In 2001: A Space Odyssey, visionary film director Stanley Kubrick charted new cinematic terrain as he took viewers on a psychedelic trip into the 21st century. In Brainscapes 2001, visionary Dutch musician Alain Eskinasi of (3rd Force fame) similarly employs new musical sounds and forms to take listeners on a sonic journey into the new millennium.This is the third Brainscapes recording to emanate from the Amsterdam studio of this prolific composer, arranger, keyboardist and percussionist. The first two dealt with, respectively, music's effects on the brain and the emotions. Call them sound collages where ambient, trance-dance and meditation music meet in seductive and mysterious ways. His latest project distills elements from the first two records, but adds an uptempo dance aesthetic to the mix. The music is still imbued with a hypnotic, otherwordly quality, but is layered with an infectious groove that moves the feet as it uplifts the spirit.

Jazziz Magazine called this our "most adventurous album to date" back in 1990. A sizzling fusion of Jazz, Latin and World rhythms, this intricate art piece was composed and orchestrated by virtuoso bassist Randy Tico. It features world-class musicians like Jorge Strunz (Strunz & Farah), Airto and Flora Purim.

Living Mirrorrs' wide-ranging sound is an innovative alchemy of guitar, saxophone, synthesizers, bass, harp, drums and percussion, merging Rock, Jazz and Soul.

Wong Kar-Wai has selected a mosaic of music in this luscious film, creating a sound world of Hong Kong in the 1960s, when immigrants from China (most specifically, families from Shanghai) still retained their own local identities (dialects, food, popular music, and traditional operatic forms). Many of them believed Hong Kong only to be a transient home away from China.In the Mood for Love is a film about radio days. The musical selections, ranging from traditional opera to theme songs from popular films from the 1950s, constitute the backdrop against the romantic tete-a-tete of Chow Mo-Wan (Tony Leung) and Su Li-Zhen (Maggie Cheung). The main theme is borrowed from Shigeru Umegayashi’s "Yumeji’s Theme" (from Suzuki Seijun’s film of the same title). This alluring waltz, entrancing in its string ensemble arrangement, is symbolic of the tentative steps of the male and female dancers in a romantic intrigue. The distinct triple meter (dance rhythm) also embodies the paradox of passion and socially conformist duties of both sexes. What Wong found most intriguing is that only recently did he learn that Nat King Cole’s "Aquellos Ojos Verdes," "Te Quiero Dijiste," and "Quizas, Quizas, Quizas" were but covers of Latin originals. The dance band arrangements, conjugating for the local Hong Kong population the land of "gold mountains," certainly inspired many dreams.

Captivating compilation of the best tracks from her four previous albums, with two new ones.

The haunting spirit of Native America for all the world to hear, replete with dignity and hope. Proceeds support the Native American Rights Fund.

Certified 5 times platinum!

The melodically brilliant, rhythmically diverse twin guitar dynamic of Acoustic Alchemy has been an exciting part of the Smooth Jazz landscape since 1987. Determined to keep the musical spirit and energy of Acoustic Alchemy thriving, Greg Carmichael begins a new chapter in the band’s career with fresh new collaborators and an ongoing commitment to multiple stylistic influences, from Soul and Country to Pop, Jazz, Latin and Reggae.

David Sanborn has crafted a series of remarkable albums that showcased his virtuosic mastery of the saxophone. This new compilation assembles 16 of his finest moments. Sanborn is amply spotlighted here as both soloist and bandleader, with his soaring alto lines a consistent pleasure throughout.

Robert Gass is the country's foremost producer of transformational chanting music, selling 600,000 + albums with the group On Wings of Song. Kathleen Brehony is a jungian therapist and the author of Awakening at Midlife. Together, they have produced a 2CD chant album featuring: Disc One: Ecstasy - The Fire Of Devotion; Disc Two: Stillness - The Journey within. Both feature instructions, breathing techniques, and advice for creating unique personal chants.

