Each Friday, we review 10 recently released CDs in 10 words each:
The Radio Dept. Clinging to a Scheme — Swedish band’s brand of indie pop is better than expected.
Shortstack Please Leave My Mind — Band’s third album full of gritty, Americana-infused rock tunes.
The Service Industry Calm Down — Austin band’s fourth album has plenty of mediocre pop rock.
Pinata Protest Plethora — Band combines accordian, punk rock… probably not a good idea.
The Julien Kasper Band Trance Groove — Guitarist gets jazzy and funky on his third instrumental album.
Roky Erickson True Love Cast Out All Evil — First album in 14 years; teams up with Okkervil River.
Johnny Lang Live at the Ryman — His first live album showcases all sides of guitarist’s music.
Beneath Me Wish I Wouldn’t Care — Chicago band attempts to break new ground in metal genre.
Glee The Power of Madonna — More “cover songs” from TV show focus solely on Madonna.
AC/DC Iron Man 2 Soundtrack — Album is comprised of 15 classic songs, nothing new here.