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Ordering Information 2 Blues * Jazz * R&B * Divas 30 Ladyslipper Online! 3 Choral * Acappella 31 Order Blank 4 BabySlipper Music 31 Turning 30: Ladyslipper & Women's Music 5 Comedy 32 New Additions: All Genres & Categories 6 Classical 32 Hot Wire Back Issues 12 Ho * Ho * Holiday Music 33 "Women's Music" * Feminist Music 13 Gift Certificates * Cards 34 Compilations for Cool Causes 18 Calendars * Books 35 Drumming * Percussion 19 DVD's * Videos 35 Women's Spirituality * New Age 20 Songbooks 36 African Heritage 24 $6.99 CD's 37 World Music 25 $5.99 CD's 37 Native American 26 $4.99 CD's 38 Singer-Songwriter * Folk 27 Grab-Bags 38 Country * Bluegrass 29 $2.99 Cassettes 39 Artist Index 39

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4 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@ladyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Turning 30: Ladyslipper Music ~ & Women's Music!

Many founding organizations in the world of Women's Music & Culture are turning 30 during the first decade of this century, and Ladyslipper is no exception; born in 1976, we're into our 3~fer~$30 4th decade! Ladyslipper-Label CD's To celebrate this milestone for our entire amazing Women's Kay Gardner: A Rainbow Path Music and Culture Movement, we are offering a 3-fer-$30 CD* Kay Gardner: Garden of Ecstasy Special from the CD's listed here ~ all released on the Kay Gardner: Sounding the Inner Landscape Ladyslipper label. (You may order 3 titles for only $10 each; Kay Gardner: Amazon Kay Gardner: Ouroboros notate "30th Anniversary Special" when ordering by mail, Kay Gardner: My Mother's Garden phone or online.) Kay Gardner/ Nuru: OneSpirit Kay Gardner/ Mary Watkins: Dancirig Souls Casseiberry-DuPree: City Down And... We're offering a special $30 Library of 15 Ladyslipper Casselberry-DuPree: Hot Corn in the Fire Cassettes, and our $130 Library of 15 Ladyslipper CD's! Libana: Fire Within Lisa Thiel: Lady of the Lake Nuru(dafina Pili Abena): Drum Call Ladyslipper's goal as a small recording label Shawna Carol: Goddess Chant has been to further new musical directions Ubaka Hill: ShapeShifters for women artists. Our first venture into the Ubaka Hill: Dance the Spiral Dance recording studio was to produce Kay Gardner's classic album A Rainbow Path - a revolutionary work which combines theo­ ries of music, healing, color, sound, and chakras. It immediately became a best-sell­ Ladyslipper Library er in both "Women's Music" and the newly- emerging "New Age" genre, and has sold Collections more than 50,000 copies since its debut in 1984. We have released over 20 titles. Various Ladyslipper Artists ^^^ Library of 15 Ladyslipper-Label CD's To celebrate our 30th year, we're offering a Library of 15 Ladyslipper-Label CD's ... for just $130 - that's under $9 each, approximately half-price! It's a great way to familiarize yourself with some excellent recordings you may not otherwise have a chance to hear ... help fill out your collection ... and/or share with a friend (or 2, or 3, or 15 friends)! This special collection will ship as a single item within the US^\ if WILL ya... Remember us? you select Standard Shipping, so you will save on postage too. (For Expedited shipping within US or Airmail to Canada or Mexico, please add a $15 ship­ ping surcharge. For Airmail to all other international destinations, add a $30 shipping surcharge.) Ladyslipper is a non-profit tax-exempt organization, and your dona­ Includes works by Kay Gardner, Ubaka Hill, Libana, and many more - for the complete list of artists and tions are tax-deductible. As you're placing your order (or even if titles, log onto www.ladyslipper.org (CDLIBRARY) 15 you're not ready to place one at this time), please consider adding a CD's: 130.00 donation of any amount. Various Ladyslipper Artists ^^r Library of 15 Ladyslipper-Label Cassettes To celebrate our 30th year, we're offering a Library of 15 Ladyslipper-Label Cassettes ... for just $30! It's And these days, as many of us are growing toward and into our a great way to familiarize yourself with some excel­ lent recordings you may not otherwise^ have a chance Crone years, we are thinking about how to put our assets to good to hear ... help fill out your collection ... share with a friend (or 2, or 3, or 15 friends) ... and/or help you use in this world after we have departed. decide which titles to order on CD! This special col­ lection will ship as a single item within the USA if you select Standard Shipping, so you will save on postage too. (For Expedited shipping within US or So as you formalize and finalize your will, please remember that a Airmail to Canada or Mexico, please add a $10 sur­ charge. For Airmail to all other international destina­ bequest to Ladyslipper in any amount will help us keep on keepin' tions, add a $20 surcharge.) Includes works by Kay Gardner, Ubaka Hill, Libana, and many more -- for on, and will help us launch and continue some badly-needed archiv­ the complete list of artists and titles, log onto www.ladyslipper.org (LADYLIBRARY) 15 Cassettes: ing projects that require additional funding. We thank you!! 30.00

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The following 7 pages (pp. 6-12) contain some of the newest and most recent of our listings, as well as long-overdue re-releases of old favorites. You'll find lots more listings for each catagory in the main body of this catalog (pp. 13-39), as well as in our Artist Index on page 39. But this isn't all! Check our website at www.ladyslipper.org for even more of What's New... and sign up there for Ladyslipper's New Release e-Newsletter. Happy Listening!

Women's Music * Feminist Music

Barbara Higbie -jfl$&- Bestof Barbara Higbie Wr Barbara is an accomplished composer, pianist, singer and songwriter - a musician's musician. Hers 2005 retrospective release features both instrumental and vocal favorites from her rich discography and illustrious career. (SLB82218) CD: 16.98

Bitch Be-Sides (One Take Wonders & Poems} Bitch, previously of the Bitch and Animal duo, describes this 2005 CD: "My recently released lo-fi record ... is just that, and was whipped together by me and Dutchboy late this past summer. It's waiting for your ears! There are some live takes, including drummer Greg Latty and I playing my latest protest song, "Rise," in my hometown, the Big Crapple. Ferron -fWfllt- There's also some cuts of when I was left alone in Cris Williamson Turning Into Beautiful Dutchboy's studio reading poems, making up songs." The Essential Cris Williamson (2-CD Set) We are more than thrilled that this is finally a reality - (CMB1) CD: 13.99 This 2005 best-of, and truly essential, collection con­ we've been waiting for an all-new recording from one tains 33 songs from 18 albums - audience favorites of Women's Music's Most Talented for oh, about a -tffifft- all! Includes two previously unreleased bonus tracks! decade now! "I don't know what it's like for you but Bitch (WM5407) CD: 24.98 _i^«_ here's what it's like for me... I wanted to turn beautiful Almost To the Water and serve Eternity and never follow money or love And Bitch describes her higher-fi 2005 release: "The Cris Williamson with greasy hands, or move the earth and waters just themes of the album are around the complex relation­ to make it fit my plans." Those lyrics are from a long- ship of nature vs. urban life. The highway vs. water. Changer & the Changed/30th Anniv. Edition To celebrate the 30th birthday of this pivotal release, ago Ferron song on a different album... she has done The two worlds that I am stretched between. There's it with her new release! What you may be most struck also a lot of heartbreak. Personal heartbreak, and which helped launch the Women's Music & Culture Movement which is just as many years old, this limit­ with, as you listen, is the underlying sense of arrival, also heartbreak about my country and how our gov­ resolution, reconciliation and peace, from which her ernment Is robbing so many people, including us, of ed edition enhanced CD, released in 2005, includes 8 minutes of video footage. (WM5408) CD: 15.98 poetry now springs, perhaps summed up in the fol­ so many freedoms that are inherent in all human life." lowing lines from this new recording: "Hello my Produced by June Millington, recommended! (CMB2) friends, I feel so happy to be back/ To feel so clear CD: 16.97 Ember Swift -jjfflj- and on the track, but it's more than that.. It's so much Disarming more than that." It is, and it's very highly recommend­ Chicago & New Haven Women's Would you like more politics with your music, or more ed! (CW11) CD: 16.98 _^ta_ Liberation Rock Bands - w/Le Tigre good music with your politics? Well, here's a full ear for you, either way! With energy, insight and a great Papa, Don't Lay That Shit On Me range of musical talent, Ember and band (including Ferron Holly Near says, "Every movement has a music. At collaborator Lyndell Montgomery) demonstrate any The Collected Works, Vol. 1 (4-CD Box Set) first, it is as raw and dangerous as imagining a differ­ variety of genre from "hip-hop-infused politi-pop" to We're very thrilled to announce the boxed set con­ ent world. Yet it invites us to jump in. It screams, "sunny, glint-o'-gospel soul-funk" to "reggae-driven taining the following CD titles: Testimony, Shadows 'Come on!' The laughter makes us brave. The music pop quiz" to "conscientious carnivalesque French On a Dime, Driver and Phantom Center - yay! helps us to stop holding our breath, hooking us up to caberet" and more. The songs on this 2004 release Some of Ferron's very best and most beloved work is motion that is unfamiliar to our frozen bodies. The shed light on issues such as globalization, consumer contained in these earlier recordings, which date back voices challenge everything we have ever been awareness, food politics, disengaging from capitalist to the early 80's. taught about ourselves & among the sounds of greed, feminism, queer politics, racism and environ- In our opinion, change was the music of the Chicago arid New mentalism ... weaving politics and poetics in and out every single Haven Women's Liberation Bands." And Gloria of daring musical arrangements. (EMS0404) CD: 16.98 Steinem testifies: "When I'd never seen a woman give Ferron title is a downbeat, when all-male dance bands had one girl worth owning, and singer sitting in a folding chair snapping her fingers, Ferron we look forward to when women were supposed to be way too competi­ Phantom Center future volumes! tive to play music together, the Chicago and New Connecting rich, poetic, archetypal imagery with Due late 2005 or Haven Women's Liberation Rock Bands blew that vibrant musical textures, this album (originally early 2006. world apart. Together with some of the punk riot-grrrls released in 1990) is guaranteed to create an immedi­ (FLM007) 4-CD Set: who've followed, they're all on the great re-issued CD. ate emotional impact. Guest appearances from 39.98 This is music you can dance to, rebel to, rap with, and Indigo Girls and Tori Amos, includes Stand Up, My pass on to generations. Just do it!" Originally entitled My, Harmless Love, White Wing Mercy, Higher Ferron Mountain Moving Day (1972), remastered for CD in Wisdom. (FLM005) CD: 16.98 Testimony 2005, with two new bonus tracks by the contemporary There is some feminist rock band Le Tigre. Essential for every col­ Ferron mystifyingly mag­ lector of feminist music! (ROU4001) CD: 17.97 Driver netic power in the "The road may go on forever, but it is easier if we music of this remember that the vehicle may change... From the woman-identified Cris Williamson -ifflffi- Canadian songwriter.... hard to describe but harder to Real Deal opening song called Breakpoint, the invocation to perfect love, to the last song Maya, the dedication to ignore. Her voice and lyrics, which can stand alone Cris travels easily through the various landscapes of as poems, will grab and hold you with their intensity. roots and reggae, folk and mountain music, as well as actual love, this album of 10 songs is an exploration of how change and commitment interact with each Technically polished, stylistically diverse, this record­ powerful rock and prayerful ballads. This 2005 ing (which was originally released in 1980, and since release features some of music's finest players from a other and with supposed meaning in our lives... I asked myself, and each of the 12 musicians, to play then has appeared on a whole variety of editions) variety of musical genres, who surround and support includes many audience favorites over 3 decades: that amazing voice on her new journey. Cris as though we had already got to where we were going and craved nothing more than to stretch out Misty Mountain, Ain't Life A Brook, Rosalee, describes it this way: "Brilliantly produced by my good Bellybowl, and of course title track: " By our lives be friend Teresa Trull, these eleven new songs are mak­ and hold sacred the now of the song. There is a place in each of the songs where I forget where I am, we spirit... by our hearts be we women... by our eyes ing their way into the world. So here for you are' love be we open... by our hands be we whole." Originally songs, reflections, ancient words and new begin­ very much like what happens when we drive and think." Lyrical, lots of depth, layers and substance to appearing in Ladyslipper's 1981-2 catalog, it receives nings, supported by a most shining cast of musicians one of our highest recommendations! (CW003) CD- whom I am proud to call my friends." (WM5406) CD: this recording, originally released in 1994, reissued late 2005 or early 2006. (FLM006) CD: 16.98 16.98 16.97

6 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@ladyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Ferron_ Melissa Etheridge -TBSte- Tret Fure -ifflffi- Shadows On a Dime Greatest Hits - CD Only Anytime, Anywhere This singer-songwriter brings us another testimony to The 18 tracks on this 2005 release are drawn from . Tret has trod the Women's Music field from rocker, to her very special artistry with this 1984 recording. The her earliest roots up to a brand new song / Run For sound engineer, to long-time collaborator with anoth­ styles are diverse but the constant factor is the pierc­ Life (related to her own courageous battle with breast er, and more recently, as solo singer-songwriter. The ing portrayal of emotion, and on this album, the cancer and a new slogan to be used by the Race for present genre? "Aggressive Folk" she says. Strong sparkling instrumentation adds yet another dimen­ the Cure campaign.) 5 of the 18 selections are previ­ and sexy, poignant and playful, Tret takes you on a sion. Produced with rock veteran Terry Garthwaite, ously unreleased, including her newly recorded cover 360 degree emotional ride with this 2005 release. includes title track, Snowin' in Brooklyn, As Soon As I of Tom Petty's Refugee. (ISL88371) CD: 17.99 From the Latin feel of the title track (that's the one find My Shoes I'm Gone, The Return, and the apoca­ Tret refers to as 'the song you've all been waiting lyptic, visionary epic It Won't Take Melissa Etheridge f > for'), to the bluesy Trouble and her signature love Long. (CW004) CD: 16.98 Greatest Hits/ The Road " flj!f song Drivin', you will find something to fit every mood. Less Traveled: CD+DVD Tret says, 'I know I say this every time, but this CD is God-des -JS^F In addition to the above CD, this by far my favorite. There is something magical about Reality 2005 set contains a DVD featuring this work. It is dynamic, varied, passionate and has Are you ready for some controver­ a 74 minute main program with lots the song you've all been waiting for. I hope you are all sial hip-hop? On this fresh and con­ of recent interview material with as pleased as I am.' (TGR83103) CD: 16.97 temporary 2005 release, God-des Melissa as she talks about her and She (Tina G, as she used to be music and her recovery from treat­ Various Artists jffit- called) put their voices together for a ment, plus videos of her rarefies The L-Word Soundtrack great effect, as they present their and 12 other cuts. (ISL88399) Well, when we originally heard there was going to be brand of hip-hop - with pro-lesbian CD/DVD: 34.99 a TV show called "L-Word" we thought they meant "L" lyrics. (GDDS1) CD: 16.97 as in Ladyslipper. The LA setting threw us off a little, though. But with this soundtrack compilation from the Nedra Johnson th^t Indigo Girls show's first season, we are pretty sure it really is all -«Mty»- Nedra ^^ Rarities about us. Enjoy the tunes of our lives, This long-awaited 2005 from Joan Armatrading, Indigo Girls cover Ferron! This 2005 release from Nedra release is chock-full of B-sides, fan Indigo Girls, Lucinda Johnson is a joyful mix Williams, Ella Fitzgerald, Be favorites, live tracks and some spe­ of R&B, funk, rock and gospel. From the cial collaborations - all chosen by Amy and Emily. Good Tanyas, & more! first song Ahha (It's A Good Thing), to the (TB81613) CD: 18.97 _^^_ Includes Ferron's outstanding epic song It Won't Take Maxine Feldman tribute version of Long, from her out-of-print recording Shadows On a Amazon, this 2005 recording is proudly Various Artists ^^"^ Dime (once upon a time, this Indigo version appeared Womyn's Music and a showcase for the on a compilation Spirit of 73: Rock for Choice, also artist's growth as a writer, arranger, pro­ The L-Word Soundtrack: currently out of print) ... features Ani DiFranco on ducer and musician. Featuring lush Season 2 Ramblin' Round ... and lots more treats, 18 in all. background vocals and danceable Much more than a soap ... this (EPC94442) CD: 18.98 grooves, Nedra makes the personal cable TV series is a wonderful political and the erotic downright spiri­ venue for highlighting the tal­ Magdalen Hsu-Li -«Mty»- tual. (BIG2)CD: 16.98 ents of a fabulous array of Smashing the Ceiling women artists. (We can't all This 2005 release showcases Magdalen's ethereal Rhiannon make it to the festivals, right?) -ifllffi- Spanning and reflecting the gen­ yet awakening voice on songs such as Mary In My Prime Magdalene. "Several people have asked why I chose erations of women's music and In the works for over 5 years, this 2005 culture, from Dusty Springfield to to write a song about one of the most controversial release showcases Rhiannon's artistry in an original figures in Biblical history. Mary Magdalene is both an Le Tigre ... this 2005 volume fea­ and nuanced musical context that treasures song tures songs from Heart, Shawn Colvin, Shirley autobiographical song about my life as well as a form and the intricacy and simplicity of brilliant collab­ blend of various biblical mythologies about Mary Bassey, Jane Siberry ... and the L-Word theme song oration. The title track, inspired in a rip tide on a New from BETTY! (TB81613) CD: 18.97 Magdalene. I think she is one of the most iconic, Zealand beach, declares the life force that makes provocative, loved, hated, and mysterious women in Rhiannon so vital. There are several rich, complex history. Yet her story has been misinterpreted through Various Artists, including BETTY -iffiftt- and vibrant songs co-written with Frank Martin, and J the centuries, so I felt it was time to help redefine her t o p n o t c h The L-Word Sessions story in a more positive light." Other noteworthy accompaniment This enigmatic 2005 release will make some sense moments on the album are songs about love, loss, from Jami once you read the notes - though you will be left won­ identity, and reckoning such as the shimmeringly Sieber, David dering, who IS this composer, ezgirl? But even with­ heartbreaking Sweef Hereafter, the iridescent, quin­ Worm, Joey out going this deep, you can enjoy this collection of tessential, breakup song Everything, the sublime, Blake, Mike audio snippets as the sublime novelty item that it is: deliciously troubled All Those Words, the pop-driven Marshall and kindy goofy and kinda sexy at the same time - like No Ordinary many more. some toys some women keep in their nightstands. Girl. "There Rhiannon is a For lovers of the show The L-Word, nothing could be were so many truly unique, finer that to be aurally transported to the lesbian breakthroughs mature and gift­ island (otherwise known as LA) with these slick mixes that happened ed singer who and heavy breathing. There's a heavy dose of the to me personal­ passionately group BETTY'S trademark irony and humor here: they ly, emotionally, declares "I am provide the theme song for the second season while musically, & In My Prime." at least 2 of the 3 band members are named as musi­ spiritually. And (RHN5) CD: cians on nearly all these cuts. Hmmm ... wonder what happened to the third girl (whose initials happen to be I am a person 16.98 that is all about E-lizabeth Z-iff). (TB81626) CD: 15.99 breaking barri­ ers. That's why Wishing Chair •TflTft- I chose to call it Topp Twins 4J£$t Flowergirls & Cowgirls Underdog Smashing the This folk-and-roll duo has been called a songwriting, Ceiling." The Topp Twins' 2005 album is a country music clas­ sic with a unique kiwi sound, featuring original and string dancing, accordion playing, harmony singing, (CPR005) CD: traditional country songs and the distinctive Topp storytelling, hand drumming, banjo strumming, soul 16.98 Twins' yodel. Multi-talented sisters Jools and Lynda stirring, two woman tour-de-force. This 2005 release Topp have attracted a cult following with their blend of is a culmination of the 10 years multi-instrumentalist Margie Adam beautifully crafted original songs, soaring vocals and Miriam and primary songwriter Kiya have spent find­ Portal (CD & DVD Set) harmonies, visual and situational slapstick character ing the balance between their roots and pop sensibili­ This 2005 CD/DVD release is a mesmerizing, con­ comedy and their amazing yodeling skills. Well ties. Their commitment to the grassroots, to communi­ templative journey with music and imagery. This two- known in their native New Zealand (and ty and finding their own path is reflected in the disk set includes a 10-track CD stars of a hilarious television show there), strength of their collaboration. A mix of folk, pop and collection of all-instrumen­ the Twins have appeared at many US roots, the songs range from Adagio, honoring the tal piano music from women's music festivals, and are always a Sarajevo cellist Verdran Smailovic, to ballads of Waited Keys, Soon and major hit. (TOP6) CD: 17.99 Kentucky Civil War guerilla Sue Mundy and Western Again and Avalon, plus a heroine Calamity Jane, to politically charged anthems 7-minute "eyes open" medi­ Toshi Reagon -jSJj- such as Outlaw Wedding. (TRK7) CD: 16.98 tation. On the accompany­ Have You Heard . ing DVD, Margie weaves an Toshi says, "It sounds like a bunch of Wyrd Sisters extended instrumental ver­ musicians playing and singing together Wholly sion of Avalon through rivet­ and that is what it is." It is also an uncom­ Upcoming release as we go to press from one of our ing photography of the promising brew of artistic exuberance and very favorite Canadian women's folk bands, sched­ Callanish Stones in Outer exceptional musical talent that could work uled for late 2005 or early 2006... call or check our Hebrides, Scotland. This as the soundtrack to a house party or an website for more details, or place your order now! unusual set offers the listen­ introspective walk in the park. Indeed, (WYR5) CD: 16.98 er/viewer a well-deserved Toshi, along with her band Big Lovely, break from a hurried world, blends funk, rock, acoustic blues, gospel, from a veteran's women's balladry and folk - and cooks it like no music composer. (PLE2754) one else - this is a savory, invigorating CD/DVD: 19.98 stew. (RIG048) CD: 15.97

