Must-Have

Prince Welcome 2 America

Sony Music • R&B Available July 30 14110651 $16.99 Recorded in the spring of 2010 and then mysteriously abandoned by Prince, this documents his concerns, hopes, and visions for a shifting society, presciently foreshadowing an era of political division, disinformation, and a renewed fight for racial justice.

Paul McCartney McCartney III Imagined

Capitol • Pop/Rock Guest Artists: Beck, St. Vincent Available July 23 14034163 $18.99 Personally curated by Paul McCartney, this features an A-list assortment of friends, fans, and brand new acquaintances, each covering and/or reimagining their favourite McCartney III moments in their own signature styles.

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Capitol • Pop/Rock 13686858 $18.99

Aretha Franklin Aretha

Atlantic Catalog Group • R&B Guest Artists: George Michael, The Blues Brothers Available July 30 13637616 $16.99 To say that Aretha Franklin was one of the greatest artists of all time is an understatement. Her voice moved millions around the world during an unrivaled career that spanned six decades. This features some of her best recordings.

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Atlantic Catalog Group • R&B Available July 30 4 Discs 13639636 $66.99 BOX SET

Clay Walker

Texas to Tennessee

Show Dog, LLC Clay Walker’s new release is a modern album that nods at an earlier era. It recalls some of country’s historical best in terms of uncluttered songwriting, directness of message, and fine construction. Available July 30 14253141 $16.99

John R. Miller

Depreciated

Rounder Records John R. Miller combines elements of country, blues, and rock to make his own sound. His album conjures up references to recently lost heroes like John Prine and Billy Joe Shaver without sounding derivative. Available July 16 14253109 $19.99

Bella White

Just Like Leaving

Rounder Records Bella White’s new album bears a powerful authenticity that prompted Rolling Stone to praise her songwriting as ‘sublime Appalachian heartbreak.’ 14176601 $19.99

Rodney Crowell

Triage

RC1 Records Offering a rare look inside of the songwriter, this album finds Rodney Crowell introspectively looking for answers and for healing, resulting in what he has called his most personal record yet. Available July 23 14253144 $15.99

Gary Allan

Ruthless

EMI Nashville 14236155 $15.99 Gary Allan is back with his first new studio album in over eight years. His new release includes the single Temptation.

Iconic Women of Country

Various Artists

MCA Nashville Available July 16

14270849 $18.99 Special compilation that serves as the official soundtrack to the PBS special of the same name that aired in June 2020. Featuring fifteen tracks from Dolly Parton. Reba McEntire. Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette, and more.

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Lucinda Williams

Lu’s Jukebox Volume 2 Southern Soul: From Memphis to Muscle Shoals

Highway 20 Records Each volume features a themed set of songs by other artists curated by multiGrammy Award winner Lucinda Williams. Available July 9 14253123 $16.99

Son Volt

Electro Melodier

Transmit Sound The title of Son Volt’s tenth studio album describes the disc’s unique blend of folk, country, blues, soul, and rock. It includes the new single Reverie. Available July 30 14253140 $15.99

Graham Sharp

Truer Picture

Yep Roc Records Graham Sharp has made a name for himself as the chief songwriter and a founding member of the Steep Canyon Rangers. On his first solo album, the songwriter tackles a wide range of subjects, including difficult feelings of isolation. Available July 9 14248953 $20.99

The Flatlanders

Treasure of Love

Rack ‘Em Records Take a listen to the Flatlanders’ first new album in more than a decade, and it’s clear that those bonds are deeper and stronger now than ever before. Available July 9 14253126 $15.99