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Madfish Music announces Laura Nyro’s ‘Hear My Song – The Collection 1966-1995,’ a deluxe 19-CD box set, releasing December 6, 2024. This limited edition set includes all 10 studio albums, six live albums (with two previously unreleased concerts), Nyro’s original 1966 demo tape, and rare bonus material.

Featuring in-depth liner notes, a foreword by Sir Elton John, and testimonials from music legends, the collection celebrates Nyro’s groundbreaking artistry and lasting influence on music.

If Woody Guthrie captured the heart of the working man’s lot in life and foreshadowed “the folk scare” of the early ’60s, then Arlo Guthrie gave warmth, humor and an Everyman perspective that reached a much larger demographic with his style and youthful exuberance.

Discover the Best Five UK Blues Singles of 2024: From Joanne Shaw Taylor’s deeply personal heartbreak to Mick Clarke’s funky Latin blues grooves, this list celebrates the year’s most captivating blues tracks, featuring soulful vocals, powerful storytelling, and exceptional musicianship.