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Amy Ray Prom Released on her own grassroots activist-based inde­ •* How COULD pendent label Daemon, Amy Ray dons taffeta and ife ANYONI tails and enlists Donna Dresch and Jody Bleyle (x- Team Dresch) along with Kate Schellenbach (x- Luscious Jackson) to create this 2005 release. When ••HUH Amy Ray is left to her own devices (sans Indigo Girl parnter, Emily) she completely rocks OUT! The expe­ rience of revisting, and perhaps rewriting, a queer youth's high school years begins with the absolutely delightful packaging of this CD showing the artist as every sort of teenage "type" known to secondary edu­ cation. The recording is a true "album" as well: the songs all speak to the theme and unfold the story. While the music is punk-influenced, those who like the mellower side of Amy should not be put off from Dar Williams -tffiffi- listening to this one - call it "one for the ages"! My Better Self Judy Collins (DAE19053) CD: 14.99 Dar's 2005 release is both political and personal, Portrait of an American Girl combining songs of love and hate with tales that illus­ Ani DiFranco About her first studio release in 10 years, Judy says, -ijfflj- trate some of the many social and environmental 'I can't tell you how excited I am about this. I don't Knuckle Down issues that Dar holds dear to her heart. Recorded in think I've ever made an album as good as this one.' The music on Ani's 2005 CD is as stunning as ever, Woodstock, it features guest artists Ani DiFranco and While her beloved classics In My Life, Who Knows packed with irresistible melodies, poignant lyrics, and Patty Larkin. (RAT82944) CD: 18.98 Where the Time Goes, Wildflowers and Judith are virtuoso performances. Through 12 new songs as pretty hard acts to follow, this 2005 release does have intricately crafted as short stories, she creates anoth­ Erin McKeown some equivalent tracks, an amazing accomplishment er unforgettable musical self-portrait of a woman com­ We Will Become Like Birds for a 66-year-old vocalist with her trademark range ing to grips with love's twists and turns, confronting and clarity. Not surprisingly, two of the most notable the legacy of her family, and learning to live on her Erin writes on her website that this 2005 recording "was made in New Orleans and was deeply affected are about a subject near and dear to her heart: the own terms. For the first time in her career she invited well-known How Can I Keep From Singing, and the a co- producer, singer-songwriter Joe Henry; she's in content, sound and magic by the people i met there and the city itself, in the last 6 months, i have said new original Singing Lessons - this one alone is worth also joined by guest musician Julie Wolf among oth­ the price of the disc. (WF1305) CD: 16.99 ers. (RIG042) CD: 15.97 over and over again how perfect a place the city was for me to make this record in. for me, it was the over­ riding memory of the entire experience: more than the Libby Roderick Carole King writing, more than the work, it was my joy at coming How Could Anyone The Living Room Tour (2-CD Set) to know the feeling of being in New Orleans that Perfect as a gift or an introduction to Libby's music, This cozy, inviting live 2-CD set will absolutely warm marked the time i put into this project, indeed, moving this 2005 release is a celebration of her best-loved, the hearts of Carole's old fans while also providing an to the city was something i was seriously considering most inspiring songs. Includes title track (of course!), amazing overview of her career as a popular song­ at the time of the hurricane." You can read more, and Rosa, Thinking Like a Mountain, Dancing in Front of writer! Although it was actually recorded at small the­ watch some film footage about making this at Erin's the Guns, Dig Down Deep, Lay It All Down and more. aters, it has the up-close, personal intimacy of a con­ website: www.erinmckeown.com (NET30418) CD: 16.97 The song How Could Anyone has traveled around the cert performed in one's living room. 21 tracks,-includ­ globe, been translated into many different languages, ing a few new songs, a golden-oldies medley, and all reprinted in numerous books (including Hometown by her major hits, sure to bring back a flood of memories Joan Armatrading -iWjfli- Live: All The Way From America •'•"r Pulitzer Prize winner Tracy Kidder), sung at the U.N. for baby boomers and more - all ages welcome! Conference in Beijing by thousands of NGO repre­ (RKGL6200) CD: 19.97 Recorded in her favorite environment - live in front of a theatre full of adoring fans - during her 2003 World sentatives, and used in every conceivable format and venue, from videos, films, and slide shows to hospi­ Cheryl Wheeler Tour! This 2004 release, featuring a collection of her •^Sftjb best-loved hits, showcases Joan as the consummate tals, prisons, kindergartens, marches, peace gather­ Defying Gravity entertainer she is: accomplished singer/songwriter, ings, weddings, funerals and shelters. Several years This much-anticipated 2005 release overflows with a guitarist and spellbinding storyteller. Songs include ago, Princess Diana was even spotted wearing a wealth of exquisitely crafted, powerfully resonant orig­ Love and Affection, Down to Zero, Rosie, Willow, "How Could Anyone" t-shirt to work out in the gym! inal songs. While her compositions have been Blessed, 16 in all. (SVJ17377) CD: 17.97 (TRT1006) CD: 16.97 recorded by a plethora of well-known artists, Cheryl's burnished alto, nimble guitar playing, and sly sense of Joan Baez -tfflty>- Peter, Paul & Mary humor insure that she will always be her own best The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary interpreter. Standout tracks, like the bittersweet Dark Chords on a Big Guitar A true and lasting survivor of the rise and fall of the One of the most enduring acts in American music, Summer's Almost Over, the aching opener Since Peter Paul And Mary both defined and transcended You've Been Gone, and the careful character study folk-revival movement of the 1960's, Joan offers her interpretations of songs by newer writers - artists the 1960's folk revival. The trio's passionate commit­ Alice, are defined equally by Wheeler's gifts as a ment to peace and social justice made them the con­ writer and performer. On the Plane and It's the coming out of folk-rock, alt-folk, contemporary Americana, and contemporized Old Time music. Most science of an era as they soulfully communicated Phone, both recorded live in concert at the now- political concerns through music in an unprecedented defunct Bottom Line in New York City, are priceless notable are songs by Gillian Welsh, Caitlin Cary and Steve Earle. We are glad to see vocal backing from way. At the same time that they reached millions with examples of Wheeler the satirist. Supporting artists their social message, they acheived phenomenal include Jonatha Brooke and Lucy Kaplansky. Taken Gail Ann Dorsey, a talented long-time back-up musi­ cian (a bassist, for one thing) who is lately making her mass popularity. This 2005 release contains 25 as a whole, this CD paints a portrait of a performer tracks, both live and studio, all audience favorites. and composer continuing to discover rewarding new solo vocalist mark in the pop-jazz arid women's music avenues in her finely-developed craft. (PH1240) CD: . scene. Joan demonstrates with this 2003 release that, (RH73161) CD: 18.98 if you stick around, 17.97 all genres come Tracy Chapman -jJSfe- around to you - in Where You Live Christine Lavin the history of folk jSflWjWF Vrtl For 2 decades, Tracy Chapman has been a truly Sometimes Mother Really Does Know Best music, anyhow. IK "*> »wf individual voice on the modern musical landscape, Posing such philosophical brain teasers as "How (K0C8622) CD: 17.97 charting and artistic path that owes nothing to trend many roads MUST a man walk down before they call and fashion, and everything to personal spirit, intel­ him a man?", and armed only with a guitar, a ligence, and integrity. An eloquent teller of stories Boomerang sampling device that multiplies and Joan Baez — that are at once deeply intimate and yet speak to delays Christine's vocals into harmonies and swirling Bowery Songs universal human concerns and a wider social con­ rounds, and a wry, mocking self-awareness and In 1962, Joan science, Chapman has created a body of work that boundless insight into contemporary culture... the released In has been as consistently compelling as it is honest Christine Lavin experience in concert is just as funny Concert, which and uncompromising. The artist describes the songs when heard at home. Lighten up and laugh for almost became one of the on this 2005 release as reflections about home, 75 minutes! (APR1079) CD: 17.97 most influential place and love. (EL83803) CD: 18.98 live albums of its Connie Kaldor ~V/j'r> era. Over 4 Wailin' Jennys -jjfflj- Sky With Nothing To Get In the Way ^*^ decades later, 40 Days Connie's long-awaited CD of all-new material is this 2005 release A "supergroup" from Winnipeg, Canada! These three released in 2005! She has has recorded 12 new captures one very special performance women, already capable solo acts, got together for songs with the same passion and insight that she has that is the perfect bookend to In Concert and one one concert only, but something exciting happened: demonstrated for more than 25 years. The title track which her fans are certain to embrace. Includes 4 great energy and a 2004 debut CD. The music is is vintage Connie, with a longing for that big prairie previously unrecorded songs much loved and folksy, rootsy, rocking...beautiful. Included are covers sky, where home is. With her television show Wood requested by her audience: Finlandia, Bob Dylan's (former Winnipeg resident Neil Young's Old Man), the River Hall and a recent Juno award for her Children's Seven Curses, Dink's Song, and Steve Earl's traditional Saucy Sailor (remember Steeleye Span's CD/book A Poodle In Paris, Connie's profile is rising. Jerusalem ... plus favorites like Farewell Angelina, It's version?), as well as their own compositions This is lucky 13 for the many fans of this well-loved All Over Now Baby Blue, Joe Hill and Silver Dagger. (RHR177) CD: 17.97 Canadian songwriter. (COY1035) CD: 16.99 (KOC5714) CD: 17.97

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Emmylou Harris "WJir Ani Williams ^Sjffl** The Very Best of: Heartaches & Highways Magdalene's Gift CDAGD&Lt-we's izipr This 2005 release is the first-ever comprehensive 'Scarlet Woman, penitent sinner, single disc best-of album from one of music's all-time Sister-Bride, whore, Black master interpreters of American roots music and a Madonna, high Priestess of Isis, noted songwriter. Mistress of the Elements, Beloved This retrospective wife of Jesus, favored disciple, contains 20 tracks Mary of Bethany, Miriam of spanning from Magdala, Magdal-eder, the tower- 1974-2005 includ­ stronghold, Daughter of Sion', ing a number of Maria-Sophia, are just some of the her most noteable titles and attributes accorded to duets (Dolly me. I have been described as Parton, Linda 'beauty consuming itself like Ronsdadt, Roy incense, far from the eyes of men', Orbison) as well troubadours have sung of the fruit AMI WllUMPft, as the previously of my womb, the Sangraal, the liv­ unreleased The ing Grail mysteries and the blood­ Connection. A line of Jesus-. Yet do they have any idea of the end­ less years of my intense spiritual grooming and my must have for any Shelley Graff fan! (RH73123)CD: ensuing ministry? I am calling out now, for my true essence to come forth... for beauty and truth shall Fire On the Arrow 18.97 save the world.' ... This sensual music, honoring the This 2005 release - inspired by, and a loving and lost feminine chord in the song of Beloved, features gorgeous tribute to, the living spirit of Kay Gardner - Kathy Mattea Middle Eastern tonalities.with harp, voice, violin, gui­ features contributions from Womyn With Wings, Right Out of Nowhere tar, tabla and cymbals. (WW2004) CD: 16.98 Colleen Fitzgerald (Kay's surviving partner), Ruth This Grammy-winner presents her most personal - Barrett, Columbus Singing in Sacred Circle, and and most daring - album for 2005. Digging deep and many others. Shelley honors Kay's vision of empow­ drawing inspiration from her own life, Kathy's choice Jennifer Berezan -jfife- ering women to use their voices to heal themselves of covers and originals are sung with rare strength End of Desire and to change the world: "Through remembering and emotion that will resonate with her legions of To bring about the end of desire in Eastern medita­ ancient sounds of motherlove, each woman's voice devoted fans. Includes Gimme Shelter, Wade In the tive traditions one sits still, paying attention to exactly can weave a journey of transformation." Includes Water and more. (NA75736) CD: 16.98 what is in the moment. However, we could hardly Sacred Women, Goddess Dreams, Magic In, You're WAIT for this new release - much less, sit still! This Not Alone, 18 total: all songs are originals by Shelley. Loretta Lynn -jjffij- 2005 collection (originally intended to be released Many are performed as harmony/choral arrange­ Van Lear Rose under the title River) reflects Jennifer's rich singer- ments, making this collection a source for circles and songwriter heritage. Features guest backup vocals by choirs. Recommended! (OMA1) CD: 16.97 At 70, Loretta Lynn is a living legend. Here she Emily Saliers (Indigo Girls), Linda Tillery, Bruce proves why she deserves trtet distinction: she stays Cockburn, and more, as well as a band that includes Singh Kaur / Kim Robertson with who she is, but she is dynamic. Jack White of Jami Sieber, Nina Gerber and Julie Wolf. In -ifflffi- the White Stripes, from the alternative rock scene, Jennifer's words, "These incredible guests have Crimson Collection: Vol. 1 & 2 produces and performs, and it shows, but Loretta helped transform each song into a work of art. The This unique recording for healing, with celestial wrote every song, and from the heart, as usual. And arrangements weave a variety of styles: folk, rock, vocals by Singh Kaur, and Celtic harp and keyboards how does she sound at 70 years? Great! A 'Slipper chant and pop into a gorgeous musical tapestry that by Kim Robertson, consists of 2 extended chants, in favorite! (INT25130) CD: 15.99 is heart achingly beautiful, transcendent and rooted." which the same phrase is sung over and over . . . (EOW18) CD: 16.97 with some of the most gorgeous music ever heard, Mary Gauthier -jJ5Jj- and which truly uses some power to transport the lis­ tener into a serene state. The chants contained Mercy Now Laura Powers -iQSj- Mary s songwriting is a direct reflection of personal herein have always been among Ladyslipper's life experiences; she has beaten back demons, Code of the Goddess favorites, thankfully once again available. The first learned from the streets, hit rock bottom and risen This 2004 release is a meditation and musical explo­ volume, Guru Ram Das, induces a healing state of from the ashes - all before writing her first song at ration of themes of consciousness: in the ancient scriptures the phrase is age 35. The first track on this 2005 release (her 4th), feminine spirituality said to strengthen the connection with the inner spirit Falling Out of Love, creeps all over the listener in inspired by "The Da and to aid in the development of a sense of purpose a familiar but haunting way and soon you'll find Vinci Code," featur­ and guidance. The second volume, Moot Mantra, is that Mary's just getting started on you, exposing ing favorite past designed to open the heart. This chant will gently her heartfelt, soul-wrenching themes. These are work plus new remove the problems of the day and free the blues devoid of blaming any "my man scoundrel" material from the resources of the spirit, which becomes relaxed, (though you get fair mention of bra's, daddies and creator of the graceful and radiant with dignity and success sisters). Rather, Mary turns her insides out, gently Legends of the assured. Highly recommended! (INV308) CD: 16.98 chiding herself as a lover with shortcomings - and Goddess CD trilo­ gy. Honoring she takes the outside in, noting the world's need for Wendy Rule & Gary Stadler -iJTJj- mercy across family, church, country, and society greatness of the human spirit, Deep Within a Faerie Forest right down to each and all of- us, really. If you like Wendy is an acclaimed Wiccan Australian vocalist, Lucinda Williams, you are going to like Mary these songs reflect on the known for her fusion of music, poetry, mythology and Gauthier. Moreover, if you are needing a place to spirituality. On her first domestic release, she joins thoroughly explore your blues ruminations, get with spiritual journey and humanity's multi-instrumentalist Gary Stadler and Celtic harpist Mary. (LOS64168) CD: 15.99 quest for the Lisa Lynne to invite us into an ancient Celtic Faerie ultimate truth. enchanted forest. This 2004 enhanced CD, with both Mindy Smith -jfflSj- (RHP0336) CD: 16.97 regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files, One Moment More includes the magical mystical The Lake Isle of Mindy's been getting well-deserved attention ever Lisa Thiel Inisfree, which combines Wendy's vocals with uil- -iflaffi- leann pipes and a Yeats poem. Thoroughly captivat­ since her rendition of Jolene on the Dolly Parton trib­ Circle of the Seasons ute album Just Because I'm a Woman. Hanging out ing pagan fare. (SEQ116) CD: 16.99 with Dolly, and having Dolly hanging out back with This gorgeous collection is one of Lisa's best to you, has got to be a good thing for any emerging date, and is a favorite around the Ladyslipper office! artist. Mindy has a way with a song - effortless, but Her 2005 recording of music for healing and ritual is compelling storytelling - soothing, and heartbreak­ an innovative, musical portrayal of the Celtic Wheel of ing, each at the right moment. (VAN79736) CD: 15.97 the Year, a timeless and profound paradigm of the cycles of life. With all new songs for each Sacred Classical Holiday, this work represents a culmination of 20 Nanci Griffith -iSfe- years of Lisa's experiences following this ancient Hearts in Mind path. Featuring beautiful instrumentation including Mediaeval Baebes This 2005 collection is dedicated to the memory of pipes, Irish cittern, silver flute, Gypsy bouzouki, viola Mirabilis every soldier and every civilian lost to the horrors of and violin, this work is captivating with its magical Whether or not you're already a fan, of this contem­ war. An uncompromising, unflinching look at war and sounds and deeply inspiring lyrics. Very highly rec­ porary yet Mediaeval 8-woman ensemble, we urge an ultimately hopeful look at love, Nanci wrote or co- ommended! (SD8) CD: 15.98 you to check out their excellent 2005 collection: the wrote eight of the 13 tracks. Continuing the proud sound is crisper, clearer, more harmonic, more folksinger tradition of reflecting on current events, Shawna Carol evocative, and overall of higher production value than Heart Of Indochine and Old Hanoi echo her recent •tfSfyk Gaia Rocks their previous work. They again draw fascinating travels to Indochina with the Vietnam Veterans of material from varied mediaeval repertoires, in this America Foundation. Her anti-war stance also rever­ This 2005 folk/rock CD shows us another side of the artist who gave us Goddess Chant. Opening with case old Latin, Gaelic, English, Scottish and Swedish berates in Big Blue Ball Of War and A Simple Life. repertoires, incorporating period instrumentation Songwriter Julie Gold (whose Grammy winning From Bless Our Planet, an anthem designed to replace God Bless America, it also includes her outrageous along with modern - including percussion and cymbal A Distance was first recorded by Nanci) contributes samples from the Viennese Symphonic Library. Mountain Of Sorrow, an emotional reaction to looking song about the "virgin" ~ Mary Did It And She Dug It... a reggae plea for ending the war on drugs... and These Baebes are frequent performers at various outside her New York City window on 9-11 and European Wiccan festivals, such as WitchFest watching the terror unfold at the World Trade towers. a love song co-written with her partner. Sweet and sassy makes great driving music. (SPS1006) CD: 15.98 International. Recommended! (NET30415) CD: 17.97 (NDR3669) CD: 15.99 NEW & RECENT ADDITIONS Visit www.ladyslipper.org for 15,000+ titles! Ladyslipper Catalog 9 Sweel Honey In TTie Rock: Blues * Jazz * Divas

Jane Olivor -fJJBi- Safe Return Somewhere between Judy Garland and Laura Nyro, there came Jane, who overcame a serious bout of stagefright to become an extraordinary balladeer and 1 performer. This jam-packed 29-track 2004 CD VMfflTfffSif !*! includes all the songs best loved by her fans plus new material, all recorded at a live show. (IEA417) CD: 17.97

