Various Artists - Brazilian Guitar Treasury / Various - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Rooted in European music, native folk traditions and often infused by jazz, Brazilian music encompasses a huge variety of dance forms and songs. Prize-winning guitarist Pedro Aguiar has selected a panoramic recital to illustrate these elements which include the choro and music rich in melody and rhythmic vitality. From Villa-Lobos, whose Charos No. 1 is one of the most popular guitar solos ever written, through to the work of the revered Dilermando Reis, and on to contemporary examples of the genre, this is music of dazzling virtuosity and finesse.

Gillingham, England - The Zac Schulze Gang is excited to announce the upcoming of Straight to It on September 26, 2025, via Ruf Records. Straight To It is a fitting title for the Zac Schulze Gang's debut studio album the trio doesn't mess around with niceties, preferring to play the kind of blues-infused rock'n'roll that grabs your throat and doesn't let go. There's no doubt that their frontman, guitarist Zac Schulze, is a world-class shredder, playing with precision, speed, and passion, but the focus of the trio isn't his solos. The Zac Schulze Gang is an undeniable gang, a group unified by a flinty sensibility that adds an electrifying charge to their rock'n'roll. Zac Schulze rides the thunder generated by the rhythm section of his drummer brother Ben and bassist Ant Greenwell, the three combining to create a massive roar, all without losing sight of their songs. The blend of melody and muscle gives Straight To It a visceral kick. Branching away from the blues that provided the trio their initial inspiration, the Zac Schulze Gang opens the album with InchThe Rocker, Inch whose breathless hooks almost feel like a rallying call, and sustain that energy through the blitzkrieg rush of InchHigh Roller.Inch This hard edge is complemented by the bright power-pop of InchAngelineInch and InchBetterland, Inch an alt-rock anthem that soars toward the skies. Even with these softer touches, the Zac Schulze Gang retains a rough-and-tumble attitude, evoking the slash-and-burn menace of Dr. Feelgood and the fiery humanity of Rory Gallagher.InchHigh RollerInch finds Zac channeling the slash-and-burn style of Feelgood's guitarist Wilko Johnson, but it was Gallagher that inspired him to form his gang. During the early days of the Coronavirus Pandemic, he discovered footage of the Irish blues legend playing InchBullfrog BluesInch on YouTube. Astounded, he brought the clip to Ben, wh

BODEGA - Literary World 7Inch single featuring the brand-new single 'Literary World' and exclusive B Side track 'Heart is Humming'.InchThe new Bodega album, All Inside Aquarium, was an attempt to make a more anthemic summery, and perhaps emotional record than Bodega's done in the past. More anthemic, open-hearted, and populist sort of sound. Influenced by the early 1990s. Big choruses, big anthems, and hopefully rousing sing-alongs that inspire some kind of hopeful feeling. At least as a music fan, that's what I want nowadays.Inch - Ben HozieBODEGA are a Brooklyn-based art-rock band known for their sharp, melodic vocals, wiry post-punk sound, and cutting observations on modern life. Formed by Ben Hozie and Nikki Belfiglio, the group emerged from New York's DIY scene with a style that blends indie rock with conceptual, often humorous commentary on consumer culture, technology, and identity.