2016: a new year for music....

mizike: What's not to love?, right? She is true to herself in every way, which makes her unique these days. Listening to her output gives you an insight into her world as it moves through all of her life's struggles. I can't imagine a musical world without her in it.

I love anyone and everyone who loves Lucinda. Now if you would only get into Iris Dement! I'll bet they love each other.

Ray LaMontagne's  "Ouroboros".. I'm really liking this one. Jim James producing and a contributing musician, it's a departure from Ray's past efforts and IMO, it all works just fine.

Regarding "Bramble Rose". I've received (2) so far. The first had a small section of vinyl out at one point on the perimeter. (when you look at it or run your finger around it). Also, the vinyl was less than perfect in that it has visually noticeable hairline surface marks and other imperfections that caused some ticks and pops on both of my lps.
To Yep Roc's (11spot) credit, they not only sent a new copy after my reporting on the faults with the first copy I received but, after I reported on my experience with copy # 2, they graciously responded and said they would forward my email to their distributors and hopefully the ones who could look into the quality control at whatever pressing plant is now being used.
If your experience is similar to mine, I hope you'll take the time to express your thoughts to them as well.
A great label that could benefit from feedback from us all.

Yep, big fan of Ray LaMontagne as well.