Lea DeLaria -traty*- Double Standards While Lea's early independent albums are still cult favorites, these days you can chalk up her massive African Heritage Choral * Acappella appeal to her astounding vocal prowess, not just to cultural trailblazing or impeccable comic timing. This Amasong all-music 2005 release features a brilliant selection of Sweet Honey in the Rock 4f6fc- rock classics given the jazz treatment. Backed by a Raise Your Voice (Soundtrack CD) ^'••^ Laulu Voim: The Power of Song stellar cast, she delivers surprise after surprise, cov­ In 2003 acclaimed filmmaker Stanley Nelson docu­ Amasong's 2003-release features music from 14 ering songs such as Blondie's Call Me, Patti Smith's mented Sweet Honey's activities, ranging from countries in 23 languages. Estonia, Brazil, China, Dancing Barefoot, and The Doors' People Are rehearsals to tour bus trips to events in their daily Afghanistan, Finland, Quaker, Scottish, Jewish ... Strange. (TEL85509) CD: 17.98 _^^_ lives to their concert stage performances — first Let's just say these women have pushed themselves considerably in mastering and presenting such broadcast on PBS, now available on DVD! This 2005 Nnenna Freelon release serves as the narrative of the story for the breadth of music! Include* are two original works commissioned in honor of Amasong's 10th anniver­ Blueprint of a Lady: Sketches of Billie... film, while giving listeners a taste of the magnificent There is no other Billie Holiday tribute like this 2005 and unique experience of a Sweet Honey concert. sary, and a moving version of Bobby McFerrin's 23rd Psalm, dedicated to his mother. (AMA0304) CD: 16.97 release, and conceivably no artist better suited to Highlights include Fulani Chant, Joan Little, In the honor the living legacy of Billie Holiday than the Morning When I Rise, and the showstopper Ballad of always creative, always vivacious Nnenna Freelon. the Broken Word. For those accustomed to hearing MUSE - Cincinnati Women's Choir -jflSto. Growing Into Our Roots lijir Starting with songs associated with Billie Holiday as a the ensemble's pure acappella sound, this song will basic musical blueprint and point of departure, be a treat since it incorporates musical instruments! In The 20 songs on this 2005 well-produced choral CD Nnenna creates passionate musical sketches that are addition, it features gospel hymns and congregational are a marvelous reflection on where we've been, and colorful, uniquely personal, and fully in the present songs. (EB76422) CD: 16.98 what we are about in the Women's Music Movement. moment, making each "Lady song" uniquely her own. The chorus's selections demonstrate strong influ­ Underscoring the truth that Lady Day's musical legacy ences on them by artists (and teachers) such as is every bit as relevant today as it ever was, Nnenna's Ysaye Barnwell, Bernice Johnson Reagon, Holly inspired homage at ortce honors without imitating, Near, Terese Edell - and more! MUSE also and looks back respectfully while propelling the music Celtic shows her versatility by including many songs of forward with unbridled creativity. The uncompromising women from around the world. (MU880) CD: 16.98 and innovative Billie Holiday would have wanted it that way. (CJ2289) CD: 18.97 Ya Elah -jJJSi- Maggie Sansone Each of Us Shemekia Copeland -jWJj- Mystic Dance: A Kitka fans, take note! From one of Kitka's The Soul Truth Celtic Celebration founders comes this new ensemble with more of This 2005 album from a prolific young blueswoman is Ancient dances ... the wonderful music that embraces a listener in a musically steeped in the spirit of classic Memphis soul Persian improvisations swirl of sound and spirit. Ya Elah's music com­ yet is lyrically up-to-the-minute. It features ... Gaelic airs, jigs, bines the sacred texts, prayers and chants of Shemekia's powerful, emotional vocals over a blister­ reels and procession­ Jewish and many other ancient traditions, with ing band with horns punching in all the right places - als from ancient Celtic lush choral music and Middle Eastern instru­ a true tour-de-force of rock, soul and blues. (ALL4905) lands... music for a ments, to illuminate the beauty, mystery, and CD: 16.98 Celtic wedding (5 power of the world's diverse spiritual paths. tracks entitled The Celtic Wedding Sel)... 13th centu­ There are even delightful surprises, such as the Various Artists -fffljjr ry medieval music by French and German composers most finger-snapping rendition of the Hare Krishna Sirens of Swing (2-CD Set) chant we have ever heard. And their closing composi­ of courtly love. This 2004 recording is a joyous and Big band fans, this set was made for you: 20 Great upbeat melding of Irish and Persian influences - via tion blends a Hebrew Psalm with text from the Koran, to foster healing, peace and unity. (YE001) CD: 16.99 Songs of the '30s and '40s, some of the most clas­ two surprisingly similar instruments from these sic ever recorded, from Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, diverse traditions: the hammered dulcimer and the Dinah Washington, Anita O'Day, Lena Home, Doris santur/santoor. Sue Richards accompanies on Celtic Day, Peggy Lee and more. (CMP5995) CD: 14.99 harp, and Robin Bullock on guitar and mandolin. (MM111) CD: 15.98 j*»- Compilations for Various Artists W|>- The Ultimate Diva Collection Any collection of songs and divas labelled "the ulti­ Various Cool Causes mate" is bound to garner suspicion, but survey, if you Artists will, some of the 16 artists here and you may suspect Celtic Circle this IS the One! Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Nina (2-CD Set) Various Artists Simone, Carmen McRae, Etta James, Peggy Lee, Already an Love Rocks (2-CD Set) Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington & more... From international On this 2005 2-CD collection of songs, 32 incredible How High the Moon to It Don't Mean A Thing (If It success story ever-lovin' artists have joined forces to spread the Ain't Got That Swing), you will want to sing along on with Platinum message that commitment between two people nearly every track - ultimately, making a diva out of and Gold should be treated with dignity, respect, and equality - you! (VRV000116) CD: 15.99 records across and to celebrate love and commitment regardless of Europe, this sexual orientation or gender identity. 100% of net pro­ specially-priced ceeds from the album will benefit the Human Rights 2-CD set con­ Campaign's work. Features Melissa Etheridge, Dido, Gospel tains over 2 Dolly Parton, Oleta Adams, Yoko Ono, Carole King, Hours of Music! Kinnie Starr, Emmylou Harris, Dixie Chicks and more! In addition to (CEN30087) CD: 19.98 Iris DeMent -iflS%- featuring tracks from Loreena McKennitt, Enya, Lifeline 11311 Sinead O'Connor, Karen Matheson, Clannad, Annie Possessing one of the most beautiful and instantly Haslam, Anuna & others, it showcases mystical identifiable voices in recorded history, Iris returns movie themes from The Lord of the Rings, after 8 years with an extraordinary 2004 album of Braveheart, Mists of Avalon and Harry Potter. Comedy * Spoken gospel songs. Known best for songs in the traditional/ (WH54888) CD: 19.97 folk/ country vein, her sheer skill easily allows her to transcend genres and categorization. The material Various Artists ifflSp- Lily Tomlin ^^^ springs from memories of her youth -- time spent Celtic Circle 2 (2-CD Set) Best of Lily Tomlin: Millennium Collection singing gospel as a young child. Containing 12 stan­ For more of the best contemporary Celtic music, Your favorite characters such as Edith Anne, dards and one brand-new original, this is an inspira­ you'll want this 2004 follow-up to the first volume. This Ernestine the telephone operator, Mrs. Judith tional record filled with amazing passion and convic­ impressive 2-CD collection includes a duet featuring Beasley, and Suzy Sorority come to life once again tion. While the emphasis may be on traditional gospel Susan McKeown & Natalie Merchant, plus tracks from on this 2003 CD of Lily Tomlin classics, which con­ standards, the focus, as on all of Iris' albums, is her Cherish the Ladies, Sarah McLachlan, Mary tains tracks rescued from 3 out-of-print LP's from the pure, evocative vocal style. Longtime fans will recog­ McLaughlin, Maire Brennan, Clannad, Aine Minogue, 1970's: This Is a Recording, And That's the Truth, nize the unmistakable voice they have loved through & more! (BMG 64590) CD: 19.97 and Modem Scream. 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Adrienne Torf Alix Olson Cris Williamson Two Hands Open Built Like That The Changer and the Changed In addition to her notoriety as long-time collaborator This award-winning spoken word There is good reason that this 1975 release is hands- with June Jordan as well as amazing accompanist to performer and poet's debut CD down the #1 seller in Women's Music — there will Holly Near, this pianist/ composer graces us with her treats us to collaborations with two never be another album like this — solo piano works of art on this 2003 release. (ABT614) of our favorite artists, Pamela and it set the tone for a decade of CD: 16.97 Means and Catie Curtis. Alix's a new genre of music. It contains commentary on the current socio­ classics such as Waterfall, Song of Alive! political climate is honest, contro­ the Soul, Dream Child of Desire. If Always Alivel 1976-1986 versial, and thought-provoking. you haven't heard it, we predict In 1998 the quintet gathered for a performing reunion We laugh at her description of our you'll love it, and urge you to take at the National Women's Music Festival (where they movement as "amazons our word! Perfect gift for all sorts of played one of their first festival gigs ever, in 1977)... sans.com"... and we concur with friends & relatives. (OL904) CD: 16.97 This 1998 CD release, from one of the world's finest Alison Bechdel (creator of Dykes women's jazz groups, finally compiles many of their To Watch Out For) that Alix is Cris Williamson -jJJJj- best tracks from their 3 earlier titles Alivel, Call It "a red-hot, fire-bellied, feminis- Real Deal Jazz and City Life: Spirit Healer, Yemaya, Wild mo-spewin' volcano. Plus she In the works as we go to press, this Women Don't Get the Blues, Willing, Step By Step, rhymes. Listen to her now." recording of all-original new tunes is Heaven Is In Your Mind, 14 in all, 77 minutes of (FTF01) CD: 16.97 scheduled for early 2005 but might Alive! music. (ALV7686) CD: 15.98 squeak through in time for holidays '04! Alix Olson — (WM5406) CD: 16.97 Alix Dobkin Independence Meal Yahoo Australia! Live from Sydney Alix Olson is one part spoken word, one part peace Cris Williamson -jJJJj- This wonderful release was recorded live in concert rally, one part protest: on the road 300 days a year, Strange Paradise when Alix toured the world's oldest continent in she's a travelling folk poet and feminist force to be Much to the delight of her many fans, the long out-of- January of 1990. Uniting Alix's identity as a world reckoned with. Alix's 2003 poetry release on her print follow-up to Changer and the Changed is finally folksinger (that's how she began her career, before Subtle Sister label is chock full of brand new tracks, available on CD. If you don't know her work by now, she came out) as well as one of the most lesbian- with assistance from musical greats like Pamela this is a good place to start appreciating the many affirming musicians performing today, it includes Means, Ubaka Hill, Lyndell Montgomery (of Ember facets of her deep musical and poetic sensibilities. In Yahoo Australia, Women of Ireland, Women Singing Swift's band), and Alix Dobkin. (FTF02) CD: 16.97 addition to the haunting title track, it contains classi­ in Zimbabwe, plus Lesbian Code, Intimacy, cally beautiful ballads such as Native Dancer as well Shameless Hussies, The Girls Want To Be With the Bitch and Animal -Bonnie Raitt on slide gui­ favorites for years). Simply produced, it's an intimate This 2003 release is packed with their inimitable mix tar - speaking always of Nature and Spirit and experience with Alix and her guitar, humor, honesty, of poetry, performance art, and percussion - along Mystery. We consider this recording musically on par warmth and love, and a moving celebration of the with the world's first hiphop tribute to croquet! To with Changer yet some songs (not all) darker and world-wide community of women. Very highly recom­ record this album, they sequestered themselves in a more haunting in lyric and melody. Like Changer, it mended! (WWA006) Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: 15.98 house in the country, connected with nature, and features the musical contributions of June Millington played croquet until their arms were sore. With the and Jackie Robbins; and here, this trio af talents once Alix Dobkin help of co-producer June Millington, they effectively again evokes the musical magic. In our opinion it's tove & Politics: A 30 Year Saga channeled the energetic vibes and hilarious antics of one of Cris' best ever. (WM0921) CD: 16.97 Basically a Best of Alix collection, this 70-minute their live shows. The serenity of rural life had an obvi­ summer 1992 release documents Alix's life in song- ous effect; it successfully captures everything from Cris Williamson "ifijj- writing — and the landmarks of her life which inspired the sweetness of an evening country breeze to the Replay those songs. It's well balanced, with 20 songs span­ unchecked chaos of the barnyard. (RIG031) CD: 15.97 Twelve songs from 2 previous recordings... in a new ning 1962-1992: six generic love songs, six specific configuration. Play them again... listen with fresh love songs, six political analysis songs, and two The Butchies •j&ftt appreciation... let these songs gather around your life "inspirational," one generic and one specific. In addi­ Make Yr Life in a new way... in a RePlay. These Cris-penned origi­ tion to some of everyone's favorites, she includes a The Butchies are 3 cool women from Durham, NC nal, from the Cris & Tret duo albums Radio Quiet and brand-new recording of the previously unreleased, who make fine power pop. The trio nods to the old Between the Covers, feature Cris on main vocals, very controversial My Lesbian Wars... plus a 1970 school punk rock of The Ramones, Blondie, Patti with Tret on supporting vocals. (WM5404) CD: 16.97 pre-lesbian recording of Shinin' Through (which Smith, 999, etc... while still sounding very right here gives great perspective on her jour­ and now. This 2004 recording boasts 10 totally Cris Williamson ney — one that parallels nspired tracks kicking off with a bona fida single. that of many Best of Cris Williamson Send Me You, featuring a chorus that you won't soon Special long-playing 17-song late-1990 release — lesbian-femi­ forget. Other standouts include the urgent title track, nists). This basically, a double-length album, chosen from her the classic indie-rocker She's So Lovely and the large discography. Both a wonderful introduction to release coin­ haunting slow-down of Everything & Everywhere. cides with her those not familiar with one of the most successful first year off the Accentuated by undeniably electric, not-to-be-missed artists in independent music, and a nostalgic reunion road in eons, live shows honed over much time spent on the road for long-time fans. Includes some of her most making it especial­ and a great new long player, The Butchies are a woman-identified material — Sweef Woman, Sister, ly precious! force to be reckoned with. (YEP2066) CD: 15.97 Joanna, Surrender Dorothy — and many others of her Includes The best ever, such as Waterfall, Soaring, Strange Woman In Your Cris Williamson Paradise. (OL959) CD: 16.97 Life, Amazon ABC, Ashes Lesbian Code, Over This 2001 release has been compared by some Cris Williamson the Banks, Some critics to Changer and the Changed, even Prairie Fire Boys, Crushes, 14 before it's out; and Cris considers these songs This classic album of pioneering spirits and western more. Absolutely rec­ the best she has ever written to date. Following expanses is fortunately released on CD in 1998. ommended! (WWA007) the loss of a 20-year relationship, the album tracks Highlights include the driving sounds of the title track, Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: her passage through grief and into healing and light, the reggae of Colorado Dustbowl Days, and the 15.98 like the proverbial Phoenix Rising ... Contributors visionary rock of Tsunami (a Japanese word for new include Bonnie Raitt on Cry, Cry, Cry, plus Teresa wave!). Bassist Carrie Barton and drummer Cam Alix Dobkin, Kay Gardner Trull, Linda Tillery, Vicki Randle, Nina Gerber, Davis underscore the sound with a top-notch, tight Barbara Higbie, and Jami Sieber. With talent like this, rhythm. (OL941) CD: 16.97 Living with Lavender Jane how can you go wrong? (WM5403) CD: 16.97 At long last, releasing in winter '97: two absolute and essential Women's Music classics on a single, dou­ Cris Williamson ble-length CD! Lavender Jane Loves Women, with­ Cris Williamson Blue Rider in weeks of its 1973 release, swept women off fences Circle of Friends: Cris Live... This 1982 classic album features rich vocals, mellow and out of closets. With delight and disbelief, they This live recording of the 15th Anniversary of the rock and balladry, with string arrangements by Mary passed the records from hand to hand, or sent them Changer and the Changed show, as performed in Watkins. Includes Lucille, featuring Bonnie Raitt on speeding across oceans and continents. 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This Dreamchiid, Sister, Song of the Soul — as well as Cris Williamson appearance of women-centered culture signalled the previously unrecorded songs from Cris' early reper­ toire: If It Weren't For the Music (well, it was released, Wolf Moon end of women's historical isolation and silence, and This varied selection of songs has one common provided structures to voice the exuberant spirit and but'only on a 45 rpm), Circle of Friends, Sisters of Mercy, Olivia, Millworker, Hey Good Lookin', and thread - a wolf theme running throughout! - from The outlaw perspective of an idea long overdue. You've Run of the Wolf, a poignant dedication to Kate Wolf, been needing to replace that vinyl anyway — treat more. A wonderful way to remember and to honor the album and the era. 72 minutes long. (OL963) CD: to the love song Home Free ('no longer the lone yourself and loved ones to this piece of Herstory! wolf...) to title song about listening to Wolfman Jack's (WWA001/2) CD: 15.98 16.97 radio show! 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Listeners can hear the ers of the Women's Music Movement: marvelous influence these two artists and activists her round robins at the early women's (each in her own different way) have had on one music festivals helped foster the newly another. This is an album for the ages, and highly emerging phenomenon as a participa­ recommended, of course! (HNC6201)CD: 16.97 tory network, rather than a group of performers playing to a passive audience. We lost Cris Williamson & Meg Christian Ginni in 2002, but are glad her music lives on. Meg/Cris at Carnegie Hall (2-Set) Especially for her long-time friends and fans, this stu­ A deluxe double volume of the entire herstory-mak- Deidre McCalla -fMj^t- dio-produced cassette recording includes originals as ing Carnegie Hall performance of Nov. 1982, which well as tunes by Billie Holiday, Ma Rainey, Chubby Playing For Keeps Checker and more. Musicians include Margie Adam celebrated Olivia's 10th anniversary. Some of the We cherish recordings like Deidre's 2003 release highlights include the Cris-Meg duo Anniversary on piano and Carolyn Brandy on congas. Limited because they ring out everything wonderful and quantity! (GNC2) Cassette: 2.99 Song, Cris' Texas Ruby Red, Meg's rendition of Betsy enduring in the Women's Music Movement.' Deidre's Rose's tribute to herself and all of us, Glad to Be a music remains vitally critical of patriarchal power, Woman, and Vicki Randle and Linda Tillery's knock­ fiercely loving of women, children and the earth, and Gwen Avery out vocals on Ain't No Mountain High Enough. Lots of tenderly considerate of her roots and lifelong devo­ Sugar Mama new material plus a medley of favorite oldies. The tions. These songs pour out in a pristine, blood-thick 2000 has brought us fabulous releases from some of CD is one volume and contains all but 2 selections. current. Gathered here are some of our favorite the original Women's Music greats: Mary Watkins, (SW933) CD: 16.97 Women's Music figures, too. Among them, Theresa Woody Simmons, Holly Near... and now vocalist/ key­ Trull acted as producer, Linda Tillery blessed this pro­ boardist/ songwriter Gwen Avery! Among her claims Cris Williamson & Teresa Trull ject throughly with her musicianship, and friends Nina to fame from the Women's Music World of the mid- Country Blessed Gerber, Vicki Randle and Barbara Higbie sat in with 70's: her hit song, the out-and-proud Sugar Mama A high-powered recording featuring two of the best! others. (MRK3050) CD: 16.97 from the pivotal Olivia compilation Lesbian Their strong voices intertwine on both upbeat songs Concentrate (newly recorded for this album), plus and ballads — with a touch of country. Includes Cris' Ember Swift contributions to Mary Watkin's LP Something Mother, Mother, written about a child with AIDS, -tjljljo- Moving. Expertly produced by Linda Tillery, this CD Disarming also features classic blues tracks like Thrill Is Gone; which many of you will recognize from Olivia's 15th Would you like more politics with your music, or more Anniversary concert tour; Calamity Jane, "goodtime great gospel songs like Thomas A. Dorsey's Precious good music with your politics? Well, here's a full ear Lord, Take My Hand; the contemporary folk of cowgirl romp;" and the glorious blessed title track. for you, either way! With energy, insight and a great Several songs represent stylistic departures, particu­ Leonard Cohen's Suzanne; the balladry of Georgia range of musical talent, Ember and collaborator On My Mind; Nina Simone's jazzy Sugar in My Bowl; larly for Cris as interpreter of other writers' material, Lyndell Montgomery demonstrate any variety of genre stretching her talents in new and refreshing ways... and 6 soulful and woman-identified originals. Very from "hip-hop-infused politi-pop" to "sunny, glint-o'- recommended! (SMM1) Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: 16.98 and proving, once again, Teresa's superb skill as pro­ gospel soul-funk" to "reggae-driven pop quiz" to "con­ ducer and presumably A&R ("artist & repertoire") scientious carnivalesque French caberet" and more. woman. Highly recommended for old and new fans Songs shed light on issues such as globalization, Heather Bishop alike! 1989. (SW22013) CD: 16.97 consumer awareness, food politics, disengaging from Live capitalist greed, feminism, queer politics, racism, This 2000 live recording will delight long-time fans as Cris Williamson & Tret Fure environmentalism. Ember is fabulous live, and this well as draw new listeners in with clever lyrics and Between the Covers studio recording equals that vibe! (EMS0404) CD: 16.98 strong, rich vocals. Highlights include Heather's On this collection of originals, Cris and Tret traverse impressive yodeling in / Want to be a Cowgirl the musical map: joyful rockers and poignant ballads Ferron Sweetheart, the taunting, sexy Whisper Talk; and The mix with reggae, folk, and steamy rhythms. Recorded Inside Out... The IMA Sessions Letter, which tells a story heartwrenching in its famil­ at the innovative Institute for Musical Arts in '96, it Fun with a capital "F"... Ferron does covers! This iarity. The opening track. Aging Grace is a hilarious features crisp production, stellar vocals, commanding late spring '99 release contains some of the sassiest confession of what it's like to grow older. This album lyrics and electrifying melodies. Standouts include the renditions of really great songs many of us boomers is a guaranteed good time! (MOP012) CD: 16.98 title track, Please Say, Positive Solution, and the con­ grew up with: Different Drum, Walk cert fave, New Year's. (WM5401) CD: 15.97 Away Renee, Don't Worry Heather Bishop Baby, Needles Tribute to Peggy Lee ijjjl- Cris Williamson & Tret Fure and Pins, I Feel Take a trip down memory lane with Heather as she Postcards From Paradise Fine, Town brings new life to the songs made famous by Peggy On this 1993 collaborative effort from two of the best- Without Pity, What Lee. In this portrayal of a great singer's life. Heather loved artists in women's music, evocative songwriting Becomes of the successfully captures the essence of Peggy Lee and stirring vocals challenge us to live in peace, Brokenhearted... through her music, while skillfully weaving vignettes honor the earth and love each other. About half the Ferron and some of of Peggy's life throughout. She brings us all our tracks are duets; most of the rest feature Cris on lead San Francisco's favourite songs from almost four decades of music, vocals, and Tret provides lead vocals on two. finest musical talent on this 2003 EP. (MOP013) CD: 11.99 Includes Living On and The Best Interests of the decided to go back Children, on which Cris and Tret are joined by and claim those Heather Bishop Michael Callen, the "Diva" and former member of the songs, and they Old New Borrowed Blue Flirtations. Also includes Little World Spinning Blue, accomplished their This 1992 compilation has all of these elements! The Stones From Helen's Field, Garden Ring, mission; so dance OLD: 2 or 3 selections from each of Heather's Dreamboat (Rivers of Heaven), My Father's Hands, along, laugh along albums for adults: Walk That Edge, A Taste of and more. (OL971) CD: 16.97 and sing along, this is the Blues, I Love Women Who Laugh, pure enjoyment! Celebration, and Grandmother's Song. She's Deidre McCalla (IMA0001) CD: 16.97 included favorites she has written, like If You Love Everyday Heroes & Heroines Freedom. NEW: 5 newly-recorded songs, including This long-awaited 1992 release — beautifully pro­ Ferron Ancient Cry and Yes To Life. BORROWED: songs duced by Teresa Trull — demonstrates this singer/ Impressionistic Ferron (2-CD Set) like Did Jesus Have a Baby Sister? and Nothing Like songwriter's exceptional talent again with bright, ener­ 30 years, 30 songs, under 30 bucks... This 2000- the Freedom. BLUE: Do I Move You?, and more. 19 getic material. The title track is a foot-stomping, song essential retrospective contains not only all the songs, about 70 minutes in length, and timely since good-time country tune, and the others reach from best tracks from the currently-unavailable Testimony her early albums are going out of print; lots of her love lost to social criticism. Includes All Over the (title track, Misty Mountain, Almost Kissed), but lots of best work here; very recommended of course! World: Outside; Girl You Don't Know; Blessings; Sing tracks from her out-of-print Warner Brothers titles to (MOP009) CD: 16.98 Me To Sleep. Highly recommended! (OL965) CD: 16.97 which she has finally been able to buy the rights and release here herself. From Still Riot, title track, Alice Holly Near Deidre McCalla Says Yes, Venus as Appearances, I Am Hungry, The Early Warnings With a Little Luck Chosen Ones... From Driver. Maya... from Phantom This early 2002 collection finally re-releases songs ...and a ton of talent! With a voice like silk and a Center. Harmless Love, My My, Stand Up... and from 2 of Holly's heretofore out-of-print back catalog presence that conveys vulnerability, honesty and some Shadows on a Dime highlights as well, such titles: Watch Out - never before available on CD, quiet strength, Deidre has developed a devoted lis- as Snowin' in Brooklyn, I Never Was To Africa, Proud recorded in 1984 with members of the great folk quar­ tenership of thousands. Her second album (1987) is Crowd. Enclosed is a 24-page book that tells a bit tet Trapezoid, chock full of pro-peace songs like T7ie even better that her first, from the irrepressible cele­ about the landscape around each song. Neither she Meek Are Getting Ready, War of the Flea and title bratory exuberance of All Day Always (bound to nor we would suggest that anyone ought to listen to a track - and Sky Dances (1989). We are thrilled to become a classic), to her pursuit of a woman in double Ferron CD all at one sitting; but there's see some of her incomparable work of the past Would You Like to Dance, to a vocal duet with Teresa enough on here for hours, days, months and years decades finally become available again and know her Trull that's just too hot for words...Recommended! worth of layered discovery. Highly recommended! fans will feel the same way. (APR1056) CD: 17.97 (OL953) CD: 16.97 (CW10) CD: 24.98

14 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@ladyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Holly Near -jJSJj- Crushed: The Love Song Collection This 2002 CD re-releases many of Holly's best-loved love songs over the years. Songs are taken from pre­ viously recorded albums including Don't Hold Back, Fire in the Rain, Speed of Light, Sky Dances and Watch Outl Good thing that her back catalog is final­ ly making its way back into print. (CTM0006) CD: 18.98

