Saturday, February 14, 2009

Two new bargains



Both these albums were purchased at a Dollartree store in Jackson, MS.The first was "Paris Rain" by Brenda Russell. Brenda is probably best known for "Piano in the Dark" from back in the '80's. This album from 2000 is a delightful collection of silky sensual songwriting that exudes class. There is ne'er a wayward track from beginning to end. The enhanced portion of the CD has some interesting clips of Brenda talking about the art of songwriting - well worth checking out.
The other find was Captain and Tennille's "Dream" from 1978. They were in the same vein as the Carpenters and ploughed a similar musical furrow, with similar if less spectacular success. There are some enjoyable gems on this collection. It demonstrates their versatility and the remastered versions sound wonderful. Definitely $2 well spent!!

Thursday, February 5, 2009

Hed Kandi - latest bargain find!


I'm in Bruce , Mississippi. I've just finished with a dentist appointment and am looking at an hour long drive home. On the way out of town I notice a Dollar General store. I stop in to browse and I find this Double CD of European house music for $2.50!
You can buy the same CD on AMAZON.COM for $24.95
Once again my nose for a musical bargain has struck lucky again! This is an excellent 'house' mix compilation , if you like that sort of thing. It was an excellent accompaniment for the drive home and will make a good background for my gym workouts!