INDISPENSABLE REISSUES & COLLECTIONS
April 2026
by Kristine England
April 18, 2026
Captain Beefheart & The Magic Band
Lick My Decals Off, Baby (Deluxe Edition)
Captain Beefheart's follow-up to the seminal Trout Mask Replica, this record continues his experimental explorations with the Magic Band, resulting in his most commercially-successful outing, spending 20 weeks on the UK charts. This limited edition 2LP vinyl release from Rhino features the original album, recut from the original master tapes and an additional LP with previously unreleased instrumental versions and alternate takes from the original sessions.
FEATURED TRACK: "Woe-Is-Uh-Me-Bop"
Dream A Little Dream (Expanded Edition)
Mama Cass
Originally released on The Papas & The Mamas, Cass Elliot reprised her signature song her debut solo album in 1968. This expanded edition by Geffen includes two previously unreleased (on vinyl) tracks: John Sebastian's “Darling Be Home Soon” (by John Sebastian) and Joni Mitchell's “Sisotowbell Lane.” Also included are previously unreleased instrumental versions and alternate takes from the original album sessions.
FEATURED TRACK: "Dream a Little Dream"
Miles Davis
The New Sounds (Mono 10")
Craft Records has released a special 75th anniversary reissue of Davis' first album as a bandleader (originally released on Prestige Records in 1951). Using the original mono tapes by this limited edition 10” vinyl comes housed in a tip-on jacket. The powerhouse quintet features Jackie McLean on alto saxophone (tracks 1 & 2), Sonny Rollins on tenor, Walter Bishop, Jr. on piano, Tommy Potter on double bass, and Art Blakey on drums.
FEATURED TRACK: "Dig?"
The Singles Collection 1975 - 1979
Goblin
Goblin was a progressive rock band from Italy, best known for their film scores, most notably with Dario Argento. This collection has assembled songs mostly found on rare 45 rpm records, charting the band's growth throughout its golden era. Released on colored vinyl with extensive liner notes.
FEATURED TRACK: "Suspiria 'Main Theme'"
The Rolling Stones
"Get Off of My Cloud," + 4
Several of the Stone's ABKCO releases spanning different eras (and personnel) have been reissued as 3" records with original US artwork and a fold-out poster. The five reissues are "Get Off of My Cloud,""Honky Tonk Woman," "Play With Fire," "Heart of Stone," "Have You Seen Your Mother, Baby, Standing in the Shadow?"
FEATURED TRACK: "Get Off of My Cloud"