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20 of the Greatest Songs with a Sitar

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20 of the Greatest Songs with a Sitar

You know that sound. That shimmering, buzzing, mind-bending sound that made your favorite rock songs feel just a little more cosmic. It’s the sitar—an instrument rooted in centuries of Indian classical tradition, and by the mid-1960s, plugged straight into the heart of Western pop and rock. Whether used as spiritual seasoning or a psychedelic centerpiece, these 20 songs prove the sitar set some songs free.

1. “Love You To” – The Beatles (1966)
George Harrison’s first full sitar showcase, “Love You To” wasn’t just an experiment—it was a full-on raga-rock awakening. It introduced millions to Indian classical music and changed the way pop could sound forever.

2. “Paint It, Black” – The Rolling Stones (1966)
Brian Jones’ sitar work gave the Stones’ already-haunting track an otherworldly energy. A chart-topping lament wrapped in hypnotic drone, it remains one of rock’s most iconic uses of the instrument.

3. “Hurdy Gurdy Man” – Donovan (1968)
Mystical, murky, and utterly mesmerizing, this track pairs Donovan’s spiritual lyrics with a sitar that spirals like incense smoke in a candlelit room. It’s folk, but from another dimension.

4. “When We Was Fab” – George Harrison (1987)
A loving, psychedelic wink to Beatlemania, this track is all sitar shimmer and backward loops. Harrison’s solo work often returned to the instrument he helped bring to rock’s main stage—and this is one of the finest.

5. “Holiday Inn” – Elton John (1971)
Hidden within Madman Across the Water, the sitar on “Holiday Inn” adds a gentle twang that transforms this road-weary ballad into something oddly serene. A subtle, shimmering texture beneath Elton’s piano magic.

6. “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)” – Scott McKenzie (1967)
The Summer of Love in one song—and yes, that delicate sitar glistening behind the flower-power melody is what ties the whole bouquet together. Pure peace and paisley.

7. “Paper Sun” – Traffic (1967)
Sitar blends effortlessly with Steve Winwood’s acid-drenched vocals in this psychedelia-drenched debut single. A British invasion classic that owes as much to Ravi Shankar as it does to blues and jazz.

8. “Norwegian Wood (This Bird Has Flown)” – The Beatles (1965)
The one that started it all. George Harrison’s introduction of sitar to Western pop wasn’t flashy—it was poetic. One brushstroke of Eastern sound opened the door to a musical revolution.

9. “Tales of Brave Ulysses” – Cream (1967)
Though often mistaken for sitar, the guitar tone mimics its swirling drone so perfectly it deserves mention. Eric Clapton channeled raga spirit into psychedelic blues—and the voyage still stuns.

10. “Cry Like a Baby” – The Box Tops (1968)
Sitar and soul? Yes, please. This Memphis track mixes pop hooks and psychedelic flair with a sitar line that takes it to unexpected places—cool, catchy, and completely unique.

11. “Itchycoo Park” – Small Faces (1967)
“It’s all too beautiful” indeed—especially with that dreamy sitar lacing its way through mod psychedelia. The perfect picnic soundtrack for a kaleidoscope-colored summer day.

12. “This Time Tomorrow” – The Kinks (1970)
Ray Davies’ ode to existential travel features subtle sitar work that gives the song a floating, introspective vibe. It’s more about mood than melody—and that’s where the magic lies.

13. “Monterey” – Eric Burdon & The Animals (1967)
A love letter to the Monterey Pop Festival, complete with sitar flourishes that celebrate the East-meets-West fusion of the time. It’s history, harmony, and hallucinogens rolled into one.

14. “Within You Without You” – The Beatles (1967)
Harrison’s deepest dive into Indian classical music, with no guitars or drums in sight. Just tabla, sitar, dilruba, and philosophical wonder. It’s not a song—it’s a meditation.

15. “Sunshine Superman” – Donovan (1966)
Proto-psych-pop laced with sitar vibes and groovy swagger. Donovan knew how to flirt with mysticism without losing the beat—and the sitar here is both accessory and anchor.

