The distinguished Russian composer, pianist and teacher Rodion Shchedrin writes: “I spent my childhood in the small Russian town of Aleksin, situated on the river Oka, 300 kilometres south of Moscow. When I was growing up, purely entertaining, commercial music was not yet as ubiquitous as it is now… It was still possible to hear choral songs, the sound of the accordion, the strumming of the balalaika, funeral laments, the cries of shepherds at dawn, coming from beyond a river, enveloped in fog. All that distant and now extinct musical atmosphere of a Russian province is strongly etched in my childhood memories. I think, in all three compositions on this CD, it has found it own nostalgic echo.”

Forever is an intimate and masterfully crafted duo album by virtuoso acoustic bassist Eddie Gomez and Brazilian-born pianist and composer Cesarius Alvim, released in 2010 by Plus Loin Music. Celebrated worldwide for his legendary work with the Bill Evans Trio and Step Ahead, Gomez brings his unmatched speed, rich tonal lyricism, and deep harmonic sensitivity to this understated chamber jazz session. Partnering seamlessly with Alvim, whose sophisticated piano touch bridges post-bop harmonic nuance with Brazilian rhythmic grace, the pair engages in a dynamic, conversational dialogue. The eleven-track repertoire spans re-imagined jazz standards like Wayne Shorter's Witch Hunt and Bronislau Kaper's Invitation, tender ballads like Spring Is Here, and evocative original compositions including the serene title track Forever and Boreal Paysage. Unaccompanied by drums, the duo relies on impeccable timekeeping, spontaneous interplay, and expressive phrasing, resulting in a deeply acoustic, soulful, and refined listening experience.

Progressive Rock Trilogy is an expansive three-disc box set released by Music Brokers in 2010, offering a comprehensive and expertly curated survey of progressive rock's vast and diverse landscape. Digitally remastered in 24-bit audio, the compilation explores the genre's key sub-movements across three distinct thematic volumes. Disc one focuses on classic symphonic and arena prog, blending seminal original recordings from bands like Yes, Procol Harum, and PFM alongside unique star-studded Pink Floyd and Genesis covers featuring Adrian Belew, Keith Emerson, Dweezil Zappa, and Rick Wakeman. Disc two plunges into the experimental avant-garde, tracing the jazzy whimsy of the Canterbury Scene (Caravan, Soft Machine, Hatfield And The North), the cosmic space rock of Hawkwind and Gong, and the hypnotic German Krautrock of Can, Tangerine Dream, and Brainticket. Disc three highlights the dramatic theatricality of Italian Rock Progressivo (PFM, Banco Del Mutuo Soccorso), alongside folk-prog gems and obscure magical classics. Capturing the complexity, technical mastery, and boundary-pushing spirit of the 1970s, this collection is an essential centerpiece for both seasoned progressive rock aficionados and curious newcomers.

Wild Smile is the vibrant debut full-length studio album by Brooklyn-based indie rock band Suckers, released in 2010 through Frenchkiss Records. Delivering an adventurous and sprawling blend of art-rock ambition, psychedelic textures, and exuberant pop hooks, the album established the quartet as one of the most distinctive acts in the late-2000s New York indie scene. Throughout the eleven tracks, the group combines dramatic falsetto vocals, soaring horn sections, layered multi-part harmonies, and expansive percussion setups to build a soundscape that feels both celebratory and eccentric. From the driving rhythmic propulsion of tracks like Black Sheep and It Gets Your Body Movin' to the atmospheric, slow-burning dynamic arrangements of Save Your Love For Me and 2 Eyes 2 C, Wild Smile balances chaotic energy with careful melodic craftsmanship. Recorded with producer Chris Zane, this debut stands as an inventive, highly energetic, and evocative snapshot of modern American indie rock.

80's Revolution - Disco Fox Volume 2 is an electrifying, essential double-disc archival compilation released in 2010 by ZYX Music, continuing the label's definitive exploration of European 1980s dancefloor culture. Spanning two and a half hours across 24 pristine tracks, this collection is an absolute treasure trove for enthusiasts of Italo-disco, Europop, Hi-NRG, and synth-pop. Curated specifically for collectors and DJs, every track is presented in its rare, extended 12-inch version or hard-to-find club remix. CD 1 kicks off in grand style with the rare 1986 Remix of Pet Shop Boys' iconic West End Girls, setting a high standard for a disc packed with euro-dance gems including Facts & Fiction's Give Me The Night, M.C. Miker G & DJ Sven's Holiday Rap, and Miquel Brown's Hi-NRG anthem So Many Men, So Little Time. CD 2 keeps the energy at peak levels with timeless Euro-disco classics like Fancy's Flames Of Love, Bad Boys Blue's Gimme Gimme Your Lovin' (Little Lady), Linda Jo Rizzo's Heartflash (Tonight), and Evelyn Thomas's genre-defining High Energy (Special Remix). Remastered directly from primary master tapes and complete with high-resolution artwork scans, this set is a mandatory cornerstone for 80s dancearchivists, Euro-disco collectors, and retro club DJs worldwide.

