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Monday, August 24, 2026
Cowboy Junkies - 2022 - Songs of the Recollection
Cowboy Junkies - 2022 - Songs of the Recollection @Flac
When the Cowboy Junkies released their first album in 1986, Whites Off Earth Now!!, eight of the nine songs were covers, and their second, the 1988 breakthrough hit The Trinity Session, introduced them to a larger audience with their interpretations of Lou Reed's "Sweet Jane" and Patsy Cline's "Walkin' After Midnight." Recording other people's songs and giving them a sound of their own is deeply ingrained in the Cowboy Junkies' working method, so it's no great surprise that they've chosen to release an album devoted entirely to covers. 2022's Songs of the Recollection features five new recordings of tunes from artists they admire, along with four previously released tracks that appeared on EPs (Vic Chesnutt's "Marathon" and the Cure's "Seventeen Seconds") or tribute albums (Gram Parsons' "Ooh Las Vegas" and Gordon Lightfoot's "The Way I Feel"). This is very much in the tradition of what we've come to expect from the Cowboy Junkies in the year 2022, and that is not at all a bad thing.
As a singer, Margo Timmins has learned to adapt her understated murmur to a wide range of moods and melodic frameworks, and she's consistently lovely here, especially in her rueful takes on David Bowie's "Five Years" and Neil Young's "Love in Mind." Guitarist Michael Timmins has a gift for weaving expressive dissonance and electric accents into the folky vibe common to their performances, and the overdriven finale of "Five Years," the sudden showers of fuzz in Neil Young's "Don't Let It Bring You Down," and the reverb-enhanced feedback on "Ooh Las Vegas" attest to his status as an unsung hero of noise guitar. And the rhythm section of bassist Alan Anton and drummer Peter Timmins are reliable in their excellence, knowing when to rise and fall with the mood of the songs and giving Margo and Michael just the right sort of musical support.
In many respects, the Cowboy Junkies have changed very little over the course of 35-plus years, but Songs of the Recollection presents that as a virtue. This band have maintained a creative vision that's served them beautifully, and their commitment to the power of dynamics and finding the details of a song by leaving room to ponder the details and textures has led them to write some great material and also find unexplored landscapes in the work of other tunesmiths. Songs of the Recollection captures them doing the latter with grace and intelligence. (AllMusic)
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Various - Box Of Vibes 47 (C-R-A) 2026 320 ๐
So here is the latest Box Of Vibes, our multi decades, multi genre mix of tracks for your enjoyment. It includes cover versions and alternative versions.
Box 47 starts with tracks selected by Concha from 1 to 8, followed by my (Reb) tracks from 9 to 16, then Andy closes the Box with his tunes from 17 to 24.
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Hi just a few quick words, in the future there will be no Flac or Wav posts here on Vibes anymore. In the the future we will only share mp3 albums. Mainly as 320, but sometimes lower bit rate, if we can't find a 320 copy to post.
In the future Flac & Wav posts will only be posted on Vibes Private Club.
I have been thinking about this as well over the last week. We will no longer post anything here on a Sunday, after this Sunday. We will close for two weeks over the Christmas period (I will post from when and to in early December) And will in future close for a month in the Summer during August. I did think maybe 2 months (July & August), but I think one makes more sense.
You're free to ask for re posts but that is down to the original poster, if they wish to re post it or not. But nothing will be re posted if you make an anonymous comment without a name attached, as we don't publish these, sorry.
You can request albums that maybe your missing from your digital collection, but please send these by email to the site address.
4vibessite(at)proton.me just exchange the (at) for @
Please put the artist - album title and year, it makes it easier to find or source a copy if we don't have a copy.
Also in future there will be no posts with link on the posts, all links will be posted in the comments to combat the bots.
There will be more home made compilations here, I post 12X12, and now a Soul Mix, and maybe will start making a Reggae Mix. We make Box Of Vibes as a collective effort between the team members. Any member here is free to share a home made mix of what ever genre they wish. I enjoy compiling them to be honest, and don't take that much time really.
There will no longer be any covers included in my home made comps (12x12 or Soul Mixed or any future comps I may compile) or the Box Of Vibes comps, for me it's all about the music, all the posts require for me is a track list. But if other members want to compile home made comps, they are free to include covers if they so wish.