16. “Tomorrow Never Knows” – The Beatles (1966)
Okay, technically no sitar, but its swirling loops, backward guitars, and drone owe everything to Indian influence. A trippy benchmark that showed how deep the sitar’s shadow could stretch.

17. “See My Friends” – The Kinks (1965)
Ray Davies beat almost everyone to the punch with this sitar-inspired drone-rock gem. The instrument’s not explicitly used—but the atmosphere and intent are pure raga-rock.

18. “Signed D.C.” – Love (1966)
Arthur Lee’s mournful track about addiction is sparse and aching, with a sitar threading through like a heartbeat. It’s haunting and heartfelt, a far cry from psychedelic indulgence.

19. “Main Title” – The Beatles’ Help! (1965)
The soundtrack album featured incidental music by Ken Thorne with sitar-heavy arrangements that hinted at what was coming next. Call it the opening notes of a cultural shift.

20. “The Inner Light” – The Beatles (1968)
One more for George. Recorded with Indian classical musicians, it’s the first Beatles song to feature none of the band members but him. The sitar sings here—gentle, reverent, and wise.

From British invasion bands to psychedelic trailblazers, the sitar didn’t just cross over—it elevated everything it touched. Whether it shimmered in the background or blazed up front, these songs proved that one instrument could stretch a song’s soul all the way to another continent.

Optimising Access to Facilities – Elevators and Sectional Doors

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By Mitch Rice

Access is the intangible connection that binds efficiency, safety, and satisfaction for spaces anywhere today, whether they be an apartment high-rise, a high-traffic store, or a bustling warehouse. Consumers and businesses alike want seamless transitions between spaces, which all starts with investing in the right infrastructure. Once a luxury carrier restricted to the fanciest of buildings, the elevator has become the main machine enabling access and space maximization. But it does not end there—sectional doors, dock hardware, and access devices must integrate flawlessly to create truly user-centered spaces, while prioritising the safety of the people they are carrying. 

In this article, we will look at how elevator systems, overhead doors, and dock shelters can be strategically implemented in your building and improved to facilitate better access, efficiency, and comfort for all users. Whether you are a facility manager, developer, or business owner, these findings are meant to aid you in making better choices for access.

Lifts – The Vertical Machine 

Imagine entering a building where stairs are the only option. That is not only inconvenient—it is discriminatory to those who are wheelchair-bound or have other mobility issues. Elevators are not metal boxes that move us up and down; they are gateways to inclusivity. In domestic settings, they make it easier for older adults, people with disabilities, and stroller-riding parents. In commercial settings, they allow for the unencumbered movement of goods and people, maximizing efficiency and ensuring compliance with access laws. They also ensure that huge buildings the likes of which make up most corporate spaces can be travelled in a span of seconds. 

In choosing an elevator to buy for your premises, it is important to consider:

  1. Type and Capacity- consider whether you need a passenger or freight elevator and determine cabin capacity per your traffic and cargo assessment.
  2. Pace and productivity- depends on your building size, where tall buildings need faster models, but cargo-carriers must be more optimized for power-saving systems.  
  3. Smart Controls- predictive alerts for repairs needed, touchless entry options, and other building management systems (BMS) ensure optimum safety and comfort for passengers. This also ensures that the resale price of your premises remains high. 

Overhead Doors – The Horizontal Carriers 

While movement between floors is managed by elevators, overhead doors are important for horizontal access, especially in industrial, retail, and logistics environments. Doors here serve as the interface between the indoors and outdoors and must balance durability, security, insulation, and speed.

When investing in an overhead door system, keep these key elements in mind: 

  1. Functionality and Traffic Movement- In a very fast-paced retail space, the speed of overhead doors is crucial. This ensures prompt deliveries and better temperature control. 
  2. Safety and Longevity- Investing in steel or aluminum overhead doors might be a better call for storage units that must withstand wear and tear and guard precious cargo. You can also request access control and fortified lock systems for increased security. 
  3. Proper Insulation- Where overhead doors are not properly insulated, they lead to tremendous energy wastage- investing in insulated sectional doors is the best call to make, they also meet the regulations of green-friendly buildings. 
  4. Aesthetics- Overhead doors most certainly do not have to be ugly, steel fixtures- you can customise them with glass panels and colours. 
  5. Smart Controls- automated scheduling, status alerts, and remote access are all features which greatly assist with operational optimization.