Zen And The Art Of Disco [Mixed By DJs In The Sky] is an extraordinarily slick, hypnotically curated, and essential continuous mix compilation released in 2010 by Sav Remzi's celebrated London-based imprint Tirk under the catalog reference TIRK 053. Masterfully blended by the U.K. outfit DJs in the Sky, this 70-minute sonic excursion serves as both a definitive document and a potent primer for the modern nu-disco landscape, seamlessly bridging late-1970s analogue synth magic with contemporary house and techno sensibilities. The 15-track journey launches in stately fashion with Architeq's acid-tinged remix of Cruisin' Gang's Chinatown before diving deep into lush cosmic Balearic beats, funky guitar grooves, and hypnotic synth-disco workouts. Highlights abound throughout the continuous sequence: Space receives two stellar re-imagining treatments via Richard Norris's The Time And Space Machine on Carry On, Turn Me On and Acos Coolkas on Flying Nightmare, while Woolfy Vs Projections delivers tropical heat through Permanent Vacation's damp, reverb-drenched rework of Neeve. Further standout cuts from Bottin, Sorcerer, and Social Disco Club elevate the collection into a masterclass of dancefloor sophistication. Meticulously engineered to preserve dynamic bass response, crisp percussion, and spatial continuity, this release stands as an essential cornerstone for modern nu-disco aficionados, cosmic electronic collectors, and underground DJ archivists globally.

Vade Mecum 1 & 2 brings together two landmark sessions by master trumpet player and avant-garde visionary Bill Dixon, originally recorded in 1993 and released on Soul Note in 1994 and 1996. Leading a remarkably nimble and non-traditional quartet featuring dual acoustic basses—Barry Guy and William Parker—alongside the coloristic percussion of Tony Oxley, Dixon crafts loose compositional frameworks that yield sprawling, air-filled spaces for deep collective improvisation. The contrasting sonic personalities of the two bassists (Guy fleet and inquisitive; Parker dark and probing) create a rich middle ground over Oxley's textural drumming, allowing Dixon's microtonal trumpet and flugelhorn flights to hover with grace and unpredictability. Evoking the open-ended structural brilliance of Cecil Taylor's classic Conquistador! (where Dixon previously featured), these combined volumes stand as vital, essential documents of '90s free improvisation.

Collection is a captivating and comprehensive multi-album retrospective anthology that brings together the formative discography of the acclaimed Greek indie pop and alternative rock outfit Abbie Gale, tracking their output from 2005 to 2010 via pioneering independent labels Inner Ear and Vacant Records. Spanning over two hours of meticulously crafted music across 33 tracks, this compilation beautifully highlights the group's evolution from an intimate, acoustic-driven chamber pop unit to a dynamic, atmospheric alternative powerhouse. Anchored by deeply emotional songwriting, layered guitar textures, and beautifully melancholic vocal arrangements, the band's signature sound captures a perfect balance between fragile intimacy and soaring indie anthems. The anthology kicks off with their stunning 2005 debut Family Life, a record filled with raw emotional resonance showcased on tracks like the sweeping Letters (Family Life), the poignant Mom, and the experimental depths of Kid Still Lives. The momentum carries seamlessly into their highly acclaimed 2007 sophomore album 2, which expanded their sonic architecture with more complex instrumentation and rhythmic urgency, notably on the driving Life After Life, the lush Heliotrope Portrait, and the haunting closing track Danko. The final chapter of this collection features 2010's No Inspiration, a mature, sonically polished statement that refines their pop sensibilities with tracks like the cinematic opener Seasons and the brooding, introspective title track. Fully preserved with pristine audio fidelity to highlight the crisp drum work, shimmering guitars, and delicate vocal nuances, this definitive box-set compilation stands as an essential cornerstone for independent music lovers and alternative rock archivists alike.

Ukab Maerd is a project formed by two former members of the progressive rock band Djam Karet, Chuck Oken, Jr. and Gayle Ellett. Joining the duo is French guitarist Richard Pinhas (Heldon) who adds guitar loops on three of the four tracks.
Dreamy and surreal, this CD effortlessly combines the traditional sounds of European Electronic music of the 1970’s, with today’s more modern aesthetics. Much of this music was recorded live in Southern California, at two different performances by Oken and Ellett. Later, Richard Pinhas’ processed guitar loops were blended into the mix, with Oken adding in a few additional new tones as well, creating the final release…

Durant l'été 2010, Vanessa Paradis a proposé une série de 20 concerts acoustiques en France : véritable évènement ! Pour la première fois, ses plus grandes chansons, de « Joe le taxi » à « Divine Idylle », étaient revisitées avec 8 musiciens acoustiques dont un quatuor à cordes. Vanessa Paradis et Barclay ont donc décidé d'enregistrer et filmer l'un des 2 concerts donnés à l'Opéra Royal du Château de Versailles, les 11 et 12 juillet. Ce concert représente une autre façon de dire que les chansons de Vanessa nous sont devenues familières.