Patty Smyth, both with her hit band Scandal and as a solo artist, is a true "New Wave Queen" and has always been a rock and roll chick. If Smyth did nothing but marry New York punk poet Richard Hell... more

Propelled by their breakthrough hit "Goodbye to You" and its endlessly watched MTV video, Scandal gave Columbia its best-selling EP ever with their self-titled 1982 debut. A hit LP followed, as did... more

Some groups exceed the designation of "influential." This crucial gospel ensemble ("The Beatles of gospel"—Al Kooper) is one such group. This is essential, indeed: the first CD of their key sides on... more

Known for his Gypsy influenced acoustic guitar playing, the jazz icon plugged in occasionally and this 14 track CD compilation is dedicated to his best electrified explorations. 14 tracks including... more