Dock Shelters – Access Plus Safety 

Once inside the facility, how do we ensure that merchandise is transferred effectively and safely? Enter the dock shelter- a crucial, yet often overlooked, machine instrumental in facility operations and logistics management. Dock shelters bridge delivery trucks to the receiving bays at a facility, ensuring smooth cargo handling while protecting cargo against the elements. There are various types of docks: inflatable, rigid-frame, curtain-style, and retractable, all fitted for certain operating duties and vehicle sets. While selecting the type of dock shelter you need for your premises, consider the usage, likelihood of wear and tear and costs of maintenance before making a final call

Other features to keep in mind when investing in dock shelters include-

  1. Weather Shielding- this is absolutely essential in protecting workers and cargo from the elements of nature. 
  2. Interior Temperatures- this is very important in making sure energy is conserved in your operations. 
  3. Smart Controls- sensors which monitor pressure, impact and leakages are instrumental in maintaining your shelter and your overall premises. 

Conclusion 

Whatever kind of mobility machine your facility needs, it is important to do your due diligence and view various options before you break the bank. Most large facilities opt for a combination of all three- but definitely consult with industry experts about what your premises need. 

Data and information are provided for informational purposes only, and are not intended for investment or other purposes.



5 Lesser-Known Facts About Jill Sobule, the Quiet Trailblazer Who Sang Loud

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5 Lesser-Known Facts About Jill Sobule, the Quiet Trailblazer Who Sang Loud

Jill Sobule wrote truths, tucked inside melodies that made you laugh, think, and maybe even cry. From the first openly gay Top 20 hit to her brilliant satire and soul-baring ballads, Jill carved out a lane that no one else could walk but everyone was invited into. While most know her for “I Kissed a Girl” and Clueless’s “Supermodel,” here are 5 things you might not know about the late, great Jill Sobule:

1. She Was One of the First Musicians to Successfully Crowdfund an Album

Before Kickstarter, before Patreon, before fan-funding became the norm—there was Jill Sobule. In 2008, she raised $75,000 from fans through her own website to record her album California Years. She offered everything from signed albums to the chance to sing backup vocals for a donation. It worked. Jill not only got her record made—she helped invent a new model for independent artists.

2. She Turned a Charm Bracelet Into an Album

Jill’s 2014 record Dottie’s Charms was inspired by a real charm bracelet someone gave her. Each song on the album was written in collaboration with one of her favorite authors—like Jonathan Lethem, David Hajdu, and Vendela Vida—with every track representing a charm. It was literary, musical, deeply personal, and wholly Jill: whimsical, but never without meaning.

3. She Wrote Unforgettable Music for a Teen Show… and a Platypus

Jill composed several songs for the Nickelodeon series Unfabulous, including the theme song and multiple tunes “written” by the show’s young protagonist. But her most unexpected project? Prozak and the Platypus—a multimedia play about depression, REM sleep research, and a talking platypus named Frankie. Only Jill could turn something that outlandish into something so human.

4. She Had a Voice in More Than One Sense

Jill’s voice could swing from biting satire to emotional openness in seconds. But her actual voice? Unmistakable. Critics called it “wry and wistful,” “as clear as spring water,” and “like someone cracking jokes while quietly breaking your heart.” That duality was her secret weapon—no one sounded like Jill because no one felt quite like her.

5. She Made Space Before There Was Space

When “I Kissed a Girl” hit the Top 20 in 1995, it was  about truth. Jill opened doors for queer artists in a time when that kind of visibility was rare, even dangerous. Her songs tackled anorexia, aging, religion, and politics—with humor, empathy, and guts. Long before conversations about representation became mainstream, Jill was already doing the work, guitar in hand.

