These top-selling hipsters are at it again with a playful set that charts a course in modern music with tunes that range from reggae to Motown to disco, and an infectious melody treatment throughout makes this a very fun listen. Current hit "Say Yeah" centers on the interplay of steel and nylon string guitars, set against unique rhythmic variations.

A journey featuring acoustic guitarist Michael Mandrell and multi-insturmentalist Benjy Wertheimer. Anjali transports the listner into both the faraway lands of acient India - through the soulful sounds of the esraj, tamboura and tabla - and the mystical Celtic landscape with lyrical splashes fo acoustic guitar. This is one of our Spa consultant, Cat's recommendations for body work and massage; for meditative travel and introspection. " Benjy Wertheimer and Michael Mandrell are world-class musicians who will rock your heart and move your soul" - John Friend, founder of Anusara Yoga

The pioneering sound of classical melodies and modern rhythm loops is one of my favorites, here is the second Aria release in this group’s cathartic collection that will help release the tensions of modern life.

ARIA was Paul Schwartz' first album: an experiment in melding short snippets of opera with contemporary sounds and beats. The result was a rich and varied collection of musical cross-fertilization, groovy and yet spiritually true to the drama of the original opera arias. The album features singer Rebecca Luker, and a large string orchestra, and was recorded and mixed at Abbey Road Studios in London.

A large string orchestra, and vocals are recorded in the extraordinary acoustics of Abbey Road Studios in London, Resulting in true performances which lend the entire project vitality and presence that is rare for this genre. Soaring soprano vocals by Tony-nominated Rebecca Luker combine with pulsating grooves. If you’ve missed Aria in the past, think Enigma, Deep Forest, ERA, Lesium and the like.

At last, indeed! This album is much more than this editor expected! Kenny G's heartfelt sax is the common thread running through an album of genius musical match ups...LeAnn Rimes sings Bryan Adams' "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You," R&B star Brian McKnight gives George Michael of Wham a run for his money when he covers "Careless Whisper." Even the instrumental tracks feature superstars, including David Benoit and David Sanborn.

Like his beloved early classics steeped in Blues, Van Morrison weaves spell after spell of deep yearning and earthy wisdom in his unique, raspy, crooning voice--grizzled and captivating. One of life's warrior poets, here at his best.

It's deeply gratifying how well these poetic songs are standing the test of time. About real people in real lives, they're as touching, profound and poignantly humorous now as they were then. "Time In A Bottle". "Operator." Wow.

The definitive Ottmar Liebert sound resides in his seminal early recordings, with their purity of musical expression and their innovative excitement coupled with that indefinable yet essential Higher Octave ambience. On this collection, the accent is on the artist’s upbeat and mid-tempo songs. It’s this sound—both highly personal and universally expressive—that is celebrated in this retrospective CD.

Introduce yourself to the Blues by listening to the best from B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Charles Brown, T-Bone Walker, John Lee Hooker and others.

Nominated for a Grammy, Borrasca is the third in the trilogy from Ottmar and his band Luna Negra,consisting of Jon Gagan on bass and keyboards and Dave Bryant on drums and percussion. This power-packed album (which includes 15 songs) features a few new surprises with special horn arrangements from Gary Meek on tenor and alto saxophones and Jeff Elliot on trumpet and flugelhorn. Co-producer and engineer Dominic Camardella adds his touch with a sultry Latin piano. Certified Gold!

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.

Loreena McKennitt, Sinead O'Connor, Clannad, and Mary Black are included in this collection of mystical Celtic vocalists. It has the spirit, the life, of "Lord of the Dance" and "River Dance."

Multiple layers of ancient chants and overtone singing combine to form a subtle yet intense healing music experience As the composer/healer puts it, “When I worked with these different systems, whenever a sound was being recorded, my intention was that not only would it resonate a particular chakra, but that it would help balance and align it.”

The Higher Octave Essence Collection, an exciting six CD compilation series featuring a wide stylistic array of tracks from the vast Higher Octave Music catalog, arranged by "mood" to fit the title theme of each individual disc. Inspired by the chain of three islands that can be seen looking west from Ventura, California, the songs on Channel Islands are all tied together by water. It's a daytime disc that's both relaxing and refreshing. Also available May 22: Highway 1 and Night Moves. Coming later this year: Ambrosia, Malibu Cove and World Party.

The irresistible CUSCO sound is expanded with a full orchestra in this extraordinary album dedicated to our natural world. Companion piece to CUSCO 2002, this set brings CUSCO's popular style to a new height with a panorama of natural instrumentals.

Prem Joshua's first encounter with the DJ scene! An eclectic collection of cutting-edge mixologists shed new light on Joshua's signature sitar sound, translating his East-West alchemies into stunning dub, chill and dancefloor masterworks.

These Sanskrit mantras bubble with a groove and atmosphere that takes tradition to heaven and back. Donna’s voice resonates with ether and earth, beauty that asks you to join in, become one with the sound of deep celebration.

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.