It's a big week for new CD releases. Here's a look at what's coming out:

Coldplay, "X&Y" - People act like Coldplay is the second coming of The Beatles. Personally, I'm not impressed. I think they sound close to Muzak and lack a unique quality. Even if singer Chris Martin did name his child Apple, I still think they're boring.

Black Eyed Peas, "Monkey Business" - This isn't life-changing music. It's just fun. I'm looking forward to the followup to "Elephunk." Should be entertaining at least.

Eric Benet, "A Day in the Life" - The only people buying this are the ones who hope he talks about his relationship with Halle Berry on the album.

Boyz N Da Hood, "Boyz N Da Hood" - It was a great movie. Couldn't the band think of a better name?

Dido, "Live at Brixton Academy" - It's a CD/DVD combo. She's had a few hits and a solid voice. Should be intesting to hear her live.

Kelly Osbourne, "Sleeping in the Nothing" - Let's face it. She's not Ozzy.

Shakira, "Fijacion Oral 1" - This is the Spanish-language album, with a English counterpart due this fall. Personally, I think some of her Spanish music is better than the English stuff, so this has some potential. She also writes her own lyrics which is sometimes hard to find these days.

Ringo Starr, "Choose Love" - Anyone know whatever happened to that drummer for The Beatles?

White Stripes, "Get Behind Me Satan" - There's supposedly a lot of piano on the album, and it has a different vibe from previous White Stripes records. Should be interesting. The band has a unique vibe, even if Meg isn't the best drummer in the world.

Buckwheat Zydeco, "Jackpot!" - Zydeco is always fun, even if Buckwheat only plays 4 or 5 songs for a total of about 45 minutes in concert.

Posted by jeffhahnedisabled at June 5, 2005 1:01 PM