Jill Sobule may have left us, but her spirit sings on—in every artist she inspired, every girl she gave a voice to, and every listener who finally felt seen.

Toronto’s Nova Music Festival Exhibition to Host 411-Drone Tribute On May 10

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Toronto’s Nova Music Festival Exhibition to Host 411-Drone Tribute On May 10

On Saturday, May 10, from 9:00PM – 9:30PM EST, The Nova Music Festival Exhibition in Toronto will be showcasing an exclusive luminous spectacle for exhibition visitors.

The powerful drone show will include 411 drones, one for each life lost in relation to the Hamas terror attack at the Nova Music Festival on October 7, 2023. The drones will soar up to 350 feet in the air.

Guests can purchase their ticket from Nova Exhibition website for any time slot throughout the day, with the last exhibition entry at 7:40PM. The exhibition closes at 9:00PM and this special presentation will run at 9:00PM – 9:30PM, outside.

Tash Sultana Teams Up With City and Colour on New Single “Ain’t It Kinda Funny”

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Tash Sultana Teams Up With City and Colour on New Single “Ain’t It Kinda Funny”

TASH SULTANA has joined forces with City and Colour for a special collaboration: ‘Ain’t it Kinda Funny ft. City and Colour,’ the much-anticipated third single from TASH’s upcoming six-track EP RETURN TO THE ROOTS.

The track has a rich history and it’s been years in the making. Originally written by TASH as a teenager, it’s one of the earliest songs in their catalogue—a raw acoustic piece born from a deep love for artists like Jeff Buckley, Bon Iver, and, fittingly, City and Colour.

Fast forward to now, and the track has been reimagined, reshaped, and revived—not just to suit where TASH is today as an artist, but as a person on the edge of turning 30.

“That looming milestone makes you reflect,” TASH says. “There’s this pressure that you’ve somehow ‘aged out’, but it’s all bullshit. Thirty’s young. Life’s only getting better. I wouldn’t relive my early 20s for anything—and that realization bled straight into this song.”

“Ain’t It Kinda Funny” sees both artists contribute contrasting yet complementary verses—SULTANA’s leaning into sentimentality, and City and Colour’s offering a reflective, seasoned perspective. Together their vocals balance like yin and yang, bridging generations of experience and emotional insight.

“Working with Tash was an absolute joy,” Dallas Michael John Albert Green, who is City and Colour, comments. “We first connected last year and hit it off right away. That first impression led to me visiting their studio in Australia and eventually creating this song together. Tash is one of the most impressive people I’ve had the pleasure of meeting. Their passion and work ethic was inspiring. I’m truly grateful to have been invited to be a part of this.”

The result is a track that honors its roots while embracing the present—a poignant and powerful evolution of a song that has travelled with SULTANA for over a decade.

True to form, the recording process also had its moments of levity. As the final touches were being added, including bass guitar, there was an unexpected interruption from TASH’s dog.

“Right as the bass kicked in my dog went into the next room and took a massive stinking hot shit on the floor the size of an AFL football. Talk about a brown note, we were bonded” SULTANA recalls.

RETURN TO THE ROOTS is a raw, unfiltered dive back into the heart of their artistry. Stripping away the pressure of commercial success, this six-track collection rekindles the spirit of spontaneous creation—the very essence that first ignited their career.

The EP was rolled out with first single “Milk & Honey”—which earned rotation on triple j, topped the AMRAP Metro Charts, received praise from Rolling Stone (Australia), and landed on key DSP playlists like Spotify’s The Local List and Apple’s Heaps Indie. This momentum is continued with the latest release “Hold On,” with support from triple j, DSP playlisting across Spotify’s Pop’N’Fresh and Apple’s New in Indie, and online love from The Music, Rolling Stone, and AU Review.

