Genre Sampler

Cream of the Crop:  Give This New Music a Try

By Chris O'Brien, adult department assistant at Bremen Public Library

There’s a lot of new music out and about these days. I’d like to share some of the cream of the crop with all of you out there. Music is such a personal thing, and if you are like me, your tastes can change from one day to the next. It all depends on, well, just life in general, and your own life, in particular! My motto is "oh oh oh, listen to the music" all the time!

Have you heard any of these new CDs? Give them a try, and you just might be pleasantly surprised! They are all available to download free through the Hoopla app with your library card.

Ripcord 

by Keith Urban

He’s up for one or more Grammys, and with good reason. Maybe it’s just me, but I think his music has gotten even better since he became a husband and a dad! I’ve liked his music all along, but I think this is his best yet. (Available on Hoopla.)

Joanne

by Lady Gaga
Truthfully, I never really took GaGa seriously before. The woman has a great voice. She writes her own songs. Yes, they are quirky, but they go down real smooth like maple syrup on a stack of blueberry pancakes. Very catchy, makes you want to sing along. Before you know it, you’ll be dancing too! Open your mind, and enjoy it. (Available on Hoopla.)

Tattooed Heart 

by Ronnie Dunn

That’s right, he’s half of Brooks & Dunn, now gone solo. So put on your jeans, your hat, and your boots. Be the cowboy. Feel his pain. And get ready for that distinctive voice of his to take you along for one more trail ride! (Available on Hoopla.) 

Call Me Old-Fashioned

by Bradley Walker

Young man with an old soul. Very straight-shooter. His music is medicine, maybe better. If you’re looking for a bit of inspiration, and if there is still anything good in this world, you’ve come to the right place. (Available on Hoopla.)

Sing It Now 

by Reba McEntire

Songs of Faith and Hope. She’s one smart, classy lady, and she covers all the bases in this CD of traditional hymns and new songs that make you remember all your blessings. (Available on Hoopla.)