Holly Near -ffljfe- And Still We Sing: Outspoken Collection This 2002 double CD brings together many of Holly's best-loved political songs from previous recordings such as A Live Album, Sky Dances, and Fire in the Rain. Disc one mostly includes work done in the recording studio, while disc two primarily features live performances. Among the favorites here are It Could Holly Near & Jasmine (2-CD Set) "*B3«p' Have Been Me, No More Genocide, Foolish Notion, I If you can only purchase a few Got Trouble. Recommended! (CTM0005) CD: 25.97 Cris Williamson Cris & Holly (Limited Edition) albums this year, make this one of them, for sure...it is magnificent, intelligent, absolutely Holly Near At long last... the studio release we have been await­ ing for so long! Long time friends Cris Williamson and a pleasure. This 2-CD set, released in 2002, features Edge Holly Near combine their powerful voices to record both their first self-titled CD... plus their brilliant Holly's 2000 release of all new recordings — 8 origi­ twelve songs of love and world peace. They include sophomore recording Wild Strings... plus extra live nals and 5 covers — reminds us again how much we new material as well as a walk down memory lane. tracks! The duo becomes a trio (Carol and Michelle have missed her! (Not that anyone's counting... but When Holly and Cris started touring together, we have been joined by Lydia Ruffin), and their awesome it's been over a decade since her last solo release of were thrilled, but we had no idea that such a fabulous harmonies are even fuller. They have sustained their all new songs.) Beginning with the appropriately enti­ collaborative recording would ensue! Here, they offer incredible powerhouse energy, plus strength in lyric, tled Fired Up, it includes her originals 1000 the stirring medley of classic women's music that we rhythm, melody. Mostly original material; includes Grandmothers; When Do We Rest?; I Ain't Afraid, title would expect, and then so very much more - both Across the Wide, Muses, You Were Here/ Seven Day track, the Michael Callen/ Peter Allen/ Marsha individually, and together. Listeners can hear the mar­ Kiss. Produced in part by ace Terry Garthwaite, at Malamet classic Love Don't Need a Reason; Paul velous influence these two artists and activists (each times recorded with a full band. Another great Simon's Further To Fly; Pat MacDonald's Standard in her own different way) have had on one another. Women's Music recording at long last rescued from White Jesus and more. So join us in beginning This is an album for the ages, and highly recommend­ out-of-print land - yay! Very highly recommended! another new decade of nourishing music from this ed, Of course! (HNC6201) CD: 16.97 (SWE232) 2-CD: 22.98 eloquent and inspiring artist. (CTM0004) CD: 16.97 Holly Near & Ronnie Gilbert Judy Small -jjQjJjr Holly Near 77i/'s Train Still Runs Mosaic njir Simply Love/The Women's Music Collection The themes on her 2003 release are always timely, This 2000 2-CD compilation of songs celebrating The magic is still there! It's been more than a decade since these two magnificent singers joined as she sings directly to our hearts and minds. Created Women's Music is cause for celebration itself. In in the comfort of her own home studio (set up just for addition to several songs from Imagine My Surprise forces and recorded their first album, Lifeline... this 1996 collection features passionate duos and stun­ this project), Judy (previously a bit studio-shy) particu­ (over 20 years after its initial release), it contains larly enjoyed making this recording. Audiences will some inimitable collaborations, such as the ning solos from these long time artists, activists and cultural workers who have touched and transformed recognize Stolen Gems, a song written for Ruby Holly/Rhiannon duet of Waterfall recorded at the Hunter about being part of the stolen Aboriginal gen­ Michigan Womyn's Music Festival, and Singing With many lives. 19 tracks in all, including When I'm Not Near the Girl I Love, Marie, Pastures of Plenty, erations, and Song of My Father, Judy's poignant trib­ You with Ronnie Gilbert. Besides a few older tracks ute to her father, who died when she was just a that were demo'ed but never released, there are new Agitator, Home Is Where the Heart Is, Music In My Mother's House. (AA696) CD: 16.97 teenager. Another familiar song is a revised and recordings of Women's Music classics: Alix Dobkin's rearranged version of Our Best Friend, a protest The Woman In Your Life; Therese Edell's Emma; Holly Near/Arlo/Ronnie Gilbert/Pete Seeger against war and against ways that the differences Linda Tillery's Wonderful; Margie Adam's Tender between us are used to instill fear and dread rather Lady; The Rock Will Wear Away written by Holly and HARP: A Time To Sing (2-CD Set) than being celebrated. New songs include There's Meg Christian, and a new version of Hay Una Mujer Finally... not only is this 1984 classic back in print in Life in the Old Girl Yet, We'll Never Lose Hope, and with a brilliant piano solo by Adrienne Torf. With its 2001, this total makeover contains 13 previously- Wanted Woman. Judy also offers a couple of songs photo-filled booklet, this is a tribute and testament to unreleased tracks from live performances from this she says she wishes she had written herself: Days 25 years of cultural herstory; highly recommended! super-group consisting of Holly plus Arlo Guthrie, Like These by Janis Ian, and Ewan McColl's Nobody (CTM0003) CD: 25.97 Pete Seeger, and Ronnie Gilbert (2 original members Knew She Was There about the unseen and thank­ of the Weavers)! This is quintessential historical folk less tasks carried out by so many women who main­ Holly Near music at its best. Bridging the gap between genera­ tain the order we take for granted in our everyday tions, the artists share and communicate an informed lives. (CRA012) CD: 16.98 Musical Highlights From The Play... sense of the social and political struggles that have About this '93 release of highlights from her play Fire brought us to where we are today. Includes Small in the Rain, Holly said, "While doing the play, audi­ Business Blues (sic), Mothers, Daughters, Wives; Judy Small ences kept asking for the cast recording. We didn't Emma; Oh Mary Don't You Weep; Singing For Our Let the Rainbow Shine: Out & Proud have one. The songs were spread out on 15 different Lives, 27 in all. Still fresh, relevant, and as precious Here's the album this prolific Australian singer/song­ recordings made over the last 20 years! A compila­ as ever — in fact, even more so since it's a whole CD writer (and as of recently, a lawyer too!) has always tion? No, let me record these songs one last time... worth of new stuff! (APR1054) CD: 22.97 wanted to make: a whole album about gay and les­ not like I sang them back then... maybe not even how bian issues, yet an album for everybody. And with I sing them in the show! I hope you enjoy this record­ Indigo Girls song titles like Lesbian Chic, A Man Among Men, and ing... a celebration of the last 20 years and a reassur­ Country Town Gaytime Blues, this 1999 release fills ance that there are many surprising years yet to All That We Let In her with pride. As always, her songs are extraordi­ come." Includes a few previously unrecorded songs: Of the 11 songs on this 2004 release, 6 were written nary yet ordinary, as she leads us to finds common originals Find Me and Change of Heart, as well as a by Emily, 5 by Amy. This is as solid an Indigos mix as ground between her own experiences and those of couple of Broadway-type covers. (CTM0002) CD: 16.97 you would expect: weavings of the personal and the us, her listeners. This is a beautiful gift to the les­ political, moody-raw and upbeat, dual guitars and sig­ bian/gay community and beyond. (CRA011) CD: 16.98 Holly Near nature vocal harmonies. (EPC91003) CD: 18.97 With a Song in My Heart Judy Small Jamie Anderson Holly shares with us her 1997 recording of 14 songs Never Turning Back: A Retrospective from the 30's and 40's — that era of great songwriters Listen This 1998 release is a collection of songs from her like Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Fats Waller, Rogers This eloquent and sharp-witted singer-songwriter's earlier recordings, many of which are now out of print and Hart. She says, "Definitive versions of these late 2001 (or early 2002) release contains more (and some of the others are soon to be). In fact, songs have already been recorded by Ella Fitzgerald songs about food, sex and mama, with some great shortly, this and Best of Judy Small will replace her but they are worth singing again, to keep them alive, accompaniment from women such as Kiya and entire back catalog. There are so many classics from to keep some sweet innocence in our revolution, to Miriam from Wishing Chair. This all-woman release the repertoire of this amazing Australian singer/song­ share with our parents — those who have disap­ features the poignant ballad Maybe You Miss Me; a writer, it's a must for your collection. (CRA010) CD: proved of us, those who have envied us and those song about gay families entitled Forever Family; the 16.98 who have mentored us." And, it's true, Holly's mother steamy Invitation which fans of Darfc Chocolate Will was wowed by it! Its simple production (voice plus love; and the reason you should never break up with John Bucchino's piano only) makes it sound as if a songwriter, the country-flavored / Miss the Dog Judy Small Holly is singing right in your own living room! (More Than I Miss You). (TSU1030) CD: 15.97 The Best of Judy Small (CTM9701) CD: 16.97 This wonderful 1993 retrospective contains some of Jamie Anderson the best material — 18 songs! — from Judy's first 4 albums: Mothers, Daughters Wives; One Voice In Holly Near & Ronnie Gilbert A Promise of Light the Crowd; Home Front, and A Natural Selection... Lifeline Extended (2-CD Set) A promise of fabulousness, this recording is stjll song titles include The I.P.D., The Family Maiden Finally... it's here! This 2002 2-CD set is a powerful upcoming as we go to press, but likely released by Aunt, Women of Our Time, From the Lambing To the reissue which expands on the now out-of-print the time you are reading this. We can tell you that the Wool. In addition, she includes her popular but never Lifeline. It includes more songs, between-song ban­ great Kiya Heartwood of Wishing Chair is producing before recorded song for recessionary times, ter, and audience participation than on the original and contribues some searing slide guitar on Sister... Ordinary People. It's a lot of great songwriting for the recording. Includes Harriet Tubman, Biko, No More Miriam of Wishing Chair contributes keyboards and money! And, watch for Judy on tour in the states, US Genocide, Lucky To Be Me, Singing for Our Lives, accordion... Kara Barnard plays pretty mandolin, kick- Immigration Service willing. (CRA007) CD: 16.98 and Singing With You. Very highly recommended! ass banjo and tasteful guitar. (TSU1031) CD: 15.97 (APR1066) CD: 19.97

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www. ladyslipper. org Ladyslipper Catalog 15 June Jordan & Adrienne Torf -jffiffi- Collaboration Renowned poet, essayist and political activist June Jordan and Adrienne Torf wrote and performed together for nearly 20 years, until June's death in 2002 from breast cancer. This studio recording, subti­ RA tled Selected Works 1983-2000, includes 12 of their collaborative works, with June's brilliant poetry set to music by Adrienne. Half of the pieces feature June performing her poetry to music, the other half are **m sung by vocalists including Cris Williamson, HWB-Garfo BeAbout ^H Rhiannon, Andre dos Santos Morgan and Jeannie f Tracy (previously a background singer for Sylvester). '{J'(* € vl8 Adrienne provides arrangements and keyboard work uiac8laeT«§W^9 on all selections. Also features Jan Martinelli on bass, Ray Obiedo on guitar, and Tom Miller on drums, per­ cussion and steel drums. Highly recommended! (ABT709) CD: 16.97 Lucie Blue Tremblay .wja,. Meg Christian -jflSWv It's Got To Be About Love tflpir Face the Music "Wjip k.d. lang -iQJj- This 2004 recording celebrates the This inimitable 1977 is finally released on CD! Good Hymns of the 49th Parallel courage of LGBT people and their families, as well thing, given the many requests we've had lately for k.d. renders songs of fellow contemporary Canadian as the straight allies who support them. She feels the Sue Fink/Joelyn Grippo-penned classic Leaping artists such as Joni Mitchell, Jane Siberry, Leonard that only by example that we can share with the world Lesbians — while we are unsure what has sparked Cohen, Neil Young, Bruce Cockburn and oth­ how beautiful and alike we really are. The insert this round of inquiries (perhaps this is still being ers - including k.d. herself, with resembles a wedding album, with photos of Lucie's hummed at homophobic gatherings by all the cool her own exquis­ fans at the altar and at home. (MSM1007) CD: 17.98 maiden aunts??), we are delighted. Humor as well as ite hymn, personal reflection and social awareness are reflected Simple. This Lucie Blue Tremblay in these wonderful songs, which feature the talents of 2004 release Transformations Sweet Honey in the Rock, Holly Near, and others. coincides with Another charmed release for late 1992 from this (0L913)CD: 16.97 her tour appear­ charming performer; songs in both English and ances with sym­ French include Chez Nous, All Out of Love Tonight, Meg Christian -fWfi/t- phony orches­ Homeless, Sail Away, The Guilty One. Highly recom­ / Know You Know tras throughout mended! (0L967) CD: 17.98 Now on CD, nearly 30 years after its original release! North America. Still as sweet, sonorous, touching and funny as ever; Always brilliant, Lucie Blue Tremblay this is essential Women's Music. Olivia's first album, ever interesting as Because of You originally released in 1974, by one of the original an artist, and of Women's Music artists... a veritable classic which course, there's that This tapestry of love songs is finally released in 2000! Her heartbreak songs filled with inspirational helped to herald in the age of Women's Music! The consistently aston­ poignant & humorous lyrics, the folk & classical influ­ ishing, gorgeous strength lead us back to love, and only love. (MSM1005) CD: 17.98 ences in Meg's singing, song-writing, guitar playing, voice. (NON79847) convey so much warmth & continue to carry a wealth CD: 18.97 Lucie Blue Tremblay of meaning. Includes Valentine Song, Joanna, Ode to a Gym Teacher. No Women's Music collection is I'm Ready complete without it! (OL902) CD: 16.97 Laura Love Fans have been more than ready for this '97 release! You Ain't Got No Easter Clothes It's filled with the moving, sweet, lyrical ballads and On this collection of excellent songs co-inspired dur­ love songs (in English and French) that this Meg Christian ing the writing of her book by the same title, Laura Quebecois singer-songwriter is known and loved for Best of Meg Christian displays her resounding resilience, humor and sensi­ across North America. Most songs are original, such This special long-playing compilation, approx. 75 tivity as artist and activist. All the very best of her as title track, which features Women's Music favorites minutes, contains all your favorites from this revered superb songwriting and Cris Williamson, Tret Fure, Alix Dobkin, Shelley artist! This musical time capsule portrays a poignant performance talent and Jennings and Hillary Kay on supporting vocals and journey of an artist constantly seeking and discover­ energy fill this 2004 CD, accompaniment... and Leaving Someone Like You, ing joy, laughter, love, and transformational aware­ and in her array of signa­ expressly by a woman to a woman. A high­ ness in her life and through her music. Includes ture modes from folk-funk light is her cover of Kathleen Hannan's // Valentine Song, Sweet Darlin' Woman, The Road I anthems to sweetly, pow­ You've Ever Loved, about lesbians and gays Took to You, Ode to a Gym Teacher, Gym II, From erfully woven tales. Very who ironically lose the love of their families in the Heart, and 11 more. (OL957) CD: 16.97 highly recommended! the name of Christ, the very one who taught (K0C9553) CD: 17.97 love for everyone. (MSM1) CD: 17.98 Meg Christian The Fire Of My Love ijfjlr Laura Love 4!fSfa. Lucie Blue Tremblay This devotional recording of songs for Gurumayi Welcome to ' *' Over the years, Olivia has introduced audi­ Chidvilasananda, performed by a woman known to' Pagan Place ences to magical music by artists such as Cris many as one of the founding moms of Women's Dirty Linen Folk Music Williamson and Meg Christian; here we are Music, is truly gorgeous! Meg's vocals and guitar, Magazine describes again treated to that caliber of musicianship in accompanied by resonant cello, violin, recorder and this 2003 release as the mesmerizing performances of this French- tablas, are as rich as ever, perhaps better. 3 of the "a banquet of ideas Canadian artist. Not only does she remain true songs were written by Meg: Gurumother, Oh My and music to feed the to her culture by giving equal time to both lan­ Gurumayi, and Darshan, which was also recorded on soul and spirit that guages, she communicates so sweetly and inti­ From the Heart; most other songs were written by engages listeners. The combi­ mately that English-speaking audiences are as Gurumayi herself. The prevailing mood is one of a nation is as powerful as it is entertaining." deeply moved by her French material as her deep peace, which can be experienced by anyone, Laura herself says "I'm really excited about this English songs. The studio side of this 1986 debut regardless of spiritual orientation; Meg's music has release because it incudes all my favorite musical album features back-up vocals by Cris, and the live always had the power to affect her listeners this way, genres: funk, bluegrass and despising the Bush side, recorded at the Great American Music Hall, has and still does. Recommended! (SYD200) CD: 17.98 administration!" Highly recommended, by Dirty Linen back-ups by Cris, Tret Fure, Teresa Trull, and Deidre McCalla. Recommended. (0L947) CD: 17.98 and by US. (K0C8478) CD: 17.97 Meg Christian Whatever It Takes Laura Love Margie Adam "^235^ More devotional songs filled with compassion and Besr of Margie Adam - Remastered ^"**^ Pangaea understanding for seekers on the spiritual journey, This late 1990 double-length retrospective pays trib­ written and sung in Fabulous, kickin', polished, vibrant — all these words ute to one of ^omen's Music best-selling pianists and exemplify this 1992 self-produced release; the vocal English by Meg songwriters. Includes Best Friend (The Unicorn Christian. (SYD530) CD: arrangements (by Laura and Linda Severt) alone are Song), Tender Lady, Naked Keys, and 15 worth the price of the album! The 14 songs here 17.98 more, remastered in 2005 with a bonus track! -iJSJj- cover a wide range of issues, but even if she weren't (PLE1990) CD: 16.98 a fine songwriter, her vocal mastery and exuberant spirit would probably be equally captivating if she Melissa Etheridge were reading her grocery list! With more than a pass­ Margie Adam Lucky ing resemblance to Nanci Griffith's emotional warmth, Avalon Being in a happy this is an artist with clear vision, lots of ideas, a great Margie's singing to us again! Her clear voice new relationship band, and a marvelous set of pipes — there's just no and elegant piano are at the center of each song never stops a true excuse if you haven't listened to her yet! Includes All on this mesmerizing excursion into the spirit and rock-n-roller from Our Lives, with incredible harmonizing, Nelson, power of woman-loving, even as she's joined by penning and per­ Voices. Very highly recommended! (OB3) CD: 16.98 many familiar names in Women's Music. Along forming big, big gui­ with a new classic Margie love song, Woman Of tar licks on a tunes My Heart, this 2001 release includes a great rendi­ with lyrics like "I'm tion of Carole King's Will You Still Love Me alright, I'm all right; Tomorrow?; the anthemic A Woman's Work Is It only hurts when Never Done which is destined to enter the repertoire I breathe!" Keep of women's choruses everywhere; and 3 inspiring on, ME! (ISL1822) CD: 15.99 instrumentals. (PLE1990) CD: 16.98

16 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@ladyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Rhiannon Tret Fure Flight (2-Set) Anytime, Anywhere On this Interactive Guide to Vocal Tret's spring 2005 release explores familiar topics of Improvisation, Rhiannon and her love, family, politics and passion, while it takes Tret in all-star host of friends (Linda Tillery, new directions of blues-tinged and rockin' acoustic and others) teach listeners how to music. Includes the sexy title track, an audience leave the sheet music behind — and favorite! (TGR83103) CD: 16.97 start "cutting loose" in the jazz, gospel, Latin and African traditions. Tret Fure This 2000 release is an excellent My Shoes step-by-step private workshop on Tret's second solo release in recent years shows her acappella singing and vocal improv, great and continually growing talent as a folk artist - as you build confidence and skills at both as songwriter and performer. Her shoes have your own pace. Learn breathing been filled over the years with her many talents: rock­ exercises, call-and-response singing, er girl, engineer, producer, duo member. Now we interval singing, and creating inspired learn that Tret also has a cookbook! The seasoning of melodies, harmonies, mouth/body this collection of songs is just right, too. Sing Out percussion and more, as you discover your own musi­ Teresa Trull Magazine says "Fure's new solo venture signals her cal language and voice. Includes interactive vocal A Step Away intent to do more than just move on. This album tracks with acappella bass, rhythm and harmony This classic, re-released by the artist in 1998, is one soars... She has never sounded better..This mature back-up. (SND469) CD: 28.98 of our all-time faves, in every respect: music, material effort surely ranks among Fure's finest works and will and production. Each song has a complexity and be savored by old-time fans and new fans alike." Rhiannon depth, as well as a contagious hope and joy. Includes (TGR83102) CD: 16.97 Toward Home Maria, Rosalie, How Lucky... we are to have this great title once again! (RR412) CD: 16.98 Rhiannon is known for her voice (one of the most Tret Fure extraordinary around), for her years as lead singer of Edges of the Heart/ Terminal Hold Alive!, and for her brilliant creativity as a solo artist. Teresa Trull & Barbara Higbie Tret's 1986 release, Edges of the Heart, packs her On this 1991 release, she presents a diversity of Unexpected characteristic punchy guitar and vocals along with her vocal material: from the emotionally-charged song- Unexpected but welcome news: this classic from this distinctive lyrics and arrangements; a sure winner! poem Love of the Land about her prairie origins, to dynamic duo has been re-released in '98! Featuring Yes, this includes that sweetly-hot number, Tight the sultry, sensual Swimming Upstream, to a rendition an eclectic mix of styles: country, gospel, ballads — Black Jeans, plus an array of energetic rock tunes of the traditional Shenandoah which could make one some simple, some fairly produced — the blend of tal­ and quieter ballads. The 1998 CD release of this title weep. She is joined by members, of Voicestra, ent and material is impeccable! Includes the editor's has a great bonus: the entire earlier album of Bobby McFerrin's acclaimed vocal group (of which favorite Melissa Manchester oldie, Ruby and the Terminal Hold is also included! (SW22009) CD: 16.97 Rhiannon herself is a member), on Say a Prayer. Dancer. (SW22001) CD: 16.97 Blending the Various Artists songwriting tal­ Terry Garthwaite ents of Betsy A Family of Friends • Cassette Moving Day This 1993 release may be the best sampler of Rose, Janet If you are a nerstorian of women in music, you need Small, Carolyn women's music ever created! The title song, an something by Terry Garthwaite in your collection! anthem-to-be and a must-have for every women's Brandy, and She's one of the first women to have formed and led, Rhiannon herself, music lover, is one of the sweetest and most memo­ along with Toni Brown, a commercially successful rable tunes ever composed... as a collaboration, it with the instru­ rock 'n roll band back in the 70's, The Joy of Cooking. mental talents of expresses some of the highest spirit of lesbian cul­ This solo album was recorded in 1985, after the band ture. Co-written by Sue Fink, Jamie Anderson, June Nina Gerber, had broken up and both women had continued on to Barbara Borden & Millington, Jane Emmer and Dakota, it is performed develop solo careers. Finally re-released in 2001, it by (take a deep breath): the songwriters plus Margie others, this album contains original material in a contemporary vein, beautifully show­ Adam, Deidre McCalla, Cris Williamson, Tret Fure, softer than her previous work and one she consid­ Sharon Washington, Jean Millington, Susan Herrick, cases the artist's ered to be more truly her sound, with her sultry range and style - Robin Flower, Helen Hooke, Mary Watkins, Barbara expressive voice right up front. Accompanists include Borden, and others!! Also includes tracks by Alix very highly recom­ drummer Barbara Borden, saxophonist Mary Fettig, mended! (LR202) Dobkin (with her previously unreleased My Kind of and, on the outstanding track Mother Earth, the San Girl), Pam Hall, Venus Envy, Yer Girlfriend performing Cassette: 2.99 Geronimo Valley Girls. (JOY007) CD: 15.98 CD: 15.98 Lez-BBop, OneSpirit (Kay Gardner and Nuru), and more. A classic! (TSU1003) Cassette: 6.98 Therese Edell Rhiannon, w/Bowl Full of Sound .ii|«k. From Women's Faces Plus Wishing Chair Out of the Blue ****** •»j which won finalist spot at Susan Herrick has been off the tour circuit for health Kerrville Folk Fest - plus Truth & the Lie reasons, she treats us to songs we did­ Carolina, Beautiful Soul, the A remarkable 1991 recording from a remarkable n't already have in our collections, plus banjo instrumental Silk Mill artist and performer — one we experienced in concert old favorites: Moonflower, Emma, Girls, plus many traditional and, quite frankly, were blown away! On this album, Jennifer Leah's Song, Mama Let Your favorites... with accordion, gui­ she sings original songs about her childhood sexual Children Go, Lou's Song, Sister tar, banjo, mandolin, dulcimer, abuse, and the discovery and healing process she Heathenspinster's Calendar Days... this bass. Highly recommended for has undergone as an adult... which has been is an absolute must-have for all of all who love great acoustic enhanced in all probability by making this album, Therese's fans, as well as anyone who music! (TRK6) CD: 16.98 since it is breaking a silence that has been expected wants to newly experience one of the of her from early years. Her lyrics are full of depth and foundation pieces of the women's music grace; her voice tender yet strong, her harmonies and culture movement. Highly recom­ Woody Simmons sweet; musically the production is excellent. Whether mended! (SEA313) CD: 16.98 Oregon Mountains the issues she addresses are ones you are specifical­ This classic and very fabulous ly confronting in your own life or not, we advise that Tret Fure 1977 recording is finally re-released on CD... great you make the time and place to listen to this... we're news for her fans who, like us, would very highly rec­ giving it our highest recommendation! (WFR1) Back Home ommend it! (DRR1001) CD: 16.98 Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: 4.99 Tret continues to demonstrate her talent, versatility, and perseverance on her 2001 release. Having left her relationship of 20 years and moved to Wisconsin Woody Simmons Teresa Trull & Barbara Higbie after 30 years in California, Tret not surprisingly takes BanjoRAMA Playtime a bittersweet and sometimes melancholy tone in this, This revered and talented women's music old-timer is After all these years, another album by this beloved her first solo album in 10 years. Her guitar melodies back! Her very long-awaited 2000 release is a collec­ duo has arrived in 1998! On this upbeat collection of jam perfectly with the other instruments and musi­ tion of banjo instrumentals recorded over a 22-year acoustic blues-flavored songs, strong harmonizing cians featured, while allowing her rich voice to shine span, from 1977-1999. It includes favorites from her and songwriting from these 2 multi-talents blend with at the front. There are some surprises here: in addi­ first 2 albums (Oregon Mountains and self-titled) as their top-notch fancy fiddle- and piano-playing. tion to June and Jean Millington on guitars, bass and well as previously-unreleased compositions, with Special guest Cris Williamson joins in, as the newly percussion, and Novi Novog (long-time Ferron styles ranging from a meditative, east Indian influ­ reunited duo finds serious fun and inspiration in each accompanist) on viola, folkie John McCutcheon con­ ence, to a fully orchestrated and introspective feel, to other's gifts. All originals, except for a song each from tributes some harmony vocals. A strong return to a light bluegrass touch. Very eclectic, it deserves an BB King and Billie Holiday. (SLB82212) CD: 15.98 what promises to be a highly successful solo career. uninterrupted listening session to experience the full (TGR83100) CD: 15.98 depth of the music. (DRR1100) CD: 16.98

