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All week, on each edition of Out of the Box, listen for songs from one of the best albums that’s just hitting stores and hear Paul Shugrue's review of that album.

Out of the Box Album of the Week with Paul Shugrue 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

    • Music
    • 4.5 • 55 Ratings

All week, on each edition of Out of the Box, listen for songs from one of the best albums that’s just hitting stores and hear Paul Shugrue's review of that album.

    Rick Estrin & the Nightcats

    Rick Estrin & the Nightcats

    The title of the new album “The Hits Keep Coming” doesn’t refer to hit singles but the body blows delivered by a lifetime of playing the blues.

    Camera Obscura

    Camera Obscura

    “Look to the East, Look to the West” is their first album in 11 years but they waste no time re-capturing the essence of what they are known for; effortlessly blending catchy hooks with thoughtful songwriting surrounded by lush, modern arrangements.

    St. Vincent

    St. Vincent

    “All Born Screaming” is a thrill ride of psychedelic, dystopian experimentation

    Pearl Jam

    Pearl Jam

    "Dark Matter" is their twelfth studio album, a vivid testament to their enduring artistry and evolution.

    Maggie Rogers

    Maggie Rogers

    Her third album “Don’t forget me” has many songs about coping with the sudden rush of fame.

    Vampire Weekend

    Vampire Weekend

    “Only God Was Above Us” is about history, their own, and most notably that of their former hometown, New York City

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5
55 Ratings

55 Ratings

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Good music reviews

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