Alternative Releases

Thought you might be interested, some of the great alternative bands who started out in the mid-90's when alternative rock was in bloom are releasing their albums this August, except for Vertical Horizon who's new cd will be out sometime in September.

Sugar Ray is famous for their ecclectic approach to music. From rock, to funk to whatever. These guys have had top 40 hits, so now they make music for the art and fun of it, not just making radio-friendly, commercial songs. Their album is titled "Music for the Cougars."

Third Eye Blind is responsible for the bouncy and jumpy 'Semi Charmed Life.' Who wouldnt know that song? I still play it to this day. But they are also known for their creative songwriting, thanks to frontman Stephan Jenkins. Their new cd "Ursa Major" (whatever that means) is something to look forward to.

Vertical Horizon's type of adult alternative music is difficult to ignore. Easy to listen to. New album is "Burning the Days."

Muse. I am new to Muse music. i was instantly captured by a song that was playing in a coffee shop. The song was 'Starlight.' So i checked it out and found out it was from the band. I did a little investigation on the band and found out that they use electronic hooks in their music. I became an instant fan. New album is called "The Resistance."

Other alternative biggies from the 90's who are having new releases this month are Collective Soul, Sonic Youth, and Sister Hazel.


So there, let's see who will bring really good music to the table.