Each Friday, we review 10 recently-released CDs in 10 words each:
Various Artists R&B Hits Reggae Style Volume 4 A look at r&b from reggae, mostly female side.
Philip Selway Familial Radiohead drummer releases his solo debut of emotional mellow rock.
Luciano United States of Africa Impossible for most reggae to pale if compared to Marley.
Bobby Bare Jr. A Storm A Tree My Mothers Head Singer songwriter doesnt re-write the rule book for folk rock.
Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band Where the Messengers Meet 60s rock elements combine with indie style to create depth.
Little Big Town The Reason Why Balance of male and female vocals helps set band apart.
D Bell Raw Nerves Simple folk has hint of Dylan, with more nasally vocals.
Father Murphy No Room for the Weak EP Four dark, brooding and atmospheric songs by Italian rock trio.
No Redeeming Social Value High In Holland Quick punk, most of it clocking in under two minutes.
The Chris OLeary Band Mr. Used to Be Former Levon Helm Band frontman attacks the blues with soul.