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www. ladyslipper. org Ladyslipper Catalog 17 Wyrd Sisters Inside the Dreaming The Ladyslipper Catalog editor says, "One of the most brilliant albums to be released in 1994!" The Compilations For Cool Causes name of this excellent Canadian trio is pronounced "weird", but they are not, although they are unusual, unique, original and provocative — rather, their name Various Artists -iJSfe- comes from the ancierjt Triple Goddess who repre­ Amaze Me: Songs in the Key of Peace MI»(P sented the maiden, mother and crone. Like their har­ Tired of having your loyalty challenged because you monies, lyrically each song has layers of meaning are a peace-lover? No need to become an Ex-Patriot! which continue to reveal themselves during repeated This anthology could well inspire an 'Alt-Pat' move­ listenings (inspirational without being syrupy), sup­ ment right here in America ... or maybe that genre ported by arrangements that are varied, subtle and should be called alt-pax? Whatever, these women perfect, the title track is moody and evocative; One artists have banded together for a good cause. This Hip Shaking is a bluesy, sensuous song of love lost; benefit compilation, which presents alternatives to Dance, Little Brother is a well-crafted emotional plea war, features Holly Near, Tret Fure, Pat Humphries, for action against AIDS; Warrior is an acappella femi­ Ellis, Judith-Kate Friedman, Edie Carey and many nist anthem equal in impact to Ferron's Testimony, in more! Check out their website for some concert fact, all 11 tracks are gems, no throw-aways here! action brewing nationwide: www.peacecd.com Andy Stochansky (drummer for Ani DiFranco) is one (RN1416) CD: 16.97 of several talented guest performers featured; instru­ mentation is tight and all-around superb. This album Various Artists is too hot to miss — to all fans of women's music, har­ NWMF Silver mony, and substantive contemporary singer-songwrit- The National Women's Festival was one of the origi­ ing, very highly recommended! (WYR2) CD: 16.98 nal inspirations for the Ladyslipper Catalog, so not only do we hold a special fondness for this event in Various, inc. Phranc, 2 Nice Girls Wyrd Sisters our hearts, we're happy to celebrate with them their Women Like Us: Lesbian Favorites Raw Voice 25th, and this recording of their 25th festival. This This fall '97 lesbian compilation — one of the very You'll find another treasure-box of songs on this 1999 sampler of some of the greatest performers in few which have ever been issued, and probably the 1997 release — it's a worthy follow-up to their great women's music features live tracks by Ferron, Ubaka only in-print collection with the word "lesbian" in the Inside the Dreaming. The Canadian trio again com­ Hill, Mary Watkins and Kay Gardner, Cris Williamson title — is notable for lots of reasons. Firstly, it contains bines their finely-honed craft of poetic songwriting and Tret Fure, Janis Ian, Teresa Trull and Barbara the often-and-desperately-sought-after song by Two with superb harmonies, eloquently expressing their Higbie, June Jordan and Adrienne Torf, Straight Nice Girls: / Spent My Last $10.00 (On Birth Control personal blend of irony, bitterness, pain, humor and Ahead, and Zrazy. Before there was Michigan, and and Beer)... no longer must seekers go away disap­ hope. Love the evocative, dreamy fretless bass from before there was Lilith, there was NWMF! (WIA001) pointed and empty-handed! Secondly, it includes liner producer db Benedictson... Kim's veritable baritone... CD: 15.98 notes by Phranc and Gretchen Phillips (Two Nice the crisp, tasteful arrangements... the twists and turns Girls), tracing the history of lesbians in pop music their lyrics take. Includes The Night of Her Insistence, from "wimmin's music" and punk of the 70's and 80's Various Artists 4!ffio. through today's alternative queercore stars. Last but Same Old Story, Borrowed Time... very recommend­ Queer Stock Queer Soup (2-CD Set) ^IpiF ed again! (WVR3) Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: 16.98 not least is the great roster of long-out and recently- You can have your cake and eat it too. Not only is out musicians! Ferron, Ani DiFranco, k.d. lang, this 2002 2-CD set full of amazing talent, but pro­ Wyrd Sisters Kristen Hall, BETTY, disappear fear, Jane Siberry, ceeds benefit queer youth agencies across the coun­ Dar Williams, Janis Ian, Jill Sobule, Fern 2 Fern, Sin & Other Salvations try. Multi-generational artists such as Holly Near, the Tanita Tikaram, Wendy & Lisa (ex-Prince's band), As Ladyslipper catalog editor for oh, about a quarter Alixes: Dobkin and Olson, Melissa Ferrick, Ani Sandra Bernhard, and of course Phranc, Gretchen century, I'll mention that their 2001 release is the kind DiFranco, Bitch & Animal, Tret Fure, Toshi Reagon, Phillips Experience and Two Nice Girls... as you'll of album I live for — but then, I'm a devoted fan of Phranc, Catie Curtis, Jamie Anderson, The Butchies, see, not many of the traditional "women's music this Canadian trio. If you are too, you'll find enough Doria Roberts, Pamela Means, Testerosterorie Kills, labels" here, but an interesting mix of artist-owned, song-treasures on here to satisfy your craving for Mark Weigle, Ember Swift, Angela Motter, Elaine independent and major labels represented. A portion whatever it is that these women do to listeners like us. Townsend, Tribe 8, all contribute tracks... and that's of the proceeds will be donated to Lambda Legal The breadth and depth of the emotional and spiritual not even the entire list... plus liner notes by the elo­ Defense and Education Fund. A must-have for territory traversed is, as usual, intensely conveyed in quent Urvashi Vaid! (QS1) CD: 25.97 women's music fans and collectors! (RH72915) CD: the poetry of their lyrics and the exquisiteness of their 17.97 harmonies. Love, loss, and sin and redemption in Various Artists relationships with god, ourselves and others — it's all Octaves Beyond Silence Various Artists here. (WYR4) CD: 16.98 This extraordinary and ambitiou.s 2000 compilation focuses on, and raises funds to benefit, women sur­ Respond (2-CD Set) Zoe Lewis vivors of war and violence. Perhaps most notably, it A benefit for Respond Inc., a Boston non-profit which includes the only recording to date from feminist play­ provides a variety of services to women and children Fishbone, Wishbone, Funnybone seeking to escape abusive situations, this 1999 set Finally, for 2001 come 13 songs from underneath the wright/ poet Eve Ensler, author of The Vagina Monologues, here reading My Vagina Was My contains 27 rock and folk female artists from the skin! These are groovy, worldbeat originals that'll Boston area. In addition to favorites take you from P'town to the tomb of the ancient Village. (This ground-breaking Off Broadway presentation has like Catie Curtis, Patty Larkin, Melissa Pharaoh: a little samba, a little jazz, a little circus, and Ferrick, Barbara Kessler, Mary a lot of great songwriting. She's accompanied by her featured luminaries such as Diahann Carroll, Gina Gershon, Gauthier, Jennifer Kimball, and Rubber Band: Sylvie Richard on percussion, Kate Pamela Means, you also get to hear Wolf on bass, Roxanne Layton (Mannheim Audra McDonald, Rita Moreno, Alanis Morissette, Mario some talented and inspiring new voic­ Steamroller) on recorder, and many special guests. es. So support a good cause, hear (DOG5) CD: 15.97 Thomas, Amy Irving, Brooke Shields, Erica Jong, Teri Garr some great music, and get two discs and many others.) Additional for the price of one! (SSR1247) CD: Zoe Lewis 18.97 Sheep music tracks from Ani DiFranco, Indigo Girls, Meshell Songs about sheep, old ladies and a good cup of NdegeOcello, BETTY, and many Various Artists .lilir. tea... Auntie Gladys and Pies For the Public... this is other artists are interspersed with Respond II (2-CD Set) "*B13*' some of what you'll find on this artist's 1998 release. narratives and songs from As the Bay Area Reporter reported, her "writing style All female perforrhers, women in Bosnia, Rwanda, including 15 Grammy-nominated is clever and evocative, her subject matter as kooky Afghanistan and the US. as her musical style... She shows a fondness for artists, join on this 2003 2-CD compila­ Proceeds have supported the fol­ tion benefiting families affected by human quirkiness and is affectionate when poking fun lowing organizations: Women for of everybody, including herself." Features 14 original domestic violence. Impressively, the Women International, Center for project was produced by a grassroots songs in all, with special appearances by Julie Wolf Women War Victims, Revolutionary Association of the and her twin sister Kate! (D0G2) CD: 15.97 group of volunteers. This generous set of music fea­ Women of Afghanistan, The V-Day Fund, Center for tures special tracks and previously unreleased materi­ Gender and Refugee studies, and Refugee Women in al ranging from an amazing set of artists across every Zoe Lewis • j • Development, Inc. (OBS1) CD: 5.99 genre: Joan Baez, Sweet Honey, Indigo Girls, Odetta, Small Is Tremendous "HUB* Ani, Dolly, Toshi, Angelique Kidjo, Sleater-Kinney and This 2004 release may be many more! (SSR5004) CD: 18.97 Zoe's most adventurous project Various Artists yet! Recorded in Cape Cod, Sing, Don't Sign - Cassette MA, Austin, TX (where she This historical compilation was pro­ Various Artists added the mariarchi trumpets duced for Idaho's 'Decline To Sign' Fiddlehead Salad - Cassette on Gringo!) and in Seattle. 11 Campaign, a grassroots organization This special 1995 compilation of primarily lesbian great songs showcase all the which worked to defeat the anti-lesbian and gay artists was released by Reprise Records, an sides of Zoe: Latin, funk, jazz, and gay political initiatives sponsored by affiliate of Warner Brothers, to support "Maine Won't folk, swing, upbeat and origi­ the bigoted Idaho Citizen's Alliance. Discriminate", a coalition (which includes the Maine nal. Don't miss the LIVE ver­ Reprise Records and all the artists Education Society and the Maine Council of sion of the Snow White song! donated their work. Includes songs per­ Churches) working for lesbian and gay rights. Co-produced with Kate Wolf formed by Ani DiFranco, Ferron, Pansy Contributors and tracks include: Ferron's Our with some amazing musicians Division, Phranc (Bulldagger Swagger), Purpose Here; Tribe 8's Butch in the Streets; including Roxanne Layton Jallen Rix, Lauren Wood, Extra Fancy, Phranc's Surfer Dyke Pal; Venus Envy's 12 Gays of (recorder), Julie Wolf (accor­ Zrazy (Come Out Everybody) and more. Christmas; Laura Love's Whenever Time Will Come; dion), and a whole pack of per­ (REP8138) Cassette: 2.99 Meg Henjges' This Kind of Love; Pansy Division's cussionists. (DOG6) CD: 16.97 Anonymous; 16 in all. (REP7870) Cassette: 2.99

18 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@ladyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Drumming * Percussion

Ase Drumming Circle Inanna Nuru Souls A 'Gathered Skin and Bone Drum Call Finally and fortunately back in print! Pronounced Ah- This 6-woman drumming ensemble takes their name "Rhythm is life. Shay, this women's drumming and percussion group from an ancient Sumerian goddess, who held reign Vibration is celebrates the diversity of African cultural expression more than 4,000 years ago during a period when it is breath. The through music and song. Their rich vocal blends, believed drummers and dancers were predominantly heartbeat is the energetic songs and spirit-driven drumming speak to women. Utilizing a wide array of percussion — includ­ core of one's their experiences as children of a culturally rich and ing African instruments like Djembe, Kpanlogo and being." So musical diaspora. Their repertoire ranges from folk- Ashiko drums; bass drums such as the Doudounba, says Nuru - loric and ceremonial to contemporary music from Kenkeni and Sangba; frame drums; and other hand­ Nurudafina Pili North America, Africa, Latin America and the crafted instruments such as Balaphone (African xylo­ Abena - con- Caribbean... strongly influenced by the rhythms, phone), rainsticks, kalimba (thumb piano), shekeres, gera, djembe player, and Afro-Caribbean and West chants and legends of the Yoruba, Dahomey and bells — they perform lively original arrangements and African percussionist, who some of you know from the Voudoun traditions... and embedded with themes of traditional West African rhythms. This 2000 release OneSpirit duo... and we proudly release this mid-1994 celebration, liberation and love. Individually, members also includes 2 songs with lyrics: the Middle Eastern- album on the Ladyslipper label! It opens with an have performed with Women of the Calabash, influenced, violin-powered Rhythmic Migrations, and inspired program of calls, celebratory chants and Rhythm Express, MotherSpirit Theatre Ensemble, the original Rainbow prayers, to the orisa (pronounced "orisha"), or Sista Root, Daughters of the Drum, and other groups. People, inspired by a Yoruba dieties. They're performed in the This exciting 1994 release is very highly recommend­ speech by Archbishop Yoruba/Lucumi language in a call-and- ed! (ASE1) CD: 16.98 Desmond Tutu. (INN3) response style, with Nuru in lead, and several CD: 16.97 voices in response, with chants to dieties such Evelyn Glennie as Yemaya, ocean goddess and mother of all; Her Greatest Hits (2-CD Set) Oshun, river goddess of love; Shango, god of This 1998 2-CD set provides an excellent sampling thunder and lightning. Nuru then performs 3 Inanna ^^^ all-instrumental djembe pieces; then to a of why this amazing artist (who by the way is deaf) is Beyond Tradition considered a percussion wizard. Ever the experimen­ Cuban instrumental, La Rumbera; and lastly the Honoring the drum unexpected hip-hop of the title track, with cho­ talist, she uses a variety of everyday objects and per­ and its ability to invoke cussion instruments to explore a wide variety of musi­ rus and children's voices, and its critical mes­ a deep sense of well sage. Throughout, Nuru plays an astounding cal styles, including jazz, classical, ragtime, and alter­ being, the 2003 native. This release features the only available array of percussion, including 3 different congas release from this (conga, quinto, tumba), djembe, shekere, rain recording of Oyxgen, one of Glennie's collaboration women's drumming with Bjork. (RCA76292) CD: 16.97 rattle, Ghanian rain stick, bells, ago go, maracas, ensemble creates a claves, djoung djoung, and more!! Experience the sound that echoes talent of this master percussionist... Highly recom­ Fatu peace, communica­ mended! (LR114) Cassette: 2.99 CD: 15.98 Ra tion, connection, healing and This master drummer combines African American evolution. (INN4) CD: 16.97 Quartet style singing with intricate patterns of the Ubaka Hill Malian rhythm 'Mandiani' to create an arrangement Dance the Spiral Dance that makes even the masters of Mali take notice. Think danceable, think upbeat. For long-time fans Songs are written in English and combined Layne Redmond and new... for dancers, drummers, and all those with traditional music. Fatu debuts her skill on Invoking the Muse needing inspiration to get up and MOVE... this 1998 the bellaphone, the 'West African xylophone' In this inspired record­ release is a must! Ubaka has drawn together a bevy on this release as she delights the listener with ing, Layne Redmond of talent: in addition to the ShapeShifters ensemble, music diverse and multi-dimensional, simple yet offers listeners a land­ master drummer Edwina Lee Tyler guests on several intricate. Fatu teaches West African drumming scape of haunting tracks; and over 20 women percussionists of the and earth-based ritual and spiritual practices. melodies and mesmer­ Drumsong Orchestra participate on The Singing in the Highly recommended! (DRH2102) CD: 16.98 izing layers of rhythm Silence'. Many tracks here are chants, tribal/ improvi- and harmony dedicat­ sational in feel, and there are a couple of outstanding ed to the power of the instrumentals. From Sistory, an absolutely phenome- , Gabrielle Roth & the Mirrors Muse. While nal djembe duet between Ubaka and Edwina, to Suhir Initiation researching the Blackeagle's funky Intense Womyn Unite, to the joyful Gabrielle describes it this way: "This music is a ancient music of title track which reminds us how to use power to heal, map. It can take you from inertia to ecstasy if you Greece, Layne dis­ you can't help but feel inspired to join in. And, we surrender to its pulse. Side A moves through the covered the sear- highly recommend that you do! (LR118) Cassette: 2.99 . rhythm patterns of the shamanic journey I call the ingly beautiful . . CD: 15.98 Dancing Path. Side B begins with a warm-up of 'Hymn to the Muse' each of the body parts (Body Jazz) and ends with a written in 157 AD, and was Ubaka Hill celebration of them all (Initiation). Integrate this inspired to create a musical tribute to each of moving meditation into the mainstream of your daily ShapeShifters the Nine Muses. Some of the most renowned names Ladyslipper Records proudly presents the 1995 life and feel the power that flows from an energized in world music, jazz, and Medieval chant join Layne body and an empty mind." Gabrielle's compositions debut album by one of the most dynamic performers Redmond on this stunning collection, including Laurel anywhere on earth! We've never had so many feature a fascinating variety and progression of' Masse, co-founder of Manhattan Transfer and Ruth sounds and moods, incorporating synthesizers, requests for a single artist over so many years! Ubaka Cunningham, a member of Anonymous 4. Layne is a fiery, passionate, and radiant drummer/ chanter/ acoustic guitars, vibes and flutes along with the leads us through another solid, satisfying lesson in world's most extensive collection of percussion. Not singer whose performance builds bridges and tran­ the ancient ways of percussion - but this is not a scends boundaries while elevating the spirits of all background music; meant to be played at full volume, teaching recording, per se. It is entirely instrumental, it will preclude other thought and activity! (RAV5883) who hear — her music is intensely woman-identified, lush with frame drums, strings, bamboo flute and non- life-loving, transformative, spiritual, and revolutionary, CD: 16.98 lyrical vocals. The Muses taught the use of intuition blending song, poetry, and rhythm into a heady brew. and prophecy as a way to self-knowledge, a knowl­ Motherbeat joyfully brings to life the exuberant Gabrielle Roth & The Mirrors edge that is gained through self-induced trance, medi­ imagery of women dancing down through the cen­ Tribe tation, singing, and dreaming. Now, listeners will hear turies; Night Flight, an evocative performance piece Yet another lively and intense recording from the pro­ the echoes of the Muses themselves in these power­ which incorporates the chant Spirit of the Wind, is a lific and creative ensemble under the direction of ful sacred hymns that are sure to open the heart and perfect vehicle for Ubaka's depth, artistry and grace; Gabrielle Roth, this 2000 release is music to get you invite transformation.. (SND142) CD: 16.97 her intense rendition of the Jayne Cortez moving — whether you call it dance, prayer, workout poem // The Drum Is A Woman will send or meditation. Drum- and percussion-oriented, it fea­ chills down your spine; in Hugh tures bass plus the vocals by Catherine Russell and Masekela's Marketplace, she extols the Mindy Jostyn. There are 2 extended length tracks, beauty of a woman she meets and each of which have sub-sections which can be pro­ spends a night of ecstasy with; and grammed for repeated play. Tsunami features her her trademark The Womyn United renowned system of Rhythms, woven together over a ("shall never be defeated/ divided") is 27-min. extended dance music foundation. Talking energizing and inspirational. Also Sticks features over 70 tracks by 7 drummers, includes a few fantastic percussion stacked like building blocks. (RAV5003) CD: 16.98 instrumentals for movement and dance. Our highest recommenda­ Gabrielle Roth & The Mirrors jiliVtt. tion here — it deserves to go plat­ Raven: The Classics (4-CD Set) ^wr inum! Warning: be prepared to For the first time ever, listeners can find four of experience an uncontrollable urge Gabrielle Roth's most beloved albums in one place. to buy a drum and join a drum­ This beautifully packaged 2004 multi-CD set contains ming circle. (LR116) Cassette: 2.99 . her best-selling recordings in entirety - Totem, . CD: 15.98 Bones, Initiation and Ritual - all digitally remastered. 4 CD'S for the price Of 2! (RAV5047) CD: 29.97

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Alessandra Belloni Desert Wind Tarantata: Dance of the Ancient Spider World Dance (2-CD Set) The mystical-erotic trance rituals of southern Italy... This 1999 2-for-the-price-of-1 compilation presents haunting prayers to the Black Madonna and the some of the best dance music honoring the Goddess Goddess of the Mediterranean... here is a very unique ... It contains over 2.5 hours music, 32 tracks which recording from an accomplished singer, dancer, and feature various rhythms from all over the world (and percussionist. Acclaimed as one of the greatest living they are all named on the back cover). CD #1 is women percussionists in the world (tambourine and instrumental (flutes, mandolins, dumbeks, tablas and frame drums), she is working to bring the healing more), while CD #2 includes female vocals on songs powers of drumming, dance and the matriarchal tradi­ ranging from the Om Tara chant to the Latin tions of southern Italy (once part of Magna Graecia) American song La Llorona (Weeping Woman), to to women today. This 2000 release contains new Mother of Light. (DW10062) CD: 16.98 world arrangements of healing prayers, processional Jami Sieber -t{|3fl»- chants, love laments, and original songs dedicated to Deva Premal the goddesses of love, the sea, and rivers — bringing iJSJj- Hidden Sky Embrace Jami's electric cello and Thai elephants on percus­ together the passion of Italy's mystical roots with dis­ This best-selling singer is at the height of her art, tinctive influences from Brazil, North Africa and Latin sion combine to make some very good vibes togeth­ expressing the ancient wisdom of mantra through er. Not just a curiousity, this is trans-species music. America. With her contemporary musical vision. Her rich voice and soaring mezzo- Okay, the elephants don't play on every track, but cool fusion grooves make this 2002 release uplift­ their presence is felt! The title derives from a phrase soprano and mes­ ing and elegant. Includes Om Tare, a traditional merizing tam­ taken from a poem by Deena Metzger, which is fea­ ancient mantra offered to the goddess of infinite tured in a track bourine rhythms, compassion. (WSM0044) CD: 16.97 she casts a spell­ entitled Mandlovu binding web of sen­ Mind. 'The title suality and ignites Elaine Silver speaks to the the healing power of Faerie Goddess vastness of clarity magical curative This 1997 collection of 13 original and borrowed within us that is folk music. songs showcases "Faerie Elaine's" beautiful and attained through lucid voice, and reflects the grown-up side of her meditation, spiritu­ Extensive and infor­ Faerieness. Great song selection, including al revelation, or in mative notes includ­ Charlie Murphy's Burning Times, Pat Humphries' my case, a meet­ ed; highly recom­ Swimming To the Other Side, Libby Roderick's ing with the great­ mended! (SND117) How Could Anyone, plus her own Faeries' Moon, est beings on this CD: 17.98 Divine Emotion, Blue Moon Song, Heavenly planet: the ele­ Kingdom; accompanying instruments include gui­ phant.' The 2004 Celeste Howard tars, cello, fiddle, hand drums, hammer dulcimer, album features a Celtic Blessings -iflSfe- woodwinds, string bass and percussion. Believe in talanted array of Three ancient blessings included here ^"••^ magic, faeries and the Goddess; listen to this! musicians: Nancy make this recording very worthwhile and recommend­ (SSM007) CD: 15.98 Wilson (Heart), ed. The beautiful Blessing of the Elements is attrib­ Rhiannon, Rich uted to St. Patrick... or is that perhaps St. Patricia? Flight of the Hawk Heizman, and Ya Elah, a Balkan/ Eastern European Blessing of the Guardian Angel and Blessing for women's singing group from the Bay area. (OFM1010) Shamanic Songs and Ritual Chants CD: 16.97 Setting Forth are ancient Celtic blessings; the latter, Many members of the Flight of the Hawk community which is