Fresh from selling out Red Rocks in Colorado in minutes, TASH SULTANA has recently announced a massive 2025 U.S. tour. Bringing their signature electrifying energy and genre-blurring sound to fans nationwide, this tour is set to be nothing short of unforgettable. Tickets are available now via tashsultana.com

With a career spanning over a decade, TASH SULTANA’s accomplishments speak volumes: selling out shows at global arenas and iconic venues, headlining major festivals, 15 ARIA nominations, and the 2023 Rolling Stone (Australia) Global Artist Award. Yet, for TASH, the journey is far from over. With their unwavering drive to push creative boundaries and a focus on building a broader legacy as an entrepreneur and mentor, TASH continues to shape the industry on their own terms.

RETURN TO THE ROOTS is a fearless declaration of resilience, reinvention, and the boundless power of self-expression.

TASH SULTANA ‘RETURN TO THE ROOTS’ US TOUR:
TUEDAY JUNE 10 | THE RANDY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK, SAN DIEGO
WEDNESDAY JUNE 11 | HARD ROCK LIVE – SACRAMENTO, WHEATLAND
FRIDAY JUNE 13 | THE MASONIC, SAN FRANCISCO
SATURDAY JUNE 14 | SHRINE EXPO HALL, LOS ANGELES
SUNDAY JUNE 15 | THE VAN BUREN, PHOENIX
TUESDAY JUNE 17 | THE PAVILION AT TOYOTA MUSIC FACTOR, IRVING
WEDNESDAY JUNE 18 | BAYOU MUSIC CENTRE, HOUSTON
FRIDAY JUNE 20 | RED ROCKS AMPHITHEATRE, MORRISON SOLD OUT
SATURDAY JUNE 21 | DILLON AMPHITHEATER, DILLON
SUNDAY JUNE 22 | RED BUTTE GARDEN OUTDOOR CONCERT SERIES, SALT LAKE CITY
TUESDAY JUNE 24 | KNITTING FACTORY CONCERT HOUSE, BOISE
WEDNESDAY JUNE 25 | KNITTING FACTORY CONCERT HOUSE, SPOKANE
FRIDAY JUNE 27 | EDGEFIELD CONCERTS ON THE LAWN, TROUTDALE
SATURDAY JUNE 28 | CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE, WOODINVILLE
SUNDAY JUNE 29 | BRITT MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL – BRITT PAVILION, JACKSONVILLE

Tickets for ‘MJ: The Musical’ in Toronto Go on Sale May 5 Ahead of September Premiere

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Tickets for ‘MJ: The Musical’ in Toronto Go on Sale May 5 Ahead of September Premiere

Producers Lia Vollack, John Branca, John McClain and David and Hannah Mirvish are thrilled to announce that individual tickets for the smash-hit musical, MJ, will go on sale in Toronto, starting Monday May 5, 2025.

Tickets are available at 10AM on Monday May 5 at Mirvish.com or by calling 1.800.461.3333.

MJ makes its Toronto premiere at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre beginning September 16 through November 2, 2025.

He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Toronto in MJ, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour. Created by Tony Award®-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status. It’s thrilling sold out crowds on Broadway; in cities across North America; London’s West End; Hamburg, Germany…and now MJ is startin’ somethin’ in Toronto as it makes its premiere at the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre this September!

The MJ creative team features Scenic Design by two-time Tony and Emmy Award winner Derek McLane, Lighting Design by seven-time Tony Award winner Natasha Katz, Costume Design by Tony and Emmy Award winner Paul Tazewell, Sound Design by Tony Award winner Gareth Owen, Projection Design by two-time Tony Award nominee Peter Nigrini, Hair & Wig Design by two-time Emmy Award nominee Charles G. LaPointe and Makeup Design by Emmy nominee Joe Dulude II. The creative team also features Musical Supervision by Tony Award nominee David Holcenberg, Orchestrations and Arrangements by David Holcenberg and Tony Award winner Jason Michael Webb, and Music Direction by Nathanael Wilkerson and Jason Yarcho.  Casting by The Telsey Office / Rachel Hoffman, CSA, Lindsay Levine, CSA.

The MJ First National Tour is general managed by Bespoke Theatricals. The stage management team is led by Production Stage Manager Nicole Olson, Stage Manager Xavier Khan and Assistant Stage Managers Alexander Pierce, Christopher K Anaya-Gorman and Lauren Taylor Winston. The company management team is led by Company Manager Eric Armstrong and Assistant Company Manager Bianca Jean-Charles.

