Sony Legacy US Vinyl & CDs

Review: Put together in celebration of their recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Dave Matthews Band's best of pulls together 22 singles from 1994 to today. This includes numerous Billboard Chart-topping hits from the jam band, known for stellar musicianship and social consciousness. Of the singles on here to look out for, Grammy-nominated tune 'Crash Into Me' was later covered by Stevie Nicks and features one of Matthews' best ever vocal performances. 'Don't Drink The Water', which tackles the injustices of South African apartheid, has a beautiful performance from banjoist Bela Fleck underpinning Matthews' anguished U2/Pearl Jam-esque vocals. Meanwhile, the Robert Fripp-inspired hit 'Satellite' from the 1994 album Under The Table And Dreaming is more stripped back and has a masterful guitar lick that's a feast for the ears on an album simply full of heart.

Review: US crooner John Legend's debut album came 20 years ago and soon set him on his way to the superstar status he enjoys today. It was a superb introduction to his soulful voice and unique blend of r&b, pop and hip-hop influences which is why it received widespread acclaim with its smooth, heartfelt lyrics and rich, piano-driven production. Tracks like 'Used to Love U' and the Grammy-winning classic 'Ordinary People' showcased Legend's ability to blend storytelling with emotionally charged performances. Get Lifted not only launched Legend's career but also marked him out on a path to becoming one of the most influential artists of the 2000s.

Review: Limited to just 2000 copies, this gargantuan boxset collates every solo record from original Black Sabbath vocalist/reality TV star/heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne dating from his seminal 1980 debut full-length Blizzard Of Ozz all the way up to his most recent 2022 swansong Patient Number 9, with ample space even provided for the much-lauded rarities compilation Flippin' The B-Side. Individually numbered, this mega deluxe boxset also comes complete with ten full-size posters of vintage photos, a gold bat vinyl slipmat, and a numbered vellum certificate of authenticity personally signed by the Ozz Man himself.

Review: The legacy and catalogue of Prince is one which continues to reveal surprises and swerves even this many years after his death. There are a lot of different phases to dig into, but if you want the exhaustive run through his breakout years, look no further than the Hits 1 and 2 collections. Put together by Warner in 1993, as their relationship with the famously strong-willed artist was going south, this pair of compilations feature every hit that matters from 1979 through to 1992. There are stone-cold classics and some deeper fan favourites and rarities included - so many in fact it has to be stretched over two separate volumes.

Review: Train's newest work showcases their knack for blending pop-rock with moments of introspective depth. The opening track 'This'll Be My Year' starts with an upbeat, anthemic energy, setting the tone for a collection that oscillates between optimism and reflection. Tracks like 'Drive By' and 'Feels Good at First' provide catchy, yet nuanced instrumentation, matching lyrics that walk the line between joy and melancholy. 'California 37' delves into a more contemplative space, with a textured arrangement that emphasises the band's growing maturity. By the time you reach 'When the Fog Rolls In,' you're left with a sense of emotional complexity, the sort of balance between hope and heartache that defines their best work.