog Dawning on sixty and with a career spanning more than 30 years, Popa Chubby continues to fight against the injustices of this world. 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic offered him inspiration for his new album. 14248952 $22.99
Resurrection
Aquarius
Tinfoil Hat
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CHILDREN’S Evie the Queen of the Insects Istvan & His Imaginary Band
Emphasis Kids Istvan’s brand new album features tracks that include incredible new songs as well as the full narration and character voicing telling the story of a little girl and her extra special connection to nature. 14279896 $16.99
Let Love be Your Guide Dan Zanes, Claudia Zanes
Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
Available September 10 14329782 $19.99 The first duo album by internationally renowned family musicians Dan and Claudia Zanes is a collection of songs to sprark intergenerational conversations about anti-racism, racial justice, and the joys of community.
Frogs and Birds Lindsay Munroe
Can’t Buy a Thrill Ride
Craft Recordings
Available August 27
Jack Forman
Monkey House Music Conceived in COVID, performed in PJs, Jack Forman returns with a new collection of highly addictive songs for the whole family. Jack captures a relatable and seemingly spontaneous reaction to a day (after day) of being at home. 14291564 $20.99
14307248 $16.99
The second album from Raffi’s protégé features classic family sing-alongs and new original material. Raffi also makes an appearance on several of the album’s tracks. Featured songs include You Are My Sunshine and Frogs and Birds.
Backstroke Raptor The Story Pirates
Face Cake Records Guest Artist: Lin-Manuel Miranda From the B-52’s-inspired title track about a swimming velociraptor to the Wizard Who Just Goes Poof, featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda as a rapping dragon, the second album from the Story Pirates is their weirdest and wildest collection. 14291563 $18.99
Nothing Is Impossible
The Story Pirates
Face Cake Records From penguins who work in an office to a carrot who lives on Saturn and longs to be eaten, this twelvesong album offers unique, and uniquely fun, insight into the imaginations of children. 14291565 $18.99
Lullabies with Love The Wiggles
Peppa’s Adventures The Album Ent. One Music
Peppa Pig
Available August 20 14323957 $18.99 Peppa Pig is an animated series for preschool children about a cheeky and slightly bossy little pig called Peppa. This collection features songs from the show.
ABC (Australian) A collection of brand-new songs to calm, entertain, sing along to, and help tell the story of a baby green dinosaur. All of the songs are based on the narrative about the day the Wiggles look after baby Dorothy the Dinosaur. 14301959 $16.99
We’re All Fruit Salad! The Wiggles’ Greatest Hits The Wiggles
ABC (Australian) The Wiggles present an album of greatest hits. Unlike previous collections, this time some of the songs were picked by a public online vote. 13988586 $16.99
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