SASHA LAZARD is rapidly becoming recognized as one of the most innovative and extraordinary talents on the international music scene. Together with producer Frank Fitzpatrick and DJ Mark Raskin, she pioneered an exciting new musical fusion of classical art songs, Russian folk tunes and opera arias with contemporary electronic beats. Even before signing with OmTown/Higher Octave Music, the alluring siren soared beyond her classical roots to charm both classical devotees and dance-club audiences alike. Sasha Lazard’s eagerly awaited debut album, The Myth of Red, will be released. The album embraces the mystique and allure of the color that depicts passion, rebellion, love, anger, the feminine, and the ferocious. The indefinable style and sound of the album is complemented by the guest appearances of DJ Spooky and Lily Hayden while Delerium, Joey Moskowitz, and Dan Martinez contribute remixes for the album.

Way beyond the Asturian cliffs lie the desert sands, explored by José Angel Hevia in the single "Tanzila," which gives some indication of what is lying in store in his next release, which goes way beyond what many would expect...the creative restlessness of this indefatigable traveller also goes way beyond any exercise in complacency. And his curiosity, readiness to take risks and eagerness to explore new landscapes, electronic bagpipes in hand, show that he is not content to rest on his laurels and accept easy applause, going far beyond the inertia that, after a drink, tells you to take the easy road to commercial sell-out and record the next compact of a critically acclaimed artist. Hence its title...going way beyond the discovery of the midi-bagpipe, we also discover his interest in finding out how it serves as a tool. Way beyond any formula for success, it is the melting pot for chemically pure tracks, which Hevia has put into operation for his second album.

The Way Up represents, in the words of guitarist Pat Metheny himself, "our most ambitious undertaking ever as a group"-a single, brilliant 68-minute piece composed by Metheny and his collaborator of 28 years, Lyle Mays. Metheny has likened the creation of The Way Up to making a film, and in some respects, the album feels like a vividly rendered journey, its moods shifting like scenes glimpsed from a fast-moving vehicle.

As the first notes of Today jolt the senses alive, it is clear that Raul Malo has wandered far and wide on this recording. “It’s been a long time coming,” explains Malo. “But this album really captures who I am.” Shaded with the rhythms of the tropics and the universal theme of love lost and redeemed, the album is as diverse as Malo himself.

Grammy® award winning, Buena Vista Social Club guitarist/vocalist Eliades Ochoa returns with his follow-up to last year's critically acclaimed CD, Sublime Illusion. Tribute to the Cuarteto Patria is a much-deserved recorded tribute to Pancho Cobas and the historic band that Eliades himself now leads. A tribute to all of those who kept the flame alive when there was no Buena Vista Social Club.

Urban Knights IV (from our friends at Narada) Chicago-born and based piano legend Ramsey Lewis can remember a time in the 1950s when he was a young, eager musician looking for new opportunities to express himself. Now, with Urban Knights, Lewis helps turn out powerful and passionate Urban and Funk grooves with a solid core of Chicago's finest young talent including Kevin Randolph, Sharay Reed, Calvin Rodgers, and Stereo. Led by Ramsey Lewis with additional special guest performances, this album went Top 5 on the Contemporary Jazz charts!

Guitarist Chris Camozzi has been heard around the world on albums and tours with Michael Bolton and Mariah Carey. His sparkling solo debut combines melodic Pop sensibilities with unique Contemporary Instrumental textures that are variously swinging, rocking, or reflective--yet always warm and heartfelt.

GRAMMY NOMINATED FOR BEST NEW AGE ALBUM. A Day Without Rain marks the latest release from this ever talented Irish New Age vocalist and keyboardist who first arrived on the music scene with her 4 million seller, Watermark. With A Day Without Rain, get set for billowy layers of infectiously groovy, positively energizing, audio energy that is bound to please all who unwrap the disc, and hit play! The project, which was polished and refined over a five-year period may qualify as her best yet! As each new track energizes your audio system, and washes over your ears to hear; you will soon realize why her heaven-touched work leaves admirers sitting speechless in slack-jawed wonder. SONGS INCLUDE: 1. A Day Without Rain 2. Wild Child 3. Only Time 4. Tempus Vernum 5. Deora Ar Mo Chroi 6. Flora's Secret 7. Fallen Embers 8. Silver Inches 9. Pilgrim 10. One By One 11. Lazy Days

Take an acoustic journey with former lead guitarist and songwriter of Jefferson Starship on his brilliant solo instrumental debut. Named #1 Independent New Age Album of 1993 by Billboard. Highly recommended!