Musician Ken Robinson Hand-Restores “Unrepairable” Mangled Trombone to Former Glory

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Musician Ken Robinson Hand-Restores “Unrepairable” Mangled Trombone to Former Glory

Some people see a mangled trombone — Ken Robinson saw a second chance. With patience, precision, and a deep love for his craft, he brought life back to an instrument others gave up on. Because music isn’t just about sound—it’s about soul, and the hands that believe in second chances.

‘Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story’ Wins Peabody Award for Best Documentary

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‘Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story’ Wins Peabody Award for Best Documentary

The Banger Films/National Film Board of Canada (NFB) feature-length documentary Any Other Way: The Jackie Shane Story, directed by Toronto filmmakers Michael Mabbott and Lucah Rosenberg-Lee, has won the prestigious Peabody Award in the Documentary category.

Winners will be celebrated at a ceremony in Los Angeles on June 1.

Any Other Way has now received 22 awards and honours, with 47 festival selections as it continues its international festival run. The NFB is distributor and sales agent for Any Other Way, which is currently streaming on Crave in Canada.

With an outsize stage presence that eclipsed R&B greats like Etta James and Little Richard, soul singer Jackie Shane shattered barriers with raw talent, courage and an unbreakable commitment to truth. Jackie boldly carved a new path as one of music’s trailblazing Black trans performers—but on the edge of stardom, why did she suddenly leave the spotlight?

After mysteriously vanishing from public view for almost 40 years, this little-known icon finally gets her second act. Through never-before-heard phone conversations, dazzling animation and an incredible soundtrack, the full scope of her extraordinary life and career is revealed in this remarkable portrait.
NFB and Banger Films at the Peabodys

This is the seventh Peabody Award for the NFB, which previously won in 2016 for Brett Gaylor’s Do Not Track (NFB/Upian/Arte/Bayerischer Rundfunk); in 2014 for Katerina Cizek’s A Short History of the Highrise (NFB/The New York Times); in 2011 for Neil Diamond, Catherine Bainbridge and Jeremiah Hayes’s Reel Injun (Rezolution Pictures/NFB); in 2002 for Karen Shopsowitz’s My Father’s Camera; in 1996 for John N. Smith’s The Boys of St. Vincent (NFB/Télé-Action); and in 1995 for Jeff McKay’s documentary Fat Chance.

It’s also the second Peabody for Banger Films, which won in 2017 for the multi-season docuseries Hip-Hop Evolution.

Rhino Announces Vinyl Reissues of First Four Harry Potter Soundtracks, Out June 6

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Rhino Announces Vinyl Reissues of First Four Harry Potter Soundtracks, Out June 6

After announcing a robust new 16-LP box set in 2024, Harry Potter: The Complete Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, Rhino now shares four individual Motion Picture Soundtrack LPs from the Harry Potter franchise on Black vinyl.

Out June 6, 2025, this collection includes the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack albums for the first four films in the franchise, including Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. These Original Motion Picture Soundtracks will be available as 2LPs each on black vinyl. Pre-order HERE.  

Legendary five-time Academy Award-winning composer John Williams notably crafted the scores for the first three films in the series, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002), and Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004). The Sorcerer’s Stone and The Prisoner of Azkaban each garnered a nomination in the category of “Best Original Score” at the Academy® Awards. Not to mention, the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack album also achieved a Gold Certification from the RIAA. Meanwhile, Academy Award-nominated Patrick Doyle supplied the score for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005).

Celebrating the legacy of Harry Potter music, American Songwriter retrospectively professed, “Few things were as magical as watching the first three Harry Potter films as a youngster. Even today, when watching them back with a sense of nostalgia, that same whimsy cuts deep, largely thanks to the stellar soundtrack by none other than John Williams.” Beyond cracking north of 81 million Spotify streams, the signature “Hedwig’s Theme” has taken on a life of its own. Classic FM attested, “As soon as we hear those opening notes of ‘Hedwig’s Theme,’ we are immediately whisked away into Harry’s wizarding world through a flurry of strings and that haunting, solo celesta.” Tracking Angle proclaimed, “Even within the context of his catalogue of one classic film score after another, the three films that John Williams scored for the Harry Potter franchise occupy a very special place.” 