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Sunday, August 23, 2026
2025 - Lila Ikรฉ - Treasure Self Love
2025 - Lila Ikรฉ - Treasure Self Love @320
Given Lila Ikรฉ’s popularity in the reggae music scene, it’s hard to believe the newly released Treasure Self Love is her debut full-length album. Fans have been understandably giddy over the singer since 2020’s The ExPerience EP put her on the path to worldwide stardom. Still, when an artist has so much hype, disappointment can feel inevitable. Thankfully, that’s not the case here, as Treasure Self Love is further proof that Ikรฉ is the real deal (not that we needed any).
The album features several notable collaborations, and each of them perfectly amplify Ikรฉ’s distinctive talents. Joey Bada$$ brings playful energy to “Fry Plantain,” while Maverick Sabre lends warmth to “All That and More.” Perhaps the most daring track is “He Loves Us Both” with H.E.R., an engaging tune that finds two female powerhouses joining forces in to great success.
For an artist that has quickly been hailed as reggae’s next superstar, Ikรฉ also exudes respect for the genre’s trailblazers. Her fantastic cover of Patra’s 1993 classic “Romantic Call” – here called “Romantic” – is a thoughtful nod to dancehall history. Likewise, “Love in a Lovely Way” cleverly intertwines Garnett Silk’s “Place in Your Heart,” managing to be both fresh and nostalgic at the same time.
Throughout Treasure Self Love, Ikรฉ blends a variety of influences. Yes, reggae is at the heart of everything, but soul, R&B, and hip hop also factor into her sound. The singer also showcases songwriting talent well beyond her years, displaying strength, vulnerability and power within her lyrics.
During a recent conversation with Grammy.com, Ikรฉ described Treasure Self Love as “a journey of learning to love myself, understanding that each and every one of us should be able to treasure ourselves and value ourselves.”
“Every time I make music, every time I get to another level, every time that I’ve ticked off an accomplishment or overcome a particular milestone, it’s just a reminder to just continuously evolve,” she continued, “to continuously work on getting better and especially to just learn myself because you really don’t know what you’re capable of until you do it.”
Treasure Self Love is proof that the journey — and the evolution — was well worth the wait. (The Pier)
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Roy Orbison - Sweets For Sweden The Very Best Of Roy Orbison 1999 320 ๐
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Various - Box Of Vibes No. 46 (A-C-R) 2026 320 ๐
Box 46 and Andy's turn to start with his selections from 1 to 8. Then Concha's tunes and next in the middle from 9 to 16, and finally my (Reb) tracks to close this weeks box, from 17 to 24.
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Saturday, August 22, 2026
1976 - Mighty Sparrow - Sparrow vs The Rest
1976 - Mighty Sparrow - Sparrow vs The Rest @320
01. The Mighty Sparrow - How You Jammin' So
02. The Mighty Sparrow - Music & Rhythm
03. The Mighty Sparrow - Saltfish
04. The Mighty Sparrow - Witch Doctor
05. The Mighty Sparrow - My Woman
06. The Mighty Sparrow - Fatman
07. The Mighty Sparrow - The Statue
08. The Mighty Sparrow - Pan Jam Fete
09. The Mighty Sparrow - We Kinda Music
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Sly & The Revolutionaries With Jah Thomas – Black Ash Dub 1980 (1995 CD Reissue) 320 ๐
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The Undertones - 1986 - Cher O'Bowlies (The Pick of the Undertones)
The Undertones - 1986 - Cher O'Bowlies
(The Pick of the Undertones) @320
(The Pick of the Undertones) @320
A definitive collection from The Undertones, Cher O’Bowlies gathers the band’s most iconic tracks into a single, high-energy compilation. This 1987 CD features the raw, catchy power-pop and punk spirit that made them legends of the late ’70s and early ’80s, blending infectious hooks with witty, relatable lyrics.
From the timeless anthem Teenage Kicks to the clever storytelling of My Perfect Cousin and the summery joy of Here Comes The Summer, this compilation captures the band at their most memorable. Essential for fans of punk, new wave, and classic power-pop, it’s also a perfect introduction for newcomers discovering one of Northern Ireland’s most enduring musical exports. (Sounds-Grounds)
Friday, August 21, 2026
Various – Sharon Signs To Cherry Red *Independent Women 1979-1985* 2016 320 ๐
Another nice compilation that's been sitting in the to post (needs work) folder, for a very long time!! and thought I get it sorted and posted today. I never plan what I'll post each day, it's just what takes my fancy on the day to be honest. Just a little bit of editing to the tags on this one.
