Chic - Les Plus Grands Succes De Chic: Chic's Greatest - VINYL LP

This new recording from Elizabeth Jordan and the Northern Chamber Orchestra showcases the clarinet's remarkable versatility, featuring music from the 18th, 20th, and 21st centuries. From Johann Melchior Molter's concertos-written for the D clarinet-to Jean Francaix's playful Concerto and Stephen Barlow's evocative Nocturne, the album highlights the instrument's diverse character and expressive range. Francaix's 1967-68 clarinet concerto, initially considered nearly unplayable, is a dazzling display of virtuosity. Described by the composer as an Inchaerobatics display for the ear,Inch it features bright, tonal movements with intricate cadenzas and playful flourishes.Stephen Barlow's Nocturne for Clarinet, Strings, and Marimba (2008) was inspired by a commission from clarinettist Emma Johnson. Not following the traditional concerto form, Barlow was drawn to something more abstract, capturing the clarinet's varied colors and virtuosic capabilities. Describing the piece as a Inchjourney,Inch he likened it to the unpredictable nature of dreams, where logic often gives way to the subconscious. The marimba, first a quiet accompanist and later a dramatic catalyst, engages in a dynamic dialogue with the clarinet, while the strings form an atmospheric landscape, unfolding a narrative that feels fleetingly tangible but never fully explained.Molter's concertos reflect a pivotal moment in the clarinet's history, embracing it's trumpet-like qualities and blending Baroque elegance with early Classical charm.

The greatest hits of Nile Rodgers & Chic live at Paradiso on double vinyl. Includes the worldwide classic titles Everybody Dance, I Want Your Love, Upside Down, We Are Family, Le Freak, Good Times and many others. As always with Chic, the sound is excellent and music is just perfect!

Eric Slick's 2020 studio album, Wiseacre, has gained extensive critical acclaim since dropping via his own Slick Records last August. A follow up to his 2017 debut LP, Palisades, Wiseacre comes across as a focused, euphoric collection of indie-pop gems, with a cast of all star players. Featuring performances by Steven Drozd (Flaming Lips), music producer Butch Walker, and Natalie Prass (Slick's wife and renowned art-pop singer), the dreamy, sparkling sound of Wiseacre carries throughout the album's 10 tracks. Moonlighting for his day job as Dr. Dog's drummer, Eric Slick has become a breakout indie pop star with a gift to churn out catchy but intimate hits, time after time. Originally released on vinyl as a Bandcamp exclusive, Wiseacre is now widely availble on InchSlick YellowInch color vinyl via Org Music.