What We’re Listening To

8.13.10

Our customers often ask our resident music aficionado and Planet Hair co-owner Graham Ross, what he’s listening to. For our music lovers, here are Graham’s latest picks.

Grace Potter and the Nocturnals – Grace Potter and the Nocturnals

Grace Potter and the Nocturnals are like a modern-day version of Tina Turner stroking the microphone in a spangled mini-dress while fronting the Rolling Stones circa Sticky Fingers.

 Sheryl Crow – 100 Miles from Memphis

Graham says the new Sheryl Crow album, 100 Miles from Memphis is like Dusty Springfield meets Lucinda, but sweeter.

 Franzey Ford – Obadiah

Graham describes this debut solo album by The Be Good Tanyas’ guitar play and lead vocalist Frazey Ford as “sweet like honey.”

Lady Gaga – The Remix

Although there’s nothing new on The Remix, Graham likes it better than the original release. “It’s a perfect blend of old school disco mixed with the modern techno style.”

 Court Yard Hounds – The Court Yard Hounds

Sisters Martie Mcguire and Emily Robison from the Dixie Chicks write great songs that combine a little country with a soft rock feel.

 Monsters of Folk – Monsters of Folk

Supergroup Monsters of Folk brings together Jim James, the guitarist and vocalist for My Morning Jacket, Mike Mogis, Conor Oberst, and M. Ward of Bright Eyes make beautiful music with a 70s feel.