STACK NZ Oct #78

Music We Think You Should Check Out

Norah Jones Day Breaks

Kings of Leon Walls

Leonard Cohen You Want It Darker

The nine-time Gammy winner returns to the piano and her roots on her new album, which features jazz luminaries saxophonist Wayne Shorter and organist Lonnie Smith. October 7

The stunning seventh studio album from the Tennessee rockers sees them teaming up with acclaimed producer Markus Dravs (Arcade Fire, Coldplay). October 14

At the age of 82, the seminal singer-songwriter is just getting better with age. His 14th studio album is already being hailed “classic Cohen” and was produced by his son Adam. October 21

The Naked & Famous Simple Forms

Tove Lo Lady Wood

Koi Boys Meant To Be

“There’s both pain and passion behind this art,” says vocalist Alisa Xayalith of the expat Kiwis’ superb new album of euphoric pop. October 21

The long-awaited successor to Tove Lo’s landmark 2014 debut charts what she describes as “the emotional curves I go through when I’m chasing any kind of rush.” October 21.

These Kiwi lads took The Voice Australia by storm with their dazzling harmonising and their debut album finds them tackling everything from doo-wop classics to modern R&B hits. October 21

Lady Gaga Joanne

The Pretty Reckless Who You Selling For

Bon Jovi This House Is Not For Sale

The highly-anticipated 5th album from the Queen of Pop boasts collaborations with Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker, Josh Homme, Mark Ronson and Florence + The Machine. October 21

Produced by longtime collaborator Kato Khandwala, the new LP from Taylor Momsen hard-rocking outfit sees them expanding their sound to encompass soulful, bluesy undertones. October 21

Reunited with Grammy-winning producer John Shanks, who began working with the band in 2005, the New Jersey rockers’ 14th studio album won’t disappoint their long-time fans. October 23

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