Seven standout selections heard today:
KMFA (Austin, TX)
- Robert Schumann: Cello Concerto in A minor, Op. 129: I. Nicht zu schnell (Royal Scottish National Orchestra/Scott Yoo, conductor; Bion Tsang, cello) (A lyrical, somber interpretation.)
KQAL (Winona, MN)
- My Heart Is Full-Norah Jones (The echo on Jones's vocals and replication of a heartbeat give the song appropriate gravity, especially during its crescendos.)
- Too Late To Turn Back Now-Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose (I've always liked this oldie, as the lyrics express sentiments appropriate for Valentine's Day in a classy way often missing from today's pop hits.)
KUVO (Denver, CO)
- Sandu-Freddie Hubbard/Woody Shaw (A cool walking rhythm and excellent synchronicity between the trumpet and saxophone.)
WCBN (Ann Arbor, MI)
- Perdue A Paris-Clare And The Reasons (Unusual vocal harmonies, a swirling instrumental backdrop, and an unconventional use of trumpet make this indie rock track stand out.)
WUSC (Columbia, SC)
- After All You Put Me Through-Joyce Manor (There's nothing like power pop guitar stylings to take the edge off of negative lyrics.)
WXNA (Nashville, TN)
- Slide-O-Mike Barone Big Band (The brass, winds, and piano swing the rhythm appealingly.)