Tracklist 

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone 
Side A:
1. PROLOGUE
2. HARRY’S WONDROUS WORLD
3. THE ARRIVAL OF BABY HARRY
4. VISIT TO THE ZOO and LETTERS FROM HOGWARTS
5. DIAGON ALLEY and THE GRINGOTTS VAULT
Side B:
1. PLATFORM NINE-AND-THREE-QUARTERS and THE JOURNEY TO HOGWARTS
2. ENTRY INTO THE GREAT HALL and THE BANQUET
3. MR. LONGBOTTOM FLIES
4. HOGWARTS FOREVER! and THE MOVING STAIRS
5. THE NORWEGIAN RIDGEBACK and A CHANGE OF SEASON
Side C:
1. THE QUIDDITCH MATCH
2. CHRISTMAS AT HOGWARTS
3. THE INVISIBILITY CLOAK and THE LIBRARY SCENE
4. FLUFFY’S HARP
Side D:
1. IN THE DEVIL’S SNARE and THE FLYING KEYS
2. THE CHESS GAME
3. THE FACE OF VOLDEMORT
4. LEAVING HOGWARTS
5. HEDWIG’S THEME

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets 
Side A:
1. PROLOGUE: BOOK II AND THE ESCAPE FROM THE DURSLEYS
2. FAWKES THE PHOENIX
3. THE CHAMBER OF SECRETS
4. GILDEROY LOCKHART
5. THE FLYING CAR
6. KNOCKTURN ALLEY
Side B:
1. INTRODUCING COLIN
2. THE DUELING CLUB
3. DOBBY THE HOUSE ELF
4. THE SPIDERS
5. MOANING MYRTLE
Side C:
1. MEETING ARAGOG
2. FAWKES IS REBORN
3. MEETING TOM RIDDLE
4. CORNISH PIXIES
5. POLYJUICE POTION
Side D:
1. CAKES FOR CRABBE AND GOYLE
2. DUELING THE BASILISK
3. REUNION OF FRIENDS
4. HARRY’S WONDROUS WORLD

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Side A:
1. LUMOS! (HEDWIG’S THEME)
2. AUNT MARGE’S WALTZ
3. THE KNIGHT BUS
4. APPARITION ON THE TRAIN
5. DOUBLE TROUBLE
6. BUCKBEAK’S FLIGHT
7. A WINDOW TO THE PAST
Side B:
1. THE WHOMPING WILLOW AND THE SNOWBALL FIGHT
2. SECRETS OF THE CASTLE
3. THE PORTRAIT GALLERY
4. HAGRID THE PROFESSOR
5. MONSTER BOOKS AND BOGGARTS!
6. QUIDDITCH, THIRD YEAR
Side C:
1. LUPIN’S TRANSFORMATION AND CHASING SCABBERS 2. THE PATRONUS LIGHT
3. THE WEREWOLF SCENE
4. SAVING BUCKBEAK
5. FORWARD TO TIME PAST
Side D:
1. THE DEMENTORS CONVERGE
2. FINALE
3. MISCHIEF MANAGED!
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire 
Side A:
1. THE STORY CONTINUES
2. FRANK DIES
3. THE QUIDDITCH WORLD CUP
4. THE DARK MARK
5. FOREIGN VISITORS ARRIVE
6. THE GOBLET OF FIRE
7. RITA SKEETER
8. SIRIUS FIRE
9. HARRY SEES DRAGONS
Side B:
1. GOLDEN EGG
2. NEVILLE’S WALTZ
3. HARRY IN WINTER
4. POTTER WALTZ
5. UNDERWATER SECRETS
6. THE BLACK LAKE
7. HOGWARTS’ MARCH
Side C:
1. THE MAZE
2. VOLDEMORT
3. DEATH OF CEDRIC
4. ANOTHER YEAR ENDS
5. HOGWARTS’ HYMN
Side D:
1. DO THE HIPPOGRIFF
2. THIS IS THE NIGHT
3. MAGIC WORKS