20 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@!adyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Jennifer Berezan w/Olympia Dukakis KAY Kay Gardner She Carries Me Sounding the Inner Landscape This 1995 release is a highly original creation GARDNER Originally coinciding with the release of weaving gorgeous layers of vocals and instrumen­ her extensively researched book on tation — a powerfully evocative and meditative music and healing, Sounding the Inner piece of healing music to the Goddess in her many Landscape: Music as Medicine, this forms. Features Chris Webster, and special guest 70-minute project is Kay's first recording Olympia Dukakis reciting the Charge of the of spoken meditations. Ordinary spoken Goddess; also includes the long-playing pieces meditation tapes merely offer music as Who Hears the Cries of the Wind and title track. background. This recording instead fully The multi-layered chant honors the Chinese god­ and deliberately utilizes the music as the dess Quan Yin, the Tibetan goddess Tara, and primary tool, through a variety of tech­ includes a reworking of Jennifer's Catholic past in niques, with music composed — for flute, a rewriting of the Hail Mary. (EOW21) CD: 16.97 harp, cello, vibraphone and percussion S(!tm(!ms> the Inner Lim.i>taj: — specifically for these meditations and (,„iJ,.iM,.Ji.»*.,-,»iIM„«- Jennifer Berezan instructions. Included are the Chakra Meditation, which further expounds upon Returning Kay Gardner To record this exceptional 1999 multi-cultural the principles explored in A Rainbow Path; Lay meditative chant/ Women's Spirituality collaboration, 1941-2002 Down Your Burden, to help the listener release what­ Jennifer and a group of musicians travelled to Malta, Kay Gardner ever is causing stress or pain or any other incumber- ance upon joy and freedom; and an exploration of the to one of the world's most ancient and important A Rainbow Path sacred goddess sites, the Hypogeum. This 3-story properties and effects of various kinds of musical Ladyslipper could not be more proud to present to sounds in Inner Landscape, ending with some of her underground chamber was carved from stone over you this phenomenal work which has been years in 6000 years ago, to honor and celebrate the Mother exquisite, transformational music. (LR109) Cassette: the making. This is evocative, beautiful acoustic 2.99 ... CD: 15.98 Goddess and her sacred cyclical mysteries of birth, instrumental music, perfect not only for relaxation and death and regeneration. The oracle chamber, created listening pleasure, but also for movement and dance, with an advance understanding of acoustics, probably and most specifically for meditation, massage, and Kay Gardner & Mary Watkins demonstrates that these ancient peoples recognized various disciplines of holistic healing. Kay has pio­ Dancing Souls the healing power of sound and music. Special guests neered in the field of healing through music, arts and This elegant instrumental album — subtitled Piano & Linda Tillery, Navajo singer Sharon Burch, Qwaali color, and this 1984 recording is the culmination of Flute Improvisations — is a collaboration between singers Sukhawat Ali Khan and Riffat Salamat, Rick her research. It is scored for (get ready): flute, two masters, as well as two foremothers of women's Lazar (Loreena McKennitt's percussionist on recorder, harp, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French and music! Mary is known to many of us old-time women's Mummer's Dance), and others weave elements of English horns, trombone, violin, viola, cello, double- music fans for her 1978 LP on Olivia Records, chant, goddess spirituality and Buddhism from a vari­ bass, vibraphone, tambura, timpani, bells and small Something Moving - but she's known to peers as a ety of cultures, evoking the lineage of ancient singing percussion, and subtle voices. Well, the result is near­ musician's musician, whose artistry as a pianist is Priestesses. Highly recommended — by us and by ly indescribable! We have never heard such full yet breathtaking and awe-inspiring. Their improvisations Olympia Dukakis, who says, "Motherheart whispering totally acoustic sounds on any other meditation or flow like practiced compositions, with varied styles to us from over the ages, yearning for us to know "new age" recording; this is one element of its unique­ ranging from romantic to whimsical. Some tracks her." (EOW13) CD: 16.97 ness; and this is probably the only such recording were recorded at the 1999 National Women's Music with timpani! Kay draws from classical, Irish, Eastern, Festival, some at the 1999 Michigan Womyn's Music Kay Gardner medieval, and avant-garde elements. Each of the 8 Festival, and some in-studio; released in 2000 by Ouroboros (Seasons of Life) segments correlates to a color and a chakra (energy yours truly, Ladyslipper. (LR120) CD: 15.98 This 1994 recording is nothing short of a miracle... to center); instruments were chosen accordingly, and tell you all about it would take volumes. Subtitled written meditations are provided. The musicians: Kay Gardner & Sunwomyn Ensemble Women's Passages, this oratorio by Kay for 6 Sylvia Woods on harp, Carol Rowe on viola, Martha Garden of Ecstasy female soloists, women's chorus and orchestra is set Siegel on cello, Vivian Stoll on vibraphone, Kay on Ancient, medieval, renaissance, contemporary... to exquisite solo texts by Charlie Hutchins (a woman), flute and recorder, and many others. Composition eastern/ western, northern/ southern... an all-hemi­ and powerful chant texts by Ha Suzanne. It's a live titles include Castle in the Mist, See My Wings sphere mixture of sounds from Middle Eastern, Latin, recording of its premiere performance at the 20th Shining, Dorian Hills. This is truly a deluxe, many- Gypsy, Irish, African cultures... this 1989 studio National Women's Musical Festival in Bloomington dimensional experience. (LR103) Cassette: 2.99 CD: recording (on the Ladyslipper label!) is another IN, and is one of the largest-ever classical produc­ 15.98 absolute masterwork which melds music and healing tions featuring women musicians: 84 voices, 40 in revolutionary ways, and is truly the follow-up to A orchestra members. Except it's not classical, in the Kay Gardner Rainbow Path\ Lush, tropical, resonant strains of traditional sense. Performers as well as audience Ocean Moon cello, viola, oboe, English horn, timpani, marimba, members were often teary-eyed during the perfor­ Combining all the best instrumental tracks from percussion, classical guitar, (Adrienne Torfs) piano, mance, they were so profoundly moved. The work Mooncircles and Emerging, this extra-long-playing harp, and of course Kay's flutes, are transformed into celebrates the ages of Woman, with each age corre­ compact disc brings Kay's early classic discography the flowers of this remarkable garden. Three pieces sponding to a holy day on the ancient Celtic calendar to the technological age. Most of you with old are upbeat, melodic, rhythmic dance pieces — a (solstices, equinoxes, Beltane, Etc.), is strongly cen­ Mooncircles albums probably needed to replace departure for Kay — featuring fiery percussive sec­ tered in female spirituality, and relates to the them anyway, if you played them over and over dur­ tions by Annette Aguilar and Nurudafina Pili Abena. birth/death/rebirth cycle. Lush and deeply healing, the ing those long intimate sessions with someone spe­ But perhaps most important and most notable is music itself is somewhat reminiscent of A Rainbow cial... This collection features some of Kay's most Viriditas, a long composition in three movements, Path. Stunning performances by soloists Seraiah important work, including Lunamuse, which she con­ which can be utilized by anyone with AIDS or any Carol, Amanda Barrett (Ruth's 15-year-old daughter), siders the best piece she ever composed; with Meg other life-threatening dis-ease. Written in the key and so many others (wish we could name them all!) Christian on guitar. (WWE85) CD: 15.98 which corresponds to the heart chakra and the are interwoven with majestic choral interludes... this is immune system, it is structured to take the listener Kay's absolute masterpiece to date. We're so thank­ Kay Gardner through the emotion of despair to a cosmic feeling of ful that the performance was preserved... Most highly joy, and finally to a place of comfort and resolve. recommended — whether or not you relate to "classi­ My Mother's Garden: Piano Melodies Aesthetically also one of the finest pieces Kay has cal" music! (LR115) Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: 15.98 Kay Gardner is first and foremost a composer of written to date, as well as the most ambitious, it has healing music — a pioneer in the genre. Usually she limitless potential for a myriad of uses. One of the composes for acoustic ensembles, and/or for her own most worthwhile projects we have ever had the privi­ Kay Gardner evocative flute... but when she's at work on one of her Amazon lege to be involved in, and a body of music we are larger ensemble works, most often you will find her at sure will please you as much as it does us. Very, Another masterpiece of improvisation from Kay... this her piano. On this 1998 release of original neo- summer/fall 1992 release brings the full sound and very highly recommended! (LR107) Cassette: 2.99 . . . romantic piano compositions, Ladyslipper presents a CD: 15.98 ambiance of the Peruvian Rainforest right into your glimpse into the composer in her medium. She per­ head(set) and heart. Alto flute meditations are blend­ forms both works she has composed expressly for the ed with Kay's own on-site recordings of birds, tree piano as well as ones written for orchestral settings, Kay Gardner/ Nurudafina Pili Abena frogs, rainfall, waterfalls, and pan pipes, which she pared down to their essences. Includes To Elsa (for made when she visited the Amazon River with a OneSpirit poet Elsa Gidlow), To Jen (for her daughter), the lush This summer 1993 release is like a magical musical women's tour in February of 1992. Evocative, magi­ and heartbreaking Rhapsody, Etude (on a 13th cal, celebratory, remarkably present, almost visual, trip around the world. The OneSpirit duo is a charis­ Chord) and almost all the pieces from her best-selling matic collaboration between two masters of their and again, mystically healing; perfect for relaxation, A Rainbow Path. (LR119) CD: 15.98 meditation, and massage work. Pieces include instruments — Kay Gardner on flutes, Nurudafina Pili Abena on drums and percussion — performing origi­ Shaman's Dream, Jungle Morning, After the Kay Gardner Downpour, Pink River Dolphins, Waterfall Spirit. And, nal and traditional pieces inspired by global musics note sale price on cassettes. (LR111) Cassette: 2.99 ... Music as Medicine (6-Cassette Set) and rhythms from 4 continents. You'll travel through CD: 15.98 On this 1998 6-tape set with booklet, this pioneer in Nigeria, Senegal, Peru, Cuba, Brazil, East India, and transformative music reveals her unique system for North America as you undertake this aural journey. creating melodies, rhythms, and harmonies with the Features a cameo appearance by Brooke Medicine Kay Gardner power to heal. She explores 9 healing components of Eagle, on the Native American-inspired composition Mooncircles - Cassette sound, yielding practical methods for supporting the by Kay entitled Medicine Eagle... also includes This beautiful, classic album of flute compositions is body's own healing strategies at a cellular level, and Mother of Creation, Dance of Strength, The Gypsy a must for all women's music collections; it reflects introduces new explorations of medicine wheels, Kiss, Silencia, Carnival, Asian Sunset, Happy Life. Kay's mastery of both the instrument and of composi­ chakras, anatomy, and wave theory. Skillfully inter­ We welcome Nuru — with her congas, djembe, quica, tional music. Much of it is an ancient and, according lacing technical expertise and music samples (some dundun, pandeira, balafon, agogo, dumbek, surdo, to the album cover, Sapphic mode, and perfect for from Ladyslipper titles) with spiritual understanding, and rain rattles — to the Ladyslipper label. Exciting, meditation or love-making. Among the 3 vocal tracks she unveils the therapeutic essence of sound, making energetic, and meditative all at once... Highly recom­ is the oft-requested Changing. Classical guitar this potent tool available to all. (SND047) 6-Cassette mended! (LR113) Cassette: 2.99 CD: 15.98 accompaniment is by Meg Christian, piano by Althea Set: 59.98 Waites. Limited quantity! (WWE80) Cassette: 6.98

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www.ladyslipper.org Ladyslipper Catalog 21 Laura Powers Libana Lisa Thiel Legends of the Goddess A Circle Is Cast Invocation Of The Graces This 1998 release brings forth a new perspective on This 1986 release from this feminist ensemble is a This 1997 collection of magical and powerful song Celtic Goddess music. On this all-original album, this departure from their previous recordings—it repre­ prayers, adapted from and inspired by the Ancient songwriter with a fascination for Celtic and Goddess sents Libana's spiritual basis of celebrating communi­ Celtic Tradition, includes new material as well as mythology has blended traditional Celtic and contem­ ty and reverence for the rootedness of ritual, the some of her earlier Celtic works as heard on Songs porary New Age sounds with folk and pop-influenced ' Earth, the nuances of seasons, the solitude of medita­ For My Ancestors. All tracks were recorded in a live lyrics and rhythms to create music full of lush , tion, and the Divine within. Side I traces the seasonal performance format, where musicians are playing imagery. She counts among her influences such changes of a year, while Side II marks the facets and together in the studio, capturing the essence and spir­ singer-songwriters as Shawn Colvin, and indeed, this cadences of a ritual gathering. Opening with an invo­ it of the music: songs' include 7"rip/e Goddess work has a distinctively lyrical focus, with such tracks cation to the elements and the casting of a circle, it Blessing, Daughter of the Elements, Jewel of the as Morrighan's Quest, an exploration of the mytholo­ proceeds to honor the spirit and spirituality of women. Night (Chant), Blessings of the Animals. Joining Lisa gy of the Celtic Battle Goddess, and Circle of Stone, a Sources drawn from are Native American, African, are Jody Bergsma, shamanic artist who lends her very personal take on Stonehenge. (PUN008) CD: 15.98 Anglo, Israeli, and European, inspired by music from knowledge of the healing power of sound to the vocal the Renaissance through contemporary feminist harmonies; Anna Schaad and her amazing violin; and Laura Powers times. They sing each selection in unison, then divide David Macvittie on bouzouki, flute and pipes. Filled Beyond the Pale: Legends of the Goddess II into harmonies and arrangements; most is acappella, with inspiration, depth and authenticity, we gratefully With lyrics reflecting spiritual power, her original with occasional simple instrumental accompaniment. welcome and recommend this work. (SD6) CD: 15.98 songs such as The Goddess of the Sea Mist... Includes 22 selections; a matching songbook is avail­ Belthane Fires... Sisters of the Wind... In the Arms of able separately. Hauntingly beautiful—a perfect holi­ Lisa Thiel the Milky Way utilize harmonies, countermelodies and day gift — very'highly recommended! (SPN002) CD: Journey to the Goddess layered vocal arrangements, set to rich 15.98 As a 10th anniversary celebration, Lisa's label — instrumentation and Sacred Dream Productions — releases this 1994 ret­ rhythms. A Heart in Libana -jjjjj- rospective of her favorite Goddess songs from her Winter creatively Out Of This World first 4 Sacred Dream albums. Included are explana­ intertwines Hailed as "troubadours of peace" and celebrat­ tions and history of each Goddess, the background Pachelbel's Canon, ing 25 years as pioneers in women's world on how the music came about and how the songs are spoken French, and a music, Libana sweeps listeners into a compelling to be used, and lyrics. Some songs have been re­ lush pop chorus. This global journey. Lyrical renderings of love, lamen­ recorded for improved sound; includes Cornmother talented singer/song­ tation, inspiration and vision imbue their 2004 Chant, I Am the Goddess, Moon Mother, Rainbow writer has combined release with exuberance, depth and grace. Woman, Song of the Mermaid, and others. Cover art her extensive research From cultures as diverse as Nepal, Hawaii, features Cornmother, this reviewer's favorite of Lisa's in Celtic mythology with Egypt, Bulgaria and beyond, their songs, paintings — a beautiful package for a special collec­ her skill as a painter rounds and chants reach across history and tion. (SD5) Cassette: 9.98 ... CD: 15.98 (her oil paintings are the planet conjuring a powerful musicar alche­ featured as the cover my that gives passionate expression to the Lisa Thiel ,art) to create a lovely interconnectedness of spirit, nature and Songs of Transformation - Cassette package. humanity. This is the world's story - a story Anne Williams again collaborates (on vocals and Recommended told through the artistry of women, vividly con­ harp) with Lisa on this beautiful recording of Goddess (RHP1672) CD: 15.98 veyed by the women of chants. Lisa selects both original and traditional Libana. (SPN006) CD: 16.97 songs and mantras from a range of cultures— Laura Powers -iffSfo- Tibet, Sikh, Hindu—which express Trilogy: Legends of the Goddess III w Libana the human search for divine wisdom, Laura carries on her musical journey and unique Fire Within strength, joy and love, through spiritu­ vision of the Celtic goddess mystique by combining Synthesizing their two musical al transformation. Includes Lady of lyrical symbolism with rich instrumental and vocal tex­ identities — as performers of the Flowing Waters, She's Been tures. While the new songs here are evocative of the ethnic music and of music for rit­ Waiting, Candlemas Song, May the Celtic themes originally developed on the first two ual — this 1990 release on our Circle Be Open. Lisa is also the cre­ recordings, they forge into new musical territory, very own Ladyslipper label fea­ ator of the lovely cover artwork. 1988. incorporating world music, contemporary alternative tures rounds, chants and songs (SD3) Cassette: 9.98 music, and orchestral movements. The CD is for ritual and celebration, from - enhanced with the use of uncommon instruments medieval, Native American, Lisa Thiel such as Highland pipes, as well as the artist's original African, Shaker, Japanese, Lady of the Lake oil paintings. (RHP1822)CD: 15.98 Jewish, Hawaiian, Swedish, We proudly welcome Lisa to the German, and contemporary Ladyslipper label, for this 1992 release! Layne Redmond & Guests "*•*•#*' American sources. Its primari­ Borrowing from traditions as old as music Chanting the Chakrasl Roots of Awakening ly acappella form gives it a itself, Lisa once again strikes chords that Mesmerizing Mantras are chanted in their original very meditational feel, yet move the body, mind and spirit. She Sanskrit syllables here by Amit Chatterjee, who trans­ there is a bit more of an instrumental pres­ blends her silky voice with ancient rhythms lated Sanskrit and Bengali texts detailing the structure ence here; several selections feature subtle percus­ and enlightening lyrics to express mes­ of the 2000 year-old meditation practice; his scholar­ sion, hammer dulcimer, psaltery, recorders, and/or sages of beauty, inner peace, and an intense appreci­ ship and musicianship are informed by his many drone instruments. Includes The Earth Is a Woman; ation for the elements of nature. In many ways this years of meditation practice. Laurel Masse, a found­ Neesa, by a contemporary Seneca woman; Tree release is a journey, as she takes you from the arms ing member of the Manhattan Transfer, also brings Planter's Round, Clear Horizon, Rise Up O Flame, O of the Great Mother in Divine Mother Chant to the her powerful chanting to this 1999 recording. The Virgo Splendens (O Resplendent Virgin) and many search for truth and beauty in Rune Song. She calls chants are accompanied more. Accompanying songbook also available. This on the spirits of nature in Elemental Song, and leads by sitar melodies, tam­ sequel to A Circle Is Cast is very highly recommend­ you to the ultimate acknowledgment that all the love bour drones, and bamboo ed! (LR108) Cassette: 2.99 CD: 15.98 you need lies within yourself. Also includes Mother of flute, which flow over a Grace, Turquoise Woman, and title track. An uplifting foundation of steady, Libby Roderick treasure; most highly recommended! (LR112) Cassette: hypnotic drum beats. A Meditation for Healing 9.98 ... CD: 15.98 Layne, generally known Libby is beloved world-wide as an inspiring for her percussion work and passionate writer and singer of songs cele­ Lisa Thiel "JU and who brought this all brating the heights and depths of the human Mother of Compassion/Kuan Yin Meditation together, contributes spirit (see our Folk section). This beautiful, With the traditional mantra of Kuan Yin as a central overtone singing as devotional chant for protection and healing (a theme, and lush hypnotic vocals and instrumentation, well as bodhran and mantra in an ancient, sacred language from Lisa portrays the many aspects of the Goddess Balinese bells. India) is something new for Libby — written at through musical variations - from the nurturing com­ Includes a 24-page the request of a friend. Let her warm, clear passionate mother to the protectress and savioress booklet on this voice and the exquisite melody relax, who rides the dragon and carries the sword. ancient practice. calm and heal you — people Recommended for meditation, spiritual healing and (IWM931) CD: 16.97 are using it for every­ inspiration, and as an energetic support for life transi­ thing from tions of all kinds. This music may also.be used as a Libana massage and feng shui tool to clear and enhance the energy of Night Passage meditation to any room through the purifying vibrations of Kuan This luminous gathering of rounds, chants and yoga to simply Yin's Mantra. "Thiel's Kuan Yin Meditation... with songs — subtitled Invocations for the Journey — helping them (or the combination of her beautiful voice and its gives soulful reflection to the infinite mysteries of life's their little ones) fall extended ancient chant to Kuan Yin, takes you on seasons. From a mystical ode invoking the new asleep peacefully a journey into the luminous realms of the soul. moon, to an undulating chant honoring the Yoruba and wake up Once again, Lisa makes the goddess accessible Goddess Yemaya... from a South African ancestral renewed! This 1998 and serves as a channel for spirit. The heart- incantation, to lush settings of the poet Rumi... the 7 release offers an centered energy of Kuan Yin is exactly what we women of Libana sing with a reflective reverence, hour's worth of vocals need at this time for personal and planetary infusing every selection with harmonic power and over a gorgeous bed healing. Use this recording to experience how musical grace. This exquisite, soul-piercing, resonat­ of guitar, English horn Kuan Yin energy changes your life, opens ing, transcendent music is a profound and gentle (courtesy of the great your heart, and lifts your spirits. I highly rec­ blessing on the journey to hope and inspiration; we Nancy Rumbel), harp ommend this CD of exceptional beauty and give this 2000 release our very highest recommenda­ and percussion. power." - Dr. Donna Fontanarose Rabuck, Center for tion! (SPN003) CD: 16.97 (TRT1005) CD: 16.97 the Sacred Feminine (SD7) CD: 15.98