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Various – King Tubby's Shank I Sheck 2024 320 ๐
"Originally released in the UK by Tad's Record label and Vista Sounds in 1982 and 1983 respectively as Shank I Sheck Vol. 1, this one-riddim LP has been reissued by Tad's Record. Produced by Ranking Joe and Tad A. Dawkins, the 12-track album has been released under the new title King Tubby's Shank I Sheck. The track order has been rearranged, but the artists and their songs remain the same. The album features classic tunes from reggae greats such as Dennis Brown, Sugar Minott, Horace Andy, Linval Thompson, Ranking Joe, and Tristan Palmer. The Shank I Sheck riddim showcased on this album is a reinterpretation of a ska instrumental by trumpeter Baba Brooks, produced by King Edwards."
Members of Vibes Private Club, I will be posting the 13 track Vinyl rip of this comp later today in flac.
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The Slickers - 1979 - Break Through
The Slickers - 1979 - Break Through @320
Produced by Clive Hunt and recorded at legendary producer Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry’s studio, this set delivers deep roots and strong Black Ark's sound with Leroy ‘Horsemouth’ Wallace on drums, Robbie Shakespeare on bass, Earl ‘Chinna’ Smith and Michael Chung on guitars and Augustus Pablo on Keyboards and melodica.
A great reissue with top roots vocals and harmonies in the rasta vocal trio tradition, congos stylee !
Original LP plus bonus tracks (including Lloyd Robinson's Cuss Cuss!) (Soul Jazz Records)
CosmasMix 201
For your listening pleasure, here is my latest mix, number 201, with all new and newly re-released indie gems that have been coming out this past month. There are 61 tracks this time around by these artists: Lowsunday, Sweeping Promises, Diiv, Boy Harsher, Beach Vacation, black sand, TTSSFU, Prisms, Saccades, Sailor Honeymoon, Soft Science, Airhockey, Yard Act, Actors, Dummy, The Yummy Fur, The Darling Buds, Echo & the Bunnymen, Johnny Marr, Chapterhouse, Velocity Girl, Dinosaur Jr., Sugar, Interpol, Pete Yorn, Real Numbers, Triptides, Sennen, Foglights, Teenage Fanclub, Trashcan Sinatras, Kiwi jr, Robyn Hitchcock, The Catburgers, The B-52's, Sparks, XTC, Xmal Deutschland, Distant Cousins, Swervedriver, The Still Out, The Arms of Someone New, Primal Scream, Hot Chip, Keane, A Certain Ratio, Everything But The Girl, Dry Cleaning, she's green, Drakulas, The Garden, Smirk, The Linda Lindas, Body Type, Las Robertas, knitting, Holy Wave, Alabama Shakes, The Reds, Pinks & Purples, GO FORWARD IN FLAMES, and The Durutti Column
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Straitjacket Fits - Hail 1988 (Reissue 1990) 320 ๐
Hail is the band's debut album, recorded June - August 1988 at The Lab Recording Studio in Auckland with producer/engineer Terry Moore. The recordings weren’t entirely what the band wanted and felt it lacked enough strong songs.
Rough Trade released Hail in the UK and US late in 1989/early 1990, with a revised, stronger track listing, adding the four songs from the 'Life in One Chord' EP, and removing some tracks that hadn’t quite worked on the original NZ release (Telling Tales, Dead Heat, Only You Knew, Take From The Years). 1990 Australasian LP/Cassette reissues were released like this also.
CD versions of this revised version of the album were released in NZ, UK and Japan in 1989/1990 and these include the entire original 1988 NZ version plus the four tracks from the 1988 'Life In One Chord' EP.
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Straitjacket Fits – Blow 1993 320 ๐
The first of three albums from New Zealand indie rock/pop group. The other two will follow, either later today or tomorrow.
Formed in Dunedin, New Zealand, 1986 by Shayne Carter (vocals/guitar), John Collie (drums) and David Wood (bass). Andrew Brough (vocals/guitar) joined soon after. In 1991 Brough left the group due to musical and personal differences between him and the rest of the band. Later that year Mark Petersen (guitar) joined the band. The band finished in February 1994 shortly after their performance at the Big Day Out festival at Mount Smart Stadium in Auckland. The second line up of the band regrouped to play a tour of the main cities of New Zealand in late April and early May of 2005. David Wood died suddenly, on the 17th of November 2010. In 2018 the remaining later line up reformed briefly & toured New Zealand with Carter's Dimmer.
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2001 - The Best of John Renbourn
2001 - The Best of John Renbourn @320
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
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