a cinema of sunshine

____________New Releases 10.18.2011 Big Pete _ Choice Cuts Dutch blues master makes his American debut. Recommended for fans of the genre. Bjork _ Biophilia Icelandic legend’s latest is as pretty and weird as possible. Brantley Gilbert _ Modern day Prodigal Son Ridiculous muscle country. Chris Isaak _ Beyond The Sun Isaak pays tribute to the legendary Sun Records. Class Actress _ Rapproacher Brooklyn duo play quality synth pop. See “Bienvenue,” “Keep You.” Cradle of Filth _ Evermore Darkly Extreme metal. Everlast _ Songs of the Ungrateful Living Dark, raspy, folk/rap from an original white rapper. Freestyle Fellowship _ Promise Interesting, experimental hip hop from LA collective. Gauntlet Hair _ Gauntlet Hair Chicago indie rockers mix sub-bass and electro drums with trebly guitar for an interesting whole. I Break Horses _ Hearts Swedish duo play understated synth pop. James Blake _ Enough Thunder EP UK Hipster hero features Bon Iver but might just be too boring for the big time.. Jane’s Addiction _ The Great Escape Artist Alt heroes enlist Dave Sitek on their first new set since 2003’s Strays. John Cale _ Extra Playful EP 21-minutes of art-rock from Velvet underground co-founder. June Tabor & Oyseterband _ ragged Kingdom Classical folk from English legends. **Kitty, Daisy, & Lewis _ Smoking in Heaven UK trio play fresh, eclectic 60’s tinged rock’n’roll. Lalah Hathaway _ Where It All Begins Critically adored R&B from ‘The First Daughter of Soul.’ M83 _ Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming French electropop act play huge, upbeat indie rock. Montgomery Genry _ Rebels on the Run Cringe-worthy country pop would have anyone in their right mind on the run and hiding. **My Brightest Diamond _ All Things Will Unwind Inventive pop combining elements of chamber music, opera and cabaret from NYC singer/songwriter. See “Reaching Through to the Other Side,” “Escape Routes,” “High Low Middle.” Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds _ Self Titled Oasis leader aims to outshine Liam on his solo debut. Patrick Stump _ Soul Punk Former emo-king’s attempt at R&B is a bit confusing but has decent moments. See “Spotlight,” “The I in Lie,” “Run Dry.” Real Estate _ Days NJ/BK blog kings play their brand of sleepy pop/rock. See “Out of Tune.” Shelby Lynne _ Revelation Road Grammy winning Virginia songstress plays pretty roots-pop. T-Bone Burnett _ Presents The Speaking Clock Revue _ Live From The Beacon Theatre Great American producer welcomes a list of legends for an energetic collection of great live music. The Kentucky Headhunters _ Dixie Lullabies Authentic country rock. Recommended for fans of the genre. **recommended