Rhino Reserve Celebrates Black Music Month With Premium Vinyl Reissues from Baby Huey, The Meters, and Otis Redding

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Rhino Reserve Celebrates Black Music Month With Premium Vinyl Reissues from Baby Huey, The Meters, and Otis Redding

In celebration of Black Music Month, Rhino Reserve continues with the next installment of the acclaimed premium vinyl series with Baby Huey’s The Baby Huey Story: The Living Legend, The Meters’ Fire On The Bayou, and Otis Redding’s Otis Blue.  

This next set of Rhino Reserve titles are pressed on 180-gram premium-quality black vinyl locally at Fidelity Record Pressing’s brand-new plant in Oxnard, CA, and cut by the highly respected Chris Bellman from Bernie Grundman Mastering, a name synonymous with audiophile excellence.

Focused on preserving the authenticity of original packaging while delivering exceptional sound quality, each release features heavyweight board jackets, Rhino Reserve-branded labels, and a Fidelity-branded poly sleeve. Rhino Reserve titles are available on June 27 and will be available at Rhino.com and select retail locations. Pre-order HERE.

The Baby Huey Story: The Living Legend was recorded in 1970 as the only solo album by Funk icon James “Baby Huey” Ramey. Produced and released by Curtis Mayfield, the album pays tribute to Baby Huey following his untimely death. The album features captivating covers of Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Going To Come” and John and Michelle Phillips’ “California Dreamin’,” as well as a Mayfield original, “Hard Times,” later sampled by A Tribe Called Quest and Ice Cube.

In the midst of the Rolling Stones’ 1975 U.S. tour, New Orleans royalty, The Meters, released their sixth studio album, Fire on the Bayou. This staple funk record boasted tracks like “Mardi Gras Mambo” and Hank Williams’ rendition of “Jambalaya.” Fire on the Bayou remains a cornerstone of New Orleans funk.

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Otis Redding released his third studio album, Otis Blue, in 1965 after recording the album in a shocking 24-hour period. Backed by Booker T. & the M.G.’s house band, the record includes the Redding original “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long,” a cover of the Rolling Stones’ “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” and an early version of “Respect”. Considered by critics to be the definitive soul album of its era, Otis Blue has been ranked among Rolling Stone Magazine’s ‘Greatest Albums of All Time’ and Time Magazine’s ‘All Time 100 Greatest Albums.’

Tracklist  

Baby Huey – The Baby Huey Story: The Living Legend  
Side A
1. Listen To Me
2. Mama Get Yourself Together
3. A Change Is Going To Come
Side B
1. Mighty, Mighty
2. Hard Times
3. California Dreaming
4. Running
5. One Dragon Two Dragon

The Meters – Fire On The Bayou  
Side A
1. Out In The Country
2. Fire On The Bayou
3. Love Slip Upon Ya
4. Talkin’ ‘Bout New Orleans
5. They All Ask’d For You
Side B
1. Can You Do Without?
2. Liar
3. You’re A Friend Of Mine
4. Middle Of The Road
5. Running Fast
6. Mardi Gras Mamba

Otis Redding – Otis Blue  
Side A
1. Ole Man Trouble
2. Respect
3. Change Gonna Come
4. Down In The Valley
5. I’ve Been Loving You Too Long
Side B
1. Shake
2. My Girl
3. Wonderful World
4. Rock Me Baby
5. Satisfaction
6. You Don’t Miss Your Water

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Eric Alper is a 6-time nominee for Publicist of the Year during Canadian Music Week and has overseen the publicity campaigns for over 183 JUNO Award-nominated albums (and 16 in 2025), 45 Grammy-nominated albums, including 47 JUNO Award, 58 Canadian Folk Music Award, 126 Maple Blues Award-winning albums and is also truly honoured to work with some of the biggest and most important artists of our time.

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