22 Ladyslipper Catalog [email protected] Orders: 800-634-6044 Lisa Thiel Ruth Barrett -fJSJj- Songs of the Spirit - Cassette The Year Is a Dancing A collection of visionary medicine songs—for healing Woman - Volume 2 and awakening the consciousness of our own divini­ Volume 2 contains more Goddess ty—from eastern and western Indian traditions as chants, songs, and invocations for the well as her own talented songwriting skillsvpresented Wheel of the Year — this time for with bells, guitar, Lisa's divine voice, chants, self-har­ Midsummer through Hallowmas - writ­ monies . . . Includes White Buffalo Woman, I Am the ten by Ruth, Kay Gardner, Diana Goddess, Mother of All Things, There Is a Goddess, Earthmission, Catherine Madsen, Holly Rainbow Trail...a highly recommended selection for Tannen, Shekhinah Mountainwater, anyone interested in women's spirituality. (SD1) and others. (DT003) CD: 15.98 Cassette: 9.98 HlTUAl MBSiE Sharon Knight Lisa Thiel ffiGH MtLkimHZ S FB5EBSS Incantation Rising of the Phoenix - Cassette This 1996 album of original pagan Lisa's 4th release is a collection of healing and music'is quite unexpected and amaz­ awakening songs inspired by the spirit and given to Nhanda Devi ing! The songs range from the full- her in meditation. Rooted in many traditions, they are blast rock of Bardic Voices, to the offered here as new songs for a new time, with Bridge to Isis This vocalist is a channeler: her vocalizations are Celtic ballad based" upon a 16th-centu­ respect for all the traditions reflected; and her voice ry Scottish tale Bewitched, to the rhythmic ritual song serves as a beautiful instrument for conducting them. expressions, not with lyrics in any language we can identify, but rather of a deep spiritual connection and Mother of The World, to the inspiring solo vocal Faith. Wolf Chant, inspired by the sounds of howling wolves, Sharon sings in a clear, expressive voice and plays is an emotional release song, while The Giveaway experience. Whereas her debut recording was acap­ pella, this melodic, beautiful, and evocative 2000 the Celtic drum, bodhran, acoustic guitar and man­ Chant gives us a way to ceremonially let go of old dolin. Others add flute, drums, synth, electric guiters, habits which impede us. Contains a guide for using release includes accompaniment on harp, gu-cheng, keyboards, didjeridoo, samples, bells and percussion. bass and harmony vocals for a full, rich sound. The the songs for healing and in ceremony. As always, lyrics reference ancient Celtic themes, Druids, Sheva, highly recommended. (SD4) Cassette: 9.98 We highly recommend this invocation to the ancient female divine force, for stillness and meditation, and Majick and witchcraft, love and passion. (TRJ68) CD: for your journey to Remember (Who You Are). 15.98 Lisa Thiel & Ani Williams (AIM0090) CD: 16.97 Sisters of the Dream Sharon Knight & Winter Once again available! The blending of these two On Wings of Song/ Robert Gass/ Guests Pandemonaeon musicians gives us a unique look into the power of Ancient Mother "Pandemonaeon: exuberant celebration of all life in nature as expressed through the Great Mother. This the New Aeon." This late 2000 release (it should be 1992 release is a gorgeously sequenced retrospec­ The spirit of the Great Goddess comes to life as tra­ here by the Solstice at the latest), is a magickal blend tive from previous albums by both artists - Lisa Thiel's ditional female singers, priestesses and shamans of Celtic- and Middle Eastern-inspired melodies, dri­ tracks are only otherwise available on her early cas­ from Celtic, Afro-American Yoruba, Hawaiian, East ving rhythms, and rocking trance, ritual and tribal sette-only releases. Songs include Mother of All Indian, Hungarian and Native American traditions — grooves... which may leave you feeling as though Ages, Mother of AII-That-is-Alive, Wolf Chant, including Nurudafina Pili Abena, Kay Gardner, Brooke you've been swept away by psychedelic gypsies! Full Rainbow Woman, and many more. This collection is Medicine Eagle, and Z. Budapest — are joined by the of pagan imagery, harmony vocals and lots of percus­ an excellent way to sample works by both artists, and renowned On Wings of Song singers, on this 1993 sion, the music is this is also a magical compilation in its own right. release. The music is both ageless and contempo­ mythical, vivid, Recommended! (WW1) CD: 16.98 rary, ranging from the 11th century plainsong of sensual and spiri­ Hildegard of Bingen to ecstatic gospel rock, all set in tual — the sound natural environmental backgrounds of birds, rivers, has been Lisa Thiel & Ani Williams cicadas and crickets, humpback whales and the Song for My Ancestors ocean. 60 minutes. (SHM1017) CD: 16.97 described by On this 1995 release, these two talented musicians some as "Led Zeppelin meets have collaborated to create a stirring tribute of song to Reclaiming & Friends the Sacred Ancestors. Lisa's prayers of respect and Dead Can thanks to her Celtic Ancestors come through in beau­ Chants: Ritual Music Dance." Laurie tiful melodies with striking instrumentation; some of The Reclaiming Community, co-founded, by Lovekraft and her songs have been adapted from translations of Starhawk, is a group working to unify spirit and poli­ John Mitchell ancient Gaelic prayers. (Note that Lisa's selections tics. Rooted in Goddess spirituality, members of the round out the are compiled from other Lisa Thiel CD's, also listed collective hold public rituals for empowerment and band; includes herein.) Ani creates soaring music from her Gaelic change. This 1987 album of chants, created as a This Night I background that dives deep into the sister circle of teaching tool, contains material by Starhawk, Deena Ride, our roots to discover our power and connection to all Metzger, Shekhinah Mountainwater, Judy Grahn, Z. Serpentina, living things. (WW4) CD: 16.98 Budapest and other, performed by the Reclaiming Kashlimar. women (many) and men (a few). Includes Touching (TRJ2) CD: 15.98 Her Deep, Snake Woman, Return To Mindia Devi Klein the Mother, Goddess Shawna Carol Ragini: Fluted Voice of the Goddess Medley, and many others. Raginis, the female Ragas of North Indian A wonderful resource for Goddess Chant: Sacred Pleasure classical music, are musical embodiments of group singing and ritual. We are beside ourselves, we are so thrilled about different forms of the Goddess. This 1995 (REC1) CD: 15.98 this most unique and gorgeous work on our very own rendering of the Raginis Durga and Ladyslipper label. This 1998 release elevates the "genre" of Goddess-centered and woman-honoring Bhairavi, and the bhajans Jai Ambe (Victory Reclaiming & Friends to the Mother) and Jai Jai Bhairavi (Victory chants to a new level: rather than simple circle rounds to the Goddess) is a rarity; there are not Second Chants and chants, these are lush, elegant, harmonic, deeply many recordings of female musicians per­ This 1994 collection of 16 layered original extended choral chants... yet easy to forming in the North Indian classical tradi­ original ritual songs, rounds learn and sing with. One senses how these chants tion. Mindia Devi, known for her founding and chants is presented in emerged from the artist over time, and they invite us work with the ensemble Ancient Future musically diverse yet compli­ to move with her through this mass-like ritual over and her fusion of Indian, western and mentary styles, from a bluesy and over, centering and expanding. From the joyful Balinese elements, performs on the call and response Circle and celebratory Sacred Pleasure which many of you bansuri, the deeply resonant bamboo Casting Song, to the country/ already know ("I am the Goddess/ I am the Mother/ flute of India, accompanied by Dana gospel chant When We Are All acts of love and pleasure are my ritual"), to the Pandey on tabla, the dynamic and intricate Gone, to / Am But One, sung nurturing Mother's Gift, to the sacred sounds of Indian drums. (BAM1) CD: 6.99 with a Pagan children's cho­ Blessed Be, to the gospel-infused Praise Her, this rus. Strong and wonderful music is meditative, inspirational, and awesome. vocal harmonies are supported by hand drums and Both we and author Margot Adler — who has danced Moving Breath beautiful layers of acoustic guitar, flute, violin and ecstatically to "I am the Goddess" and has been She Changes cello. Many of the songs are based on Reclaiming's awaiting this album for years — highly recommend it! Subtitled A Collection of Songs from Healing magical work with Celtic myth and story; includes (LR117) Cassette: 2.99 CD: 15.98 Circles, this album was created to commemorate the Rhiannon, Inanna, Return of the Goddess, Who Is Ecstatic Woman Gathering held in Santa Barbara on She, Harvest Chant, His Mystery. Lyrics included; Halloween of 1991. These 24 chants and songs — recommended! (SRP1) CD: 15.98 _^^_ Shawna Carol -jjfflj- both traditional invocation and Goddess songs, and The Way of Song - CD original healing and affirming songs — are intended Subtitled A Guide to Freeing the Voice and Ruth Barrett ^*^ Sounding the Spirit, this CD from the creator of to open women's hearts to the power of healing. The Year Is a Dancing Woman - Volume 1 Beautiful harmonies and rhythms are employed by Goddess Chant accompanies a book by the same these 5 women (Mujiba Cabugos, Valerie Girard, These original and traditional seasonal offerings of title. Introducing practices that access the healing, Lorin Grean, Chris Leja, and Julie Lewis), with tasteful Goddess chants, songs, and invocations - performed creative and spiritual powers of the voice, this CD accompaniment on percussion and occasional flute, by Ruth, her daughter Amanda, and other singers and teaches SpiritSong, a practice which uses the voice to harp and guitar. Lyrics included to make learning percussionists - are woven into a musical journey express emotions. On this teaching CD, singer and these easy; includes Honored Maiden Huntress, around a Goddess and woman-centered Wheel of the teacher Shawna Carol shows how to harness the She's Been Waiting, Powerful Woman, Spider Year. Both volumes will help bring you to a deeper power of the voice as a means of self-expression and Woman/ She Changes, Heal the Mother, Moon Sister understanding and resonance with the Goddess' sea­ spiritual growth. She encourages you to sing whether Moon We All Come from the Goddess, and Like A sonal mysteries. Volume 1 centers around Midwinter or not you believe you have what is commonly con­ Mountain by Naomi Littlebear Morena, which they call through May Eve, and includes selections by Ruth, sidered a 'good voice'. This 2003 release illuminates Old and Strong. An excellent collection! (MVB1) CD: Kay Gardner, Starhawk, Shekhinah Mountainwater a sure path to reconnecting with the joy and the and others. (DT002) CD: 15.98 power of singing. (SPS0102) CD: 15.98 15.98

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www.ladyslipper.org Ladyslipper Catalog 23 Sophia Terry Garthwaite -iflSflit- Hidden Waters/ Sacred Ground AffiRhythms Widely used for healing work, meditation, relaxation, "AffiRhythms" axe musical affirmation incantations - tantra, birthing and other life transitions, this beautiful short chants to remind us as we sing that we can alter African recording is divided into 2 parts. Sacred Ground con­ our perspective and change the way we live. These tains a birthing chant, a devotional chant, the Lakota aren't relax and fall-asleep-type affirmations, but chant The Earth Is Our Mother, and then a round... rather energetic and joyful ones. Each chant (7 Am Hidden Waters is an affirming chant about letting in Creative, I Carry Love, Sacred Within, Mother Earth, I Am Sound) is recorded twice: the first version to learn Heritage the light. Sophia is considered a songhealer, and many spiritual leaders testify to the power of her and sing along with... the second with harmonies and music — her words transcend religious-boundaries, back-up gradually added as the lead vocal fades so that you may fill the space with your own voice. The Aster Aweke concentrating on a universal Higher Power and a Imagine the rich, successful amalgamation of two deep spirituality that everyone yearns for. An excel­ result embodies great spirit, and will reach in and touch your heart. (JOY092) CD: 15.98 incredibly different cultural expressions — Ethiopian lent aid to any healing practice, this album is a classic melismatic singing with American R&B — and you've in its genre. (HWS6103) CD: 16.98 come close to describing the music of this talented Terry Garthwaite DC resident. Sacred Circles She sings over This singer-songwriter has been known and loved by dance beats in the music world since the late 60's, when she fronted her native the rock band Joy of Cooking with Toni Brown — the Amharic in a 2 of them went on to form the duo The Joy. Since quivering, then, she's gained a reputation as a great producer, microtonal wail, teacher, and in '92 her recording life took a new direc­ croons to a tion, when she released the cassette Affirhythms: native harp and rhythmic affirmation chantsongs. This 2000 CD con­ light percus­ tinues with the theme. These infectious, percussive, sion, keens positive chants and messages of compassion and over a classi­ strength, harmony and joy, relax your mirid and cally-tinged inspire your spirit, as they go bone-deep. Includes piano — this is Woman Now Know, Moonflow, Surrounded By the World Beat at Light, and even a few delightful instrumentals like its best! Cuppa Chi. With the improvisation of jazz, the intona­ (COL46848) CD: tion and expression of blues, the textures and tones 5.99 of world musics, and the heart of a healer, Terry makes music that opens the listener to the Joy of Casselberry- DuPree Living. Highly recommended! (JOY009) CD: 15.98 City Down One of the finest releases of the last decade is now Various: Gabrielle Roth, Deva Premal et al Starhawk back in print (on Ladyslipper, we are proud to Wiccan Rituals & Blessings "^235^ Shakti i ^ i announce). This duo, so long a favorite of audiences Wicca is the earth-centered spirituality that draws its In a secret place inside each of us burns a -xQpyr at women's festivals and pride rallies, synthesizes wisdom from the miraculous power of the natural magnetic fire of creation, the Shakti, waiting African, Latin, and reggae sounds with folk, contem­ world. Starhawk, a foremost voice in today's pagan to rise up and change our lives. Inspired by the time­ porary, soul, even country, in an extraordinary and renaissance and the author of The Spiral Dance, less goddess Tara (the Tibetan mother goddess of exciting blend. From the urban title track, to the now brings her favorite incantations to audio. Includes compassion) and Radha (the Hindu incarnation of R a s t a f a r i a n the 'handfasting' ritual, divine blessings for home, divine love absorbed in union with god), this compila­ Positive Vibration, marriage and children, how to celebrate birthdays as tion album offers an extraordinary journey of listening the Yoruba true pagan holidays, prayers for the passing of loved and healing as masterful musicians of different back­ Obatala, the politi­ ones, and the 'saltwater meditation' for cleansing and grounds, different traditions, different disciplines and cal South Africa, to clarifying any problem or situation in life. (SND747) CD: different musical genres evoke, clelebrate, sing and the elegy written 16.98 play to the same vibrant spirit of the ecstatic longing by Dory Previn to for the divine. (RAV0033) CD: 16.98 "a black woman that did exist" — Starhawk -jjaftj- -fflSfe- Did Jesus Have a Wicca: Beginner's Guide "* " Various Artists "•*" Baby Sister? — Starhawk - award-winning author, The Best of Pagan Song join them on their feminist, peace activist, and a leading This 2004 compilation deserves rich journey. authority on the Goddess movement - special praise for bringing back Masterfully pro­ has introduced over a million readers to life several outstanding tracks duced by Linda to Wicca, the earth-centered tradition that so many people, pagan or Tillery; highly rec- that teaches us to seek wisdom from not, are always asking for, partic­ ommended! the cycles of life and the principles of ularly Charlie Murphy's powerful (LR203) Cassette: nature itself. On this guide, she invites Burning Times and The Heretic 2.99 ... CD: 15.98 listeners to learn blessings, spells and Heart by Catherine Madsen & rituals to connect with the Goddess, The Greater Lansing Spinsters Casselberry-DuPree deepen a personal spiritual practice Guild... plus Dar Williams' The Hot Corn In the Fire and create community ritual and cele^ Christians and the Pagans, and bration. This complete guide to In source and feeling, this 1994 release on many other classics. (SMP1004) Ladyslipper Records moves from ancient to traditional Wiccan and Pagan spirituality offers CD: 16.98 practical exercises to use the essen­ to contemporary, giving the listener a sense of the tials of this ancient wisdom in everyday life. (SND664) boundless depth and breadth of the duo's talent. CD: 16.98 Various: Cris, Holly, Ferron et al jjggt Producer Toshi Reagon has assembled a group of Women of Wisdom Collection "••r first rate musicians, and you'll hear the evolution of their signature sound, from acoustic to songs featur­ Starhawk, Reclaiming & Friends Women of Wisdom is a wonderful and inspiring annual Women's Spirituality conference held in the ing dynamic ancient drum ensembles and shekere... Let It Begin Now northwest, and the organizers issued this 2002 with styles incorporating African, reggae, folk, gospel, Subtitled Music From the Spiral Dance, this 1992 release - subtitled Empowering the Dreams and R&B, as well as Cajun shuffle! Their material is as release features 11 songs which follow the structure Spirit of Women - in celebration of their 10th relevant and revolutionary as ever, from Last of the Spiral Dance ritual, an annual tradition in the anniversary. Contributors include Libby Roderick, Pioneers, about the struggle for lesbian and gay Bay Area celebrating the festival of Hallowe'en as Shawna Carol (with Sacred Pleasure from Goddess rights (which they sang at the very first National well as Starhawk's book The Spiral Dance: A Chant), Holly Near, Ferron, Cris Williamson, Jami Lesbian/Gay March on Washington)... to Pink Dress Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Great Sieber, Lisa Thiel, Susan Osborn, Rhiannon, Pamela On (worn by a little girl whose elders are imploring her Goddess. Ranging from acappella harmonies to full Gerke leading the Women of Wisdom Sacred Fire to sit still in such impractical attire) — an original chorus and instrumentation, this music is intended to Choir, and others. (WOW1) CD: 15.97 song, inspired by Odetta's folk style... to The Klan, a be shared and sung compelling song many of us first heard performed by by all who wish to Richie Havens many years ago. Very highly recom­ broaden their under­ Women With Wings & Kay Gardner jjgflr. mended! (LR204) Cassette: 2.99 ..CD: 15.98 standing of Hand in Hand & Heart to Heart ^MJlff Hallowe'en. Written The last work produced by Kay Gardner before Lavender Light: The Black and People of All and performed by her unexpected death in August 2002, this choral Starhawk and the release features original chants by a group of Colors Lesbian & Gay Gospel Choir Reclaiming Collective, women from Bangor with whom Kay has been This fabulous, one-of-a-kind chorus has thrilled NY women and men working for 9 years. Through these 20 chants and audiences for many years with their boundless energy working to link earth- songs of affirmation and empowerment, the 40 and vocal mastery. And their 1994 release guaran­ based spirituality and singers and 4 drummers seek to create safe, tees the rest of the world the opportunity! It spans the eco-feminist politics... sacred space for exploring women's spirituality rich musical terrain of gospel music, with selections and friends. (REC2) through music. One of the songs was written by ranging from rocking, hand-clapping numbers to anthems to spirituals, including stunning arrange­ CD: 15.98 Kay's surviving partner, Colleen Fitzgerald, and is about setting one's spirit free. It's magical - a true ments of Over My Head, Oh Glory, and I've Been memoir of Kay's everlasting spirit and monumen­ 'Buked. Founded to preserve the Black Gospel tradi­ tal contribution to the musical community of tion in an environment supportive of lesbian and gay women across the earth and in other realms.. people, the choir brings a message of hope and inspi­ (WGS101) CD: 15.97 ration that will make you shout for joy. (LVL1) CD: 15.98

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.'•'." •' . • -' BUSINESS jj Sweet Honey In The ti^ft Rock is a Grammy Award- World Music winning African American female & acappella and percussion ensemble with deep musical roots in the sacred music of the black church- spirituals, hymns, gospel-as well as For a multitute of World Music genres - it v jazz and blues. 5 women join their Latin American, Asian, African, powerful voices, along with hand percussion instruments, to create a Middle Eastern, Celtic & British Isles, blend of melodious lyrics, dramatic European, Canadian, & more - movement, and narrative that vari­ ously relates history, point the fin­ browsable by category and artist, : , 1t~ ger at injustice, encourage activism, visit Ladyslipper's website at and sing the praises of love. Sweet Linda Tillery & The Cultural Heritage Choir Honey has been a glorious, evolving process of www.ladyslipper.org Say Yo' Business growth and change throughout its 30-year existence, On this 2001 release, Linda and the cultural heritage but the constant is their commitment to the musical choir are joined by a host of musical greats, including forms of their heritage, ancestral and modern as a unifying, communal force against oppression of all Aine Minogue -- Laura Love, Kitka, Odetta, Richie Havens, and Wilson Celtic Meditation Music Pickett! Recorded live at several folk festivals and types. Celebrate their 30th anniversary with this stun­ ning 2003 recording, produced by Toshi Reagon and If prayers were music, what would they sound like? cultural centers, the songs are newly-arranged tradi­ Irish harpist Aine Minogue offers her artful answer on tional, inspirational spirituals and international folk released the year before founder Bernice Johnson Reagon's official retirement. (EB3829) CD: 16.97 this CD - a collection of original songs based on songs with a call and response energy. This is what ancient Celtic prayers, specifically composed for med­ LIVE albums should be: the joy of musicians playing itation and relaxation. Using traditional poetry as together! Depicting a time in history of remarkable tri­ Ysaye Barnwell divine inspiration, she crafts a set of instrumental umph and endurance of the human spirit, they inspire 'slow airs' - feminine, expressive, and dynamic songs hope and unity in today's world. Includes Wayfaring Singing in the African American Tradition This 4-CD set with that transpose the silent spaces between the Stranger, I'm Angry, Stand Tall & Be Happy, Lift Ev'ry lines of Celtic prayer to melody. This will immerse Voice & Sing. (EB76762) CD: 16.97 instructional booklet teaches rhythms, fans both old and new in the haunting, modal harmonies, vocal tones of the harp, turning the act of listening into Sweet Honey in the Rock techniques and styl­ an invitation to an ancient sacred space. (SND787) Breaths istic subtleties of the CD: 16.97 This compact disc-only release is a combination of African American the cassette titles Good News and We All... singing tradition. Everyone of Us. Includes Biko, Ella's Song, Oughta Angelique Kidjo -jflftb. Sweet Honey mem­ Black Ivory Soul Mijir Be A Woman, More Than A Paycheck, Azanian ber Ysaye Barnwell Freedom Song, Study War No More, Chile Your On her seventh album, which was nominated for teaches all the parts the 2003 Grammy Awards for Best World Music Waters Run Red Through Soweto, title and more. to 20 wonderful Over 60 minutes in length. (FF105) CD: 17.97 Album, this artist from Benin explores the musical choral and congre­ kinship between Africa and Brazil, as she incor­ gational songs, Sweet Honey in the Rock porates a festive mix of rhythms from both coun­ including Chants and tries. Dave Matthews makes a guest appearance Sacred Ground Calls; Spirituals; on the song Iwoya. (COL85799) CD: 14.99 African American religious music, born of oppression Early Gospel; Songs and tempered by resistance, profoundly influences of the Civil Rights almost every other modern genre: jazz, blues, rock Movement and Azam AM -jSJi- and even country. On this 1995 release, this peerless Contemporary South African Songs of Resistance Portals of Grace ensemble revisits traditional African American reli­ and Protest. Perfect for individuals, church, camp On her 2002 debut solo release, the lead vocalist of gious music with reverence and passion, and adds and community groups of any background. the Iranian duo Vas presents innovative interpreta­ their own boldly original explorations of what "sacred" Recommended by Alice Walker, Ronnie Gilbert, Pete tions of medieval sacred and love songs, weaving tra­ means today. Wo More Auction Block and Jordan Seeger, and Ladyslipper! (HOM1) CD: 49.98 ditional European River testify to faith and fortitude during centuries of instruments with slavery, whereas Mystic Oceans and Would You vocal ornamenta­ Harbor Me expand and clarify modern notions of Various Artists -ijgjj- tion and instru­ sanctity and right action. Together, these songs cre­ Shout, Sister, Shout! ments of her ate a deeply personal yet evocative journey, delving A Tribute to Sister Rosetta Tharpe Iranian heritage. into the mists of distant memory for contemporary rel­ This 2003 release features an all-star cast of female Influenced by evance. (EB42580) CD: 16.97 singers (Sweet Honey, Toshi Reagon, Odetta, Janis Hildegard von Ian, Maria Muldaur, Bonnie Raitt etc.), performing Bingen, this 2002 Sweet Honey in the Rock some of the best songs associated with the ground­ release reflects breaking artist who blurred the lines between gospel Ali's exploration of Still On the Journey: 20th Anniv. and secular music. Sister Rosetta Tharpe (1915- the music and sto­ Celebrating 20 years of performances, this 1993 1973) has been hailed as one of the greatest sancti­ ries of medieval release demonstrates the unequaled mastery of these fied gospel singers of her generation. A charismatic Europe, drawing 5 African-American women warriors for justice — as performer who accompanied herself on guitar, she from Sephardic, they continue to push the boundaries of unaccompa­ combined spirituals with blues and swing music of the Breton, and Latin nied choral music, singing a wide range of African- '30s and '40s to become one of the most popular sources. American traditional song styles, including blues, bal­ artists of the time. The enhanced CD also includes a lads, hymns and rap. Songs include Wanting (NA11390) CD: video clip of Sister Rosetta Tharpe performing Down 16.97 Memories, Run On For a Long Time, Ballad of the By The Riverside. (MC0050) CD: 17.97 Broken Word, Come By Here, No Mirrors In My Nana's House, Sojourner's Battle Hymn. Produced by Lila Downs Zap Mama -iSafe- mother-daughter team Bernice Johnson Reagon and •tfflfip- Una Sangre: One Blood Toshi Reagon. 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The repertoire of music - not some lofty ideal of divinity, but rather a this powerful acappella ensemble of strong sense of community and their relationships African-American women singers with history. Her covers an unprecedented range of voice ranges original and traditional songs based from inviting, as in an historical legacy of resistance on Dignificada - against oppression. With an excit­ a gorgeous, gui­ ing range of vocal styles and har­ tar-driven song monic blends, this 2-volume edition about a female features many of their most- lawyer assassi­ requested songs, including Fannie nated in 2002 Lou Hamer, Oughta Be a Woman, for fighting for Testimony, Biko, They Are Falling human rights - All Around Me, More Than a to downright Paycheck, On Children, Breaths, penetrating, with plus 2 previously unreleased tracks, selections like As Long As I Have Breath In My the darkly Body and Cape Fear River Chant enchanted Cielo — 34 in all! (FF667) CD: 24.97 RojO. (NA76757) CD: 17.97

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Alice Gomez t Obsidian Butterfly In the Aztec culture, Obsidian Butterfly is one of many female deities associated with the earth and its fertility. On this 1999 release, in collaboration with her long-time musical associates Madalyn Blanchett and Marilyn Rife, this flutist/composer again draws upon her multi-cultural background to create music inspired by the ancient rhythms and melodies of North, Central and South America. Celebrating the Lila Downs splendors of the earth including scenic landscapes Border (La Linea) Various Artists and ancient ruins, it features an impressive array of percussion instruments, including marimba, log Lila reflects through her art the most personal and A Woman's Heart - A Decade On drums, Peruvian bombo, guiro, Indian gourd cabasa, deep side of the Mexican and Mixtec traditions. Her Mary Black has produced a 3rd compilation featuring and dance bells. (SWR919) CD: 16.97 intense performances, provocative voice, and bold women artists inspired by the music of the Celtic and lyrics have made her a phenomenon wherever she British Isles. This welcome 2002 CD, coming 10 years performs and a superstar in her native Mexico. after the first, continues the celebration with 18 differ­ Joanne Shenandoah Forging a bridge between culture and time, this 2001 ent artists or groups. There's a difference in the Matriarch release presents a collection of stirring songs inspired approach this time; in addition to Irish artists such as This 1996 release is a collection of complex women's by border life, the plight of migrant workers, and the Maura O'Connell and Eleanor McEvoy, included here songs rooted in the history of the Haudenosaunee hardships endured by indigenous peoples. are Americans Eva Cassidy, Alison Krauss, and Dolly (the People of the Longhouse), composed to honor all Accompanied by pre-Colombian and Mexican folk Parton. It's not just contemporary artists doing old women as the Lifegivers and as a "series of thanks­ instruments, she infuses jazz, gospel and hip-hop Irish classics; many of the songs are from the artists' givings for the bounties of Mother Earth, the true influences into traditional cumbias, creating powerful recent CD's and yet, the Celtic connection is obvious. Matriarch and sustainer of us all." Recording of music in any language. (NA10265) CD: 16.97 Sinead O'Connor's opener, This Is To Mother You, Joanne's solo voice was done on ancient village sites features an intensely emotional offer of love. Dolores with live sounds of water, wind and fowl; subtly com­ plementing instrumentation includes Native American Mercedes Sosa Keane and Tommy Sands share vocals on Where Have All the Flowers Gone? Now you may not think flute, percussion, and resonating stones. The liner 30 Anos notes offer an excellent overview of Haudenosaunee Wow - what a fantastic compilation!! Celebrating and you need another version of this song, but this may be the best interpretation you've ever heard. And, women's history and culture; individual songs are representing 30 years of performance, this album named after women members of the Shenandoah contains some of her very best material ever, includ­ includes the Mary Black duet with Emmylou Harris on the title track. There is no filler on this CD! (BLX10077) family, with notes about their personalities and contri­ ing her earlier, more acoustic recordings, which this butions to the community. (SWR913) CD: 16.97 reviewer is admittedly quite partial to. Contains her CD: 18.97 beloved classic Gracias a La Vida, plus other favorites such as Alfonsina y El Mar, Si Se Calla El Various Artists Ulali Cantor, Luna Tucumana, her beautiful lullaby Duerme Wizard Women of the North Mahk Jchi Negrito, crowd pleaser Maria, Maria, and many oth­ The Wizard Woman of the North is a daughter of the Several of you have requested music by this First ers; songwriters covered include Violeta Parra, Maria Earth; she's a mother, a sister, a daughter, a worker, Nations women's acappella trio who have toured with Elena Walsh, and Atahualpa Yupanqui. It's probably a dancer, a poet, a gardener, a free spirit and a musi­ the Indigo Girls. ("We don't go by the name Native this long-time fan's favorite compilation... we highly cian; she honors traditions while she defies limits. America, because our blood and people are older highly recommend this one to both newcomers and This wonderful 1999 19-track compilation features tal­ than America will ever be and we don't recognize the devotees alike! (PLG518789) CD: 16.99 ented Norwegian, Swedish and Finnish women vocal­ borders.") Pura Fe (Katenuaga/ Tuscarora), Soni ists and instrumentalists who are '"taking the music of (Mayan/ Apache), and Jennifer (Katenuaga/ their foremothers and making it relevant to today." It Tuscarora) blend their talents to deliver a mystical Ofra Haza and sweeping sound which combines a variety of tra­ 50 Gates of Wisdom begins with "kulning" — the Nordic herding call that pierces the air. As the journey unfolds, the women's ditional and contemporary indigenous music of the Of Yemenite Jewish parentage, Ofra was one of voices lead us through evocations of wind, water Americas. Singing about struggles, and prophesies,- Israel's biggest stars, winning awards year after year, sprites, and rolling mists. This sampler will introduce their work is a form of personal and historic expres­ successfully combining her indescribable voice with you to many musicians you'll crave to hear more from sion. This album contains Mother, Women's Shuffle, traditional songs (up to 2500 years old!) and world (as it did for us with master of Hardanger fiddle Necklace of Broken Hearts, and their well-known title beat/ dance/ contemporary rhythms and instrumenta­ Annbjorg Lien); recommended! (NSD6033)CD: 16.97 track, which translates "Our Hearts." Highly recom­ tion... resulting in a sound so compelling, so driving, mended! (THR7581) CD: 18.98 so haunting, so moving, that language ceases to be Various Artists such a barrier. This 1987 album features Yemenite Various Native American Women Jewish music from one of the oldest communities in Lullabies from the Axis of Evil -*ffi'fo" the world, performed in Hebrew, Aramaic and Arabic; This unique and amazing 2004 compilation pairs Weaving the Strands the secular songs are traditionally sung only by singers from around the world singing in English with Native American compilations abound, but thus far women. Ofra was part of the Musica Mizrahi move­ the traditional lullabies sung by singers from Iran, we have encountered none so lovely as this 1998 col­ ment, which affirms its, identity as both Jewish and Iraq, Afghanistan, Palestine, Syria, Cuba and North lection... representing some of the most talented Middle Eastern. Very, very highly recommended. Korea. It goes without saying that these 'enemy' Native artists performing today, the track listing actu­ ally reads like a "Best of the Ladyslipper Native (SHN64002) CD: 17.97 states are filled with mothers and children, and of course our 'enemies' possess a remarkable capacity American Section"! It contains some of the loveliest selections from 12 albums from the Ladyslipper Savina Yannatou for love and warmth in a tradition of lullabies that spans generations of sense and memory, but this,col­ Catalog archive. Ulali, Walela (the Coolidge clan), Mediterranea lection makes the point poignantly clear. Vocalists on Joanne Shenandoah, Sharon Burch, Mary From the fertile landscape of the Mediterranean rim songs such as Peace Song; Stars Are Rising; Don't Youngblood, Joy Harjo, Alice Gomez, The Mankillers, comes this evocative, polyphonic offering of songs You Worry My Child include Sarah Jane Morris, Lila and Mishi Donovan contribute songs such as performed by one of the region's most stellar voices. Downs, Eddi Reader, Katya Cardenal, Nina Hagen, Woman's Dance, Wilma Mankiller's Song, For Anna Joining forces with the acclaimed Primavera en The Washington National Cathedral Girls Choristers, Mae Pictou Aquash and more. Very highly recom­ Salonico ensemble, she presents a mosaic of ethere­ and Rickie Lee Jones. (VLY15187) CD: 16.97 mended! (RF3001) CD: 16.97 al voice and rhythm frm the nearly-lost traditions of Greece, Tunisia, Sicily, Corsica, Albania, the Holy Various Native American Artists jWi|iit Land and more. Many languages and dialects are Various Artists Many Blessings -m^fc represented, as well as instrumentation: toumbeleki, Women of Latin America -JSJJ- bendir, kanonaki, daouL.an ethnomusicologist's Songs, chants, flutes and drums come alive as they Putumayo has created another compilation spotlight­ are brilliantly surrounded with visionary arrange­ dream. Several of these songs are ancient and sub­ ing some of the best musicians of the genre: lime love songs to women. (SND118) CD: 17.98 ments and modern production to create music that Lila Downs, Susana is uplifting, inspiring and authentic. This 2004 Baca, Lhasa, Tania compilation, featuring tracks from Joanne Sheila Chandra Libertad, and 6 oth­ Shenandoah, Mary Youngblood, R. Carlos Nakai, Moonsung: A Real World Retrospective ers. This 2004 Alice Gomez and others, truly celebrates Life, Critics and fans have long acknowledged Sheila release is an excel­ Nature, Earth and Spirit. (SWR940) CD: 16.97 Chandra as a pioneer in world music - from her leg­ lent compendium of endary work with Monsoon through her bold experi­ Latina artists today for ments with lyricless tones and textures, vocal percus­ the aficionada, and a sion, and minimalist solo voice and drone. This retro­ great intra for anyone Kfc Concert * spective showcases the extraordinary voice and inno­ wanting to start explor­ Benefitting the Sovereign Nations Preservation vative scope of this imaginative vocalist, with excerpts ing this rich musical Project, a non-profit provider of educational from her albums Abonecronedrone, Weaving My culture. (And don'tfor- media benefitting Native Americans, this 2004 Ancestors' Voices, and The Zen Kiss plus 2 previ­ get to browse the entire release is an inspirational musical journey of ously unreleased tracks. She seamlessly weaves Latina artist list on the Spirit. These live renditions of audience vocal styles of India, the Arab world, Andalucia, Ladyslipper's website at favorites from their studio recordings Walela Ireland and such ancient structures as Gregorian www.ladyslipper.org and Unbearable Love feature the marvelous plainsong. (RW47184) CD: 16.97 for a huge selection!) and magical harmonies that this women's trio (PUT228) CD: 15.99 (Rita Coolidge, Laura Satterfield, Priscilla Coolidge) is known and loved for. (WLA1) CD: 16.98

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Amy Ray Ann Reed Catie Curtis -jflSfo- Stag The Valentine Collection Dreaming In Romance Languages **'' Don't expect the typical Indigo Girls folk sound here: Love songs for any time, any season! While not only With this 2004 album, Catie presents us a manifesto this 2001 release expresses the edgier side of Amy for Valentine's Day, every song on this collection is at once inspiring and heart-stoppingly brave: we go Ray. She takes her politics all the way to the limits, truly a love song. And, while some people like to say on, we give it our all because the belief itself is what challenging sexism and misogyny as she goes. "The that "every song is a love song" (Google returns 309 makes us human. From the first, anthemic organ songs on Stag deal frankly with my confrontations instances of this phrase), here Ann took a generous punch of the leadoff track, Saint Lucy, Catie stakes with the oppressive elements of the music industry, 21 songs from her previous releases, and re-recorded her ground, ready to stand and deliver. 'Saint Lucy is my frustrations with imposed standards of gender all 4 of them for this loving release. A special note to the patron saint of blindness,' says Curtis, 'and to me around us, and the shortcomings I see in myself... lovers of the alto voice and folk guitar who may be she serves as a pretty apt metaphor for that inner The heart of the record is in that rebellion and in a new to Ann Reed: this one is for you. Makes a great search we're on.' In Deliver Me, her angels are hardly certain spirit of recovery I have found in the South, gift, too, of course. (TC16) CD: 16.98 the stuff of homilies, they're fallen and broken, soak­ and in that southern punk ethic — subversiveness ing in the muddy river, yet they manage to deliver with a smile." Includes Hey Castrator featuring Joan Ann Reed their redemption nonetheless. It's no easy task to mix Jett, Kate Shellenbach (Luscious Jackson) and anthemic rock rhythms, dark, heart-worn ballads and Josephine Wiggs (Dusty Trails); Lucystoners, was Through the Window giddy pop, but Catie does so with disarming ease, as recorded here in Durham NC with The Butchies; and For 2000, Ann treats us to another solid and intimate she displays an uncanny grace at seizing a specific 2 tracks with both The Butchies and backing vocals collection of original songs that many of us can relate object, a tiny moment and making it a tipping point in by Danielle Howie. (DAE19030) CD: 14.97 to, in her captivatingly deep and golden voice. / "e" is the lives of her characters. (VAN97572) CD: 16.97 a humorous but accurate description of the scary direction many of our lives seem to be taking into Ani DiFranco cyberworld... Look At Her Go proudly honors women Catie Curtis Knuckle Down in sports... Northern Star is a tribute to a long and A Crash Course in Roses As we go to press, that's the working (not final) title- steady love. All of you "Ann's fans" will welcome With the distinctly sweet twang in her voice and her for Ani's early 2005 release; call or check our website another chance to wrap yourselves up in her musings usual spirit and spark, Catie shines brighter than ever for further info - or order now! (RIG037) CD: 15.97 on life's journeys; in her rich musical palette of on this 1999 release, which beautifully displays the acoustic guitar, mandolin, accordion, harmonica, and emotional sincerity and musical vibrancy of her vocals Ani DiFranco -jjjjj- even the occasional dog bark; and most especially in and songwriting. The 13 tracks travel through a range Evolve her voice — as we do. (TC12) CD: 16.98 of stories and sounds with a loose and energetic vibe, Favoring whispers over screams and delicate, open as Catie and her band (including a djembe, wurlitzer, chords over power strumming, Ani's 2003 recording Ann Reed and electric mandolin player) improvise and rock out takes an intimate look at a world as determined to Timing Is Everything to create a rich and honest recording. Especially change as the singer herself. It encompasses a vari­ singable are Gave Me Love, World Don't Owe Me, Grab a cup of something hot and settle in for a cozy and Look At You Now. (RYK478) CD: 13.99 ety of styles, from soaring three-part harmonies and visit with Ann's 1997 collection of new love songs (/ DiFranco's trademark acoustic fireworks to horn- and Write a Letter, Love Like This), insightful tunes of clavinet-driven funk and syncopated Latin grooves. friendship (/ Will Be There For You, Watching Over Catie Curtis Ani's evolution as a producer and arranger is evident You), miss-you-baby blues (Can'f Sleep). Ann bor­ My Shirt Looks Good On You throughout; the record is a seamless blend of lush, rows the melody to Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend This 2001 release is Catie's strongest collection of vibrant textures, courtesy of the talented and versatile as a backdrop for Power Tools, a ditty which ought to songs yet — the lyrics are passionate and emotionally musicians who toured with her for several years become our office manager's theme song. The album direct, the melodies more memorable than ever, the before her recent return to performing solo, including title is taken from the chorus of Martha, a story of a voice clear and pure. Best of all, the excellent produc­ Julie Wolf on keyboards. Ani's as comfortable as ever homeless woman and her gradual journey from life's tion has captured Catie's engaging personality and with her fellow musicians, and vice versa; this is a mainstream to its littered streets ("Crazy didn't hap­ the energy of her great live shows, welcome news for carefully-crafted studio creation that possesses the pen overnight/ Just so you know/ Timing is every­ fans who already know the magic of seeing this great loose spontaneity of a live show.' (RIG030) CD: 15.97 thing"). Ann's award-winning guitar work is show­ performer play in person. Includes The Kiss That cased in the instrumental piece The Dark, The Counted, Now, and Bicycle Named Heaven. (RYK613) Ani DiFranco -iJJJir Outhouse & The Creatures on Either Side, one of a CD: 13.99 Educated Guess handful of tunes written on an island during an Artist- Ani did everything herself on this 2004 release, from in-Residence Program. If you've loved Ann's previous Catie Curtis performing every vocal and instrumental track using recordings as much as we have, you'll be quite From Years To Hours/The Early Recordings an 8-track recorder, to doing all the techie things in pleased with this one! (AML1101) CD: 16.98 Catie's excellent second recording, with its an uncan­ the privacy of her own home and in (as the liner notes ny blend of strength and vulnerability (a gorgeous say) "a shotgun shack in the Bywater neighborhood Anne Hills/ P Herdman/ C Mangsen combo) is back in print! It features 11 originals of New Orleans." It's her 13th studio album, her first Voices packed with evocative, bittersweet lyrics, a great solo album in 10 years, and even though she is When 3 of the most beautiful women's voices in folk folk/rock band (including Janet Hood on piano - known as Queen of DYI, it's surprisingly her most do- music — Anne Hills, Priscilla Herdman, and Cindy remember Jade and Sarsaparilla? - and a fabulous it-yourself record since her beginnings. Jazzy and Mangsen — collaborate on an album featuring their sax player, Myanna Pontoppidan), and of course, poetic in style, lyrics covers the gamut, from patrio­ perfect 3-part harmonies, the result's as fabulous as Catie's fantastic voice and acoustic guitar. Highlights tism to feminism to personal. (RIG034) CD: 15.97 their fans might expect! It took them two years to include the sadly sweet Grandmother's Name ('I've develop and record this project of traditional and con­ got my grandmother's name/ But she don't remember Ann Reed temporary songs, and their care and meticulousness who I am... 'Is it morning? Is it night?'/ She don't •JSJI- is evident. Perhaps a highlight is their acappella know/ Can't remember which is dark and/ Which is Gift of Age light'), the Ferron-ish Wallpaper Dreams, and the "I frankly don't know how Ann Reed continues to work; most songs include back-up by producer/cellist Abby Newton and other acoustic musicians. There's hilarious Preacher. Recommended!. (MGS102) CD: write tunes immediately likable. Ann's gift of age is 16.98 reflected not only in her steady maturing as an artist even a game included here: they don't tell you who but also in her ability to capture the simplest of life sings what when, you have to guess (there are some activities, such as greeting someone and crafting the clues...)! Includes Wayfaring Stranger, Waiting for Cheryl Wheeler essence of that moment into a lovely tribute to the joy Isabella, Requiem for the Giant Trees. Highly recom­ Sylvia Hotel and power of human connection. Highly recommend­ mended! (FF546) CD: 16.97 This stellar performer is outrageously funny one ed to those who love her music and to those folks not moment, and heartachingly vulnerable the next. With yet familiar with her musicianship and artful songwrit­ intelligent lyrics and graceful melodies, her original ing ability. It is an enjoyable, lovely album to give to songs range from poignant observations on love and anyone regardless of age!" - written by the real politics to hilarious parodies of 90's lifestyles. Amazon, a.k.a. Amazon Bookstore Cooperative, the Featuring the crowd-pleasin' If It Were Up To Me, this oldest feminist bookstore in North America! (TC15) '99 release hails from one of the premier singer/ CD: 16.98 songwriters on the contemporary folk scene. 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Cheryl Wheeler Different Stripe This 2003 release is a career-spanning compilation of one of the finest singer/songwriters in contempo­ rary folk music. Legendary as both a performer and a songwriter, Cheryl's poignant songs and exquisite voice are guaranteed to tug the heartstrings. This :: generous 19-track collection includes her best-loved ^m^ «msi!M songs from her eponymous first album up though her most recent release Sylvia Hotel. Also included are two previously unreleased tracks: Walk Around Downtown and Ghandi/Buddha. (PH1217) CD: 17.97

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www. la dyslipper, org Ladyslipper Catalog 27 Dar Williams Janis Ian -rffife- Mortal City Billie's Bones What can you say about brilliance? Well, a This 2004 release is Janis' 18th studio album is lot, really. This 1996 sophomore effort by no less than an excellent showcase of her superb critically acclaimed folk musician and Joan songwriting and sultry vocals. The mix includes Baez tourmate Dar Williams is so substan­ folk, jazz and blues styles with old songs never tial and exquisite and meaningful and before released, as well as brand new material. accomplished that it shines like polished Note, too - and this seems to be becoming quite bronze. Kicking off with the bouncing As a trend - our beloved Dolly Parton sits in on a Cool As I Am, an upbeat feminist tune with duet with Janis, the beautiful My Tennessee the sing-a-long anthem-esque chorus "I Hills. (OBR029) CD: 15.99 will not be afraid of women" can start your day right. February brings you down with Joan Armatrading -fffljl*- her wistfully evocative soprano and a ten­ Lover's Speak der metaphor for a failed love. The It was too long of a wait: 8 years since her last Christians and the Pagans is an endear­ recording of new material! But this 2003 ing story about a pagan lesbian cou­ release was worth waiting for. It harkens back ple sharing an ecumenical Christmastime celebration to some of her earliest days and our favorite tracks, with an uncle's family. Other songs such as The Eva Cassidy as she proves she is still a consummate singer, song­ Pointless, Yet Poignant, Crisis of a Co-Ed and Wonderful World "*Si&*" writer and guitarist. As Entertainment Weekly said, Southern California Wants To Be Western New Yori< The 11 tracks on this 2004 release have been select­ "Armatrading explores the interstices of reticence and live up to their billing. Oh, I could go on but I mustn't... ed to create a second primer and companion to confession, commitment and independence." highly I really mean it recommended. (RAT2821) CD: Songbird - it's basically a "best or compiled from her (DEN7185) CD: 16.97 16.97 other recordings (aside from Songbird). Includes the previously unreleased Waly, Waly, a traditional song Judy Collins -jjSBj- Dar Williams that Eva discovered on a Buffy Sainte-Marie album. -«Mjjf>- Sings Leonard Cohen: Democracy "*"^ The Beauty of the Rain (BLX10082) CD: 16.97 During the 60's, Judy Collins helped maKe the songs On this 2003 album, Dar showcases a new, fuller of Leonard Cohen rise to the top of the North sound, with richer and denser arrangements... as well Eva Cassidy jjQjftj. American new folk repertoire, with her unmatched as her mastery at mapping out the emotional terrain American Tune •wjtf* renderings of songs like Suzanne. In essence, Judy of people whose lives are in transition. "It can be a lit­ Featuring Eva's unique interpretations of 10 classic can be credited with putting Leonard Cohen, previ­ tle lonely sometimes being a girl with a guitar," she songs, this August 2003 release is filled with thrills ously known as a Canadian poet and novelist, on the says. "I wanted to reach out into the world and see musical map. Some of the best material ever record­ what else was going on.... The songs here are rooted and surprises... from her timeless reading of American Tune (Paul Simon's reflections on an ever- ed by Judy, these are classic songs you know and in a migration I made to New York from love already - even if you didn't know who wrote Massachusetts... (this recording) is more tied to an changing America) to Drowning The Sea Of Love (a searing blues-rock take on the Joe Simon 70's hit). them all - now gathered onto one CD, plus 3 new urban landscape. It takes on smaller conversations." Collins-Cohen collaborations. (EL76510) CD: 17.97 The album takes on a wide variety of subjects - tech­ (BLX10079) CD: 16.97 nology, identity struggles, dreams, impressionism and the tug of war between independence and intimacy. Eva Cassidy Kafe Wolf Anthology: Weaver of Visions (RAT2886) CD: 17.97 Live at Blues Alley Subtitled Weaver of visions, this track-packed, 2.5- Recorded at Blues Alley in Georgetown, Washington hour 2000 2-CD set threads together 35 of the artist's emma's revolution (with Pat Humphries) DC in 1996, this album was hailed by critics and fans best-known studio and live performances, recorded alike as an amazing solo debut album, despite Eva's between 1975-1986. The songs were chosen by one x 1,000,000 = change .-.. Kate for a 1986 retrospective, and by her collabora­ This 2004 release is the eagerly awaited -JgaBI- reservations about the whole project. It is a testa­ ment to her evolution as a performer, from a shy, tors, fans, friends, and family. Includes 2 previously debut CD from emma's revolution, the duo ^^"^ unreleased tracks, Shadow of a Life and The Minstrel; of award-winning, activist musicians, Pat Humphries reluctant singer to the amazing presence you'll expe­ rience here. True to form, Eva jumps from genre to live versions of 5 classics from her 1985 Austin City & Sandy O, whose songs have been featured on Limits appearance; She Rises Like the Dolphin, NPR's 'All Things Considered' and Pacifica's genre, covering artists from Sting to Billie Holiday. Tracks include Cheek to Cheek, Bridge Over Emma Rose, Unfinished Life, Safe at Anchor, Give 'Democracy Now!' A musical uprising of truth and Yourself To Love, Pacheco/The Redtail Hawk, The hope, it includes /f / Give Your Name, Grand Prize Troubled Water, Fields of Gold, and more. Very high­ ly recommended! (BLX10046) CD: 16.97 Wind Blows Wild, and other timeless and enduring Winner of the John Lennon Songwriting Contest; This songs. It's the definitive tribute to a great artist. Love, a powerfully intimate testimonial about GLBT marriage; and songs Eva Cassidy (RH75596) CD: 29.99 written for Songbird School of the We bring this incredible (and uncategorizable) vocal­ Kristen Hall Americas ist to you with great sadness and joy in our hearts — Fact and Fiction Watch, this 1998 best-of release was issued posthumously, This excellent 1992 release (we think it's her best CodePINK, as Eva died of cancer at age 33 in 1996. During her ever) showcases the artist's captivating songwriting, Asociaci6n lifetime, her notoriety was stifled by paralyzing stage contagious melodies, reflective lyrics, and distinctive Tepeyac de fright, yet those who did know of her versatile talents voice. Including both acoustic and band-oriented New York, sang her praises mightily... until the greater music songs, the album features guest appearances by Refugee and world both found and lost her simultaneously at her Emily Saliers (Indigo Girls), Cindy Wilson (B-52's) and Immigrant death, when she was awarded nine Wammