CD: Best of Pagan Song
by Various Artists

At last, there truly is a "greatest hits" album of the past 30 years of Pagan music! Here are the songs that have shaped the current resurgence of Pagan spirituality. Exclusive re-mastered tracks include the long-lost original Burning Times recording and several other rare musical gems from Gwydion Pendderwen, Catherine Madsen, and Velvet Hammer. The songs have been culled from literally hundreds of albums produced by Pagans since the 1970s, and feature popular musicians Gypsy, Todd Alan, Wendy Rule, Emerald Rose, Avalon Rising, and many more. They tell our history, and also chart the evolution of our thought and belief. What makes these songs Pagan? They may be about the ancient nature religions of the European continent, they may deal with themes such as life after death, being Pagan in a Christian world, or encountering figures from the Spirit realms. With extensive liner notes detailing the importance of each track and the artist who created it, this inspiring collection is a must-have for any Pagan music fan. Track list # Burning Times--Charlie Murphy # The Heretic Heart--Catherine Madsen # We Won’t Wait Any Longer--Gwydion Pendderwen # Every Woman Born--Ruth Barrett # The Question Song--Pasha and the Pagans # Lord of the Dance--Todd Alan # Magick--Gypsy # Fairy Queen--Kenny Klein # Angel of Bells--Gala’s Voice # Spirits--Susan Falkenrath # We Do Not Die--Velvet Hammer # Deity--Wendy Rule # Dark Moon Circle--Avalon Rising # Rime of the Ancient Matriarch--Holly Tannen # The Christians and the Pagans--Dar Williams # Penny in the Well--Emerald Rose.

CD: Bliss Beyond
by Violet Samudra

Violet Samudra is a fusion of passions from the East mixed with sounds from the West. Fronted by guitarist/composer Steve Booke, the band blends sounds from the Middle East and India to arrive at a very unique musical place. Bliss Beyond is a fusion of styles and sounds of the East along with easy to digest song structures of the West. When listening to the music you will be transported to an exotic time and place. The skill of all the musicians comes though not only technically, but emotionally as well. Stylistic nuances of the East make this CD even more of a unique listening experience since the instrumentation is anything but traditional. Lead by acoustic guitar the other instruments include: Voice, Oud, Saz, Cumbus, Violin, Cello, Tabla and Percussion. Bliss Beyond is sure to be a CD that you will listen to over and over again dicovering new things everytime and will be one that you will keep in your CD player for a long, long time.

CD: Book of Shadows
by Coven 13

Reviews for this new CD have described the sound as "haunting" & "spellbinding". It is a mix of contemporary & classical sound that, when mixed, creates a world where magick lives. Imagine that The Doors meets Fleetwood Mac meets Mozart. Book of Shadows is likened to a musical journey, where the spell of ancient wisdom is woven into music that is both entertaining & refreshing. 13 tracks.

CD: Buddha Lounge 5
by Gordon Brothers

Return to the legendary place to chill - Rejuvenation beckons as you enter the lush spot that delivers like no other. Our award-winning DJs extraordinaire - the Gordon Brothers - have a keen ear for the best of the best, meticulously handpicking and mixing the finest tracks. Kick back and enjoy this sophisticated and sensuous atmosphere of elegant electronica, mesmerizing vocals and impeccably cool grooves from around the world. Forget your cares and unwind with your favorite Buddha Lounge artists such as Jens Gad, TYA, Artemisia, Nasser Kilada, TAU, Jaya Lakshmi, and Achillea, plus David & Steve Gordon as well as other new gems. Once again, the Gordons have masterfully put together a heavenly blend of silky beats, hypnotic vocals and ethnic flavors; the ultimate soundtrack for entertaining, yoga, intimate rendezvous or just chillin’ at home. Expand your musical horizons and relax with this sumptuous set of European chill/lounge music par excellence!