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There are so many goodies this week that I’m not sure where to begin.

For starters, our favorite virtual group is back.   Plastic Beach is the third studio release from Gorillaz, which boasts an eclectic array of songs that highlights the adventures of Murdoc, 2D, and company.  Plastic Beach marks a bit of a departure for the group, nothing like previous efforts, but it is quite compelling and noteworthy.  And if that isn’t enough, there is enough star power to make you dizzy.  There are guest appearances from legends Lou Reed and Bobby Womack, hip-hop giants Snoop Dogg, Mos Def, and De La Soul, as well as Little Dragon, Sinfonia Viva, and Paul Simonon and Mick Jones of The Clash. (can you stand it?!)  The lead single, “Stylo,” featuring Bobby Womack and Mos Def is just a little taste of what Plastic Beach has to offer.  What a fun ride!

The debut release from Broken Bells is also out today.  For those who haven’t heard, Broken Bells is a collaboration between James Mercer of The Shins and producer Danger Mouse.  As a fan of  The Shins, it is good to hear another side of Mercer’s artistry.  And coupled with the fact that Danger Mouse is one of the most musically gifted producers around, Broken Bells is sure to be one of the more popular debut releases of the year.

Other great music out this week as follows:  Ludacris (Battle of the Sexes), Serj Tankian (Elect the Dead Symphony),  Frightened Rabbit (The Winter of Mixed Drinks),  Ted Leo & the Pharmacists (The Brutalist Bricks), Josh Rouse (El Turista), The Morning Benders (Big Echo), Black Rebel Motorcycle Club (Beat the Devil’s Tattoo), and Liars (Sisterworld).

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