Out Of The Box Cd Of The Week With Paul Shugrue

“South of Here” combines their muscular beat with potent lyrics dealing with anxiety and insecurity.

Their eighth album “Good Together” brings the good times with a set of unapologetically soul pop songs designed to share their energetic spirit.

Don’t think of “As It Ever Was, So It Wil Be Again” as just the latest from a veteran American rock band, think of it as the ultimate realization of 22 years of original, daring and thrilling work.

The title of the new album “The Hits Keep Coming” doesn’t refer to hit singles but the body blows delivered by a lifetime of playing the blues.

“Look to the East, Look to the West” is their first album in 11 years but they waste no time re-capturing the essence of what they are known for; effortlessly blending catchy hooks with thoughtful songwriting surrounded by lush, modern arrangements.

“All Born Screaming” is a thrill ride of psychedelic, dystopian experimentation

"Dark Matter" is their twelfth studio album, a vivid testament to their enduring artistry and evolution.

Her third album “Don’t forget me” has many songs about coping with the sudden rush of fame.

“Only God Was Above Us” is about history, their own, and most notably that of their former hometown, New York City

The award winning blues artist plays a nylon sting acoustic on the album whose title says it all “One Guitar Woman: A Tribute to the Female Pioneers of Guitar.”

Katie Crutchfield veered away from her indie rock roots with her last album and on “Tigers Blood” she doubles down on that pure americana sound to deliver an almost perfect follow up.

Jack Antonoff, on Bleacher’s new self-titled album, has his band cruising the interstate rather than the red carpet.

“Liam Gallagher John Squire” despite it’s unimaginative title, goes a long way to contributing to their enduring legacies.

“The Past is Still Alive” is like a modern day western, tough and tender and full of personal experiences that, while traumatic, inspire the feeling that life goes on.

The indie rock trio from Australia's third album is “Faith Crisis Part 1”

“What Now” is the second solo album by the Alabama Shakes lead singer. As the title suggests you never know what’s going to happen next.

on his new solo album “What Do We Do Now” he combines two approaches, layering acoustic guitars under his trademark electric riffs

"Polaroid Lovers" is unlike anything she has done before

"Little Rope" is a captivating part of the band’s second act, it’s their fourth album since coming out of retirement.

"Higher" is a masterful blend of country, soul, and blues that showcases his remarkable vocal range.