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Shadows In Paradise
 
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Price: $14.00
Artist: Valley Lodge
 
 
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RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!!  Up till now a digital and vinyl-only release - Kool Kat Musik brings it to CD!!  Led by Dave Hill, New York City’s Valley Lodge are back, rising like a phoenix or some other bird that bursts into flames for no apparent reason, with their fifth album (and Kool Kat label debut) “Shadows In Paradise”!  Fans of hot rock and just people in general perhaps know the band best for their song “Go” aka the theme song for HBO’s “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.”  They recorded the new record with producer Tom Beaujour (Nada Surf, Aeon Station, Juliana Hatfield).  It took some doing, but thanks to Beaujour’s guidance and some light snacks, the band eventually emerged with an eleven-song album that sounds kind like a 70’s AM radio mixtape pressed to vinyl and played in some kid’s basement in London 1969 that just so happens to be across the street from a Ratt concert parking lot in 1985.  Some friends dropped by to assist as well, including Guided By Voices guitarist Doug Gillard, who added killer guitar and backup vocals to a few tracks.  From the epic riffs of the album opener “Daylights” all the way to the album’s seductive closer, “That Love,” “Shadows In Paradise” is jam-packed with earworms that will play again and again in your head to the point where you may get kind of pissed off about it.  But you’ll calm down and just put the album on again.  “Full of power pop nuggets that borrow from the past while adding Hill’s admittedly juvenile sense of humor, ‘Shadows In Paradise’ follows the successful formula established by previous releases.  Built on a repetitive guitar motif, ‘Daylights’ sits in a comfortable groove and delivers a killer- catchy chorus.  ‘Doorstep’ uses similar elements to maximum effect.  Dave hits a high note - quite literally - with ‘Secret Lover’.  The Gibb brothers would be proud.  As good as these early songs are, the payoff comes on the second half of the record. ‘Trouble’ is really catchy with its wonderful keyboard arrangements.  The straight up guitar pop and call and response chorus of ‘Out Of Time is one of the more memorable 3 and a half minutes on the record, and the sitar and string arrangements on ‘That Love’ are a great way to finish.  Never taking themselves too seriously, Valley Lodge manage to continually churn out one fun record after another.  This is what pop should be, in my opinion.  For those who are already fans, ‘Shadows In Paradise’ is more of the same good sh*t.  For those not yet initiated, if you like Thin Lizzy, T. Rex and The Bee Gees, you’ll really dig this!” - Power Pop News  GREAT!!

 


 
20th Century Boys
Price: $13.00
Artist: 20th Century Boys
Description:

Ever catch the faintest beat or riff in the distance and immediately recognize the song?  That’s because tucked away in the closet of guilty pleasures in your brain is an archive of catchy choruses, clap-along breaks a ... read more »

Americanapé - Hellstranded Live Sessions
Price: $14.00
Artist: Armchair Oracles
Description:

RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!  Armchair Oracles are in a roll!  2024’s “Nothingeveris” appeared on many “Best Of” lists.  They’ve been praised for their catchy harmonies, compact song str ... read more »

On The Brink (Rarities, Remixes and Unreleased)
Price: $14.00
Description:

19 rarities, remixes and unreleased recordings from Brad Marino, hand picked by Brad, re-mixed and re-mastered just for you. "In advance of ‘On The Brink’, the song ‘Not Fooling Me’ was leaked.  The track fe ... read more »

Trouble With Women
Price: $14.00
Artist: British Lions
Description:

When rock handed British Lions lemons, read more »

Snowy Chloe
Price: $14.00
Artist: Bur
Description:

RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!  ‘Snowy Chloe’ is Bur’s third release (and second on the Kool Kat label).   ... read more »

welp.
Price: $11.00
Artist: Cameron Lew
Description:

LIMITED STOCK!!  Absolutely terrific solo (truly solo as Cameron plays and sings everything here) 2015 debut ... read more »

Obsolete Path
Price: $14.00
Artist: Chris Curch
Description:

Every Chris Church album is unique, united only by the emotive firepower of his voice and his gift for memorable melodies and haunting lyrical turns of phrase.  If there's any other throughline, it's his determi ... read more »

Get. Switched. On!
Price: $14.00
Artist: Creem Circus
Description:

Philadelphia's electrifying Creem Circus ignites stages with original tunes that transport audiences to the glam-tastic vibes read more »

Radio Friendly Darling
Price: $11.00
Artist: Dan Miraldi
Description:

Since his 2009 solo debut, Miraldi remained prolific releasing four full-length albums along with eight EPs.  2022 saw the release of his fifth album, “Radio Friendly Darling”.  “’Peace of Mind’ is the t ... read more »

Alphabet City 2 AM
Price: $11.00
Artist: Dan Miraldi
Description:

“Alphabet City 2 AM” was released in 2016.  “Dan Miraldi is a superstar.  The rest of the world might not be aware of it yet...but this fellow is already a resounding success.  There are few f ... read more »

Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera
Price: $14.00
Artist: Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera
Description:

Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera's self-titled debut 1968 masterpiece returns in a definitive CD edition, featuring their underground classic "Flames" alongside perfectl ... read more »

Graham Alexander
Price: $10.00
Artist: Graham Alexander
Description:

2011 release!  WOW!!!  PAUL McCARTNEY/EMITT RHODES ALERT!!!  With over a decade of professional music under his belt, singer/songwriter Graham Alexander is ready to take the world by storm.  His first foray ... read more »

Easy On The Wildlife
Price: $17.00
Artist: Hanemoon
Description:

Hanemoon is Hans Forster (Seaside Stars/Man Behind Tree/The Sealevel) whose songs are harmony centered, guitar driven and multivocal.  “Easy On The Wildlife” is a mix of new and old but unre ... read more »

Best Wishes - A Shortcut To I Was A King
Price: $16.00
Artist: I Was A King
Description:

For nearly 20 years they have been a warm beating heart in Norwegian music scene, reliable suppliers of perfect pop and sonic happiness.  Led by read more »

Forever & Beyond
Price: $10.00
Artist: Kenny Herbert
Description:

LIMITED STOCK!!  Kenny’s 2016 effort, “Forever & Beyond”, is a collection of 14 songs written wit ... read more »

What's The Matter, M Ross?
Price: $16.00
Artist: M Ross Perkins
Description:

On the third installment from the idiosyncratic M Ross Perkins, “What's the Matter, M Ross?”, finds our boy on an inward journey, exploring the transcendental and existential with his most lyrically confessional a ... read more »

Sometimes A Great Ocean
Price: $11.00
Artist: Marble Party
Description:

LIMITED STOCK!!  2017’s “Sometimes a Great Ocean” is a brilliantly arranged and masterfully conceived album t ... read more »

Something New
Price: $14.00
Artist: Mark Lane
Description:

On 2012’s "Something New", Mark once again delivers a sonic approach and song cycle that boasts a unique blend of contemporary sophistication and ageless rock feel. His approach to his latest album began with a sudden insp ... read more »

Greetings From The Village
Price: $7.00
Artist: Michael Harrell
Description:

2007 release.  Michael Harrell was born and raised in Nashville,TN.  At the age of 6, he started playing piano, writing songs and soon he was recording them on a friend’s four-track consol. By ... read more »

Neon Heart
Price: $10.00
Artist: Nick Capaldi
Description:

LIMITED STOCK!!  Spotted on the MOJO magazine CD celebrating Paul McCartney, in 2017 Nick Capaldi unleashed a new album ... read more »

Acoustic
Price: $16.00
Artist: Pete Ham
Description:

“Acoustic” is a limited edition CD of rare home demos by Pete Ham, the original founding member of the legendary band, Badfinger. Ham was also part of The Iveys, when they were signed to Apple Records in ... read more »

The Face Of 68
Price: $16.00
Artist: Peter Holsapple
Description:

Peter Holsapple has recorded an extraordinary new solo album he’s calling “The Face of 68”.  It reflects on age, humor and hurt, with his usual high-quality wordplay and legendary gifts for melod ... read more »

Meant To Say Something
Price: $17.00
Artist: Proper
Description:

Proper formed in London, England in March 2015 with the aim of producing timeless 3 minute pop songs, with a nod to the past pop masters of the mid 60's and the late 70's in particular.  Guitaris ... read more »

Shindig! Magazine - Issue #163
Price: $13.00
Artist: Shindig! Magazine - Issue #163
Description:

The Who are this issue’s cover stars: From The Goldhawk Club to The Marquee to the Top 10. The first half of 196 ... read more »

Sons Of Morning
Price: $12.00
Artist: Sons Of Morning
Description:

LIMITED STOCK!!  With roots firmly planted in pre-psychedelic 60’s Pop/Rock, Southern Blues, Down-home Countr ... read more »

Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow
Price: $14.00
Artist: Sorrows
Description:

“Parting Is Such Sweet Sorrow” is never-before heard full-length album from legendary NYC power pop pioneers Sorrows, the third and final chapter of a legacy that's only grown since their 1980 “Teenage Heartbreak” ... read more »

The Creation Of Sunlight
Price: $19.00
Artist: Sunlight
Description:

Late 60’s California sunshine psych/acid-rock, “Creation Of Sunlight” by Long Beach, CA band Sunlight was originally released on the Windy label in 1970.  Consisting of Gary Young on lead vocals, Carl Estrell ... read more »

Like The First Time
Price: $14.00
Artist: The Bablers
Description:

Originally issued only in Japan in 1998 by EMI, the album's first hit single “You Are The One For Me” received substantial airplay on Japanese national radio.  Songs from the album were featured in TV commercials for ... read more »

Good To Know: The Beckies Story (2 CD)
Price: $27.00
Artist: The Beckies
Description:

The debut (and only) album from the Michael Brown led project (The Left Banke, Stories).  Contains a bonus disc featuring 13 previous ... read more »

Peach
Price: $12.00
Artist: The Blusterfields
Description:

What do vampires, tea cups, the mind numbing challenges of the privileged, fascist overreach and fossilized footprints have in common?  They’re all themes from the Blusterfields’ breakout fourth album, “Peach”. ... read more »

The Shroud Of Touring - Live In 1985
Price: $15.00
Artist: The Bongos
Description:

Originally recorded in May of 1985 for RCA on a steamy Memorial Day weekend at “The Tradewinds” in Sea Bright on the New Jersey shore, this is The Bongos' only official live album.  “The Shroud of Touring: L ... read more »

An Introduction To The Chemistry Set (2CD)
Price: $30.00
Artist: The Chemistry Set
Description:

“An Introduction To The Chemistry Set” - the latest in the Fruits de Mer label’s “Intro” series, is another limited 2CD, 36 track set by one the best UK psychedelic rock groups of the last 40 years.&n ... read more »

The Chris White Experience Volume Seven
Price: $16.00
Artist: The Chris White Experience
Description:

Chris White was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019 ... read more »

Anthology
Price: $20.00
Artist: The Circles
Description:

The Circles, one of the defining bands of the mod revival movementread more »

You Could’ve Just Said That
Price: $16.00
Artist: The Davenports
Description:

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3
Price: $14.00
Artist: The Genuine Fakes
Description:

RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!  read more »

A Deeper Scar
Price: $14.00
Artist: The Greek Theatre
Description:

RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!  Every Greek Theatre is a response or reaction to its predecessor; what can ... read more »

Too Inexperienced
Price: $11.00
Artist: The Inexperienced
Description: The inexperienced chap heading up this project released in 2015 is North Londoner Alex Meadows, whose flimsy resume includes stints as Sir Tom Jones’ bassist, plucked all the bass strings on pop idol Will Young’s "Echoes" LP, replaced Nick Fyffe in Jamiroquai, and throbbed his four-string through a couple of albums with Ele ... read more »

Dreaming In Stereo
Price: $15.00
Artist: The Jellybricks
Description:

The Jellybricks are known for their catchy, harmony-driven, melodic rock ‘n’ roll, drawing inspiration from the ‘60s British In ... read more »

Cryptic Numbers
Price: $14.00
Artist: The Laissez Fairs
Description: The Laissez Fairs climb the ladder of love, devotion and re ... read more »

Message From The Country (Expanded)
Price: $18.00
Artist: The Move
Description:

Digitally remastered and expanded edition.  The album was recorded while members Roy Wood, Jeff Lynne and Bev Bevan were also creating the debut album by thei ... read more »

The Going and The Gone
Price: $7.00
Artist: The Rationales
Description:

LIMITED STOCK!!  read more »

L.P. (+ bonus tracks)
Price: $16.00
Artist: The Rembrandts
Description:

After being a member of Los Angeles power pop/glam sensations The Quick, Danny Wilde met Phil Solem, ... read more »

II
Price: $10.00
Artist: The Stewart Dolly
Description: The Stewart Dolly is a three-piece power-pop band from Edis ... read more »

Wasp In A Jar
Price: $19.00
Artist: The Vapors
Description:

“Wasp in a Jar” is the 2025 album from veteran British pop quartet The Vapors.  read more »

The Vestals
Price: $9.00
Artist: The Vestals
Description: Remember when music was made by people who played instruments, could sing like angels and wrote the kind of classic pop that stuck in your head all day?  Well, Minneapolis' four prodigal sons, the Vestals do. Their self-titled masterpiece from 2004 is a sublime slice of melodic perfection that in a review, Rollingstone ... read more »

Inside My Universe
Price: $14.00
Artist: Tomas Nilsson
Description:

NEW RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL - AVAILABLE MAY 23!  read more »

The Lonely Avenue
Price: $14.00
Artist: Tristan Armstrong
Description:

RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!  read more »

Ugly Things Magazine - Issue #68
Price: $12.00
Artist: Ugly Things Magazine - Issue #68
Description:

A spectacular cover story on exalted psychedelic outsiders Plasticland.  Also, the final installment of the Subway Sect story by guitarist Rob Symmons and his reemergence decades later with ... read more »

The Direct Records Story Volume One
Price: $16.00
Artist: Various Artists
Description:

RELEASE ON THE KOOL KAT LABEL!  read more »

Too Far Out - Beat, Mod & R&B From 304 Holloway Road 1963-1966 (3CD)
Price: $34.00
Artist: Various Artists
Description:

WOW!!  88 tracks of Beat, Mod and British R&B on 3 CDs recorded by producer Joe Meek in his studio at 304 Holloway Road in North London.  Includes num ... read more »

American Baroque: Chamber Pop And Beyond 1967-1971
Price: $16.00
Artist: Various Artists
Description:

The heyday of American baroque pop - or chamber pop - ran from 1966 to the turn of the 70’s.  It used string quartets, harpsichords a ... read more »

Time! Gentlemen!: Pub Rock Rhythm N Grooves - Classic Cuts & Rarities 1974-1982 (3CD)
Price: $33.00
Artist: Various Artists
Description:

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Fading Yellow Vol. 21
Price: $16.00
Artist: Various Artists
Description:

The “Fading Yellow” compilation series has become its own genre for those of us who enjoy the sunnier side of psychedelia.  On the 21 track “Volume 21”, the entire world is explored for more 60’s sunshine ps ... read more »

Please Say Something Nice: Bouncy Beat & Pop From The UK 1963-1968
Price: $17.00
Artist: Various Artists
Description:

“Please Say Something Nice: Bouncy Beat & Pop From The UK 1963-1968” contains read more »

Ride A Hustler's Dream
Price: $14.00
Artist: Velvet Opera
Description:

When Elmer Gantry split, read more »

Long After The Fire
Price: $16.00
Artist: Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill
Description:

Vicki Peterson of The Bangles has teamed up with John Cowsill, drummer/vocalist for The Beach Boys for over 23 years and original member of ... read more »