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Allison Moorer: Crows

Nothing to crow about: New songs fly in crooked line There’s something comfortable about crows—their trademark call, that unmistakable silhouette, and the fact that no matter where I reside, they’re always there. I’m no ornithologist, but I think crows are a lot like the men in my life: clever little assholes that win you over with dark humor and reliable comfort. A lot of people have a deep personal association with these vaguely creepy avatars. And perhaps this pandemic of familiarity is why Allison Moorer felt the need to name her new album after the ghost of our collective repose....  read more

Rykodisc celebrates 25th anniversary with free downloads

Warner Music Group subsidiary Rykodisc is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, and will release five free downloads from its catalog each month to commemorate the occasion. Rykodisc made a name for itself in the early '80s as the first label to release music exclusively in a compact disc format. Founder Jac Holzman was well-known throughout the music industry, and promoted the label as an artist-driven haven for creativity. Today, the label is home to artists including Frank Zappa, Joe Jackson, Morphine and Elf Power. The label had made strides in the digital and environmental world over the past year...  read more