With a punk memorabilia collection that stretched 40 years, Toby Mott was the right person to dive in and pick out items from bands, designers and political groups for the new book “Oh So Pretty: Punk in Print 1976–80.” Mott shows how punk was much more than spiky hair and safety pins through his tome, via some 500 artifacts. With zines, posters, badges and more, …
From his upcoming album I Will Find My Way comes Adelaide, Australia-based Oisima’s jazzy “I Will Find My Way.” Featuring vocals by Melbourne-based Allysha Joy, the track is super-smooth, with gently plinking keys. Rather than sounding cheesy, Oisima makes this jazzy tune charming and rich.
While Sharon Jones sadly is no longer be with us, her vast repertoire of soulful tunes remains. A new limited edition pressing of her (along with the Dap Kings, of course) “It’s A Holiday Soul Party,” on green vinyl, offers the ideal opportunity to connect with her zest this holiday season. Supported by her acclaimed band, Jones joyously delivers 11 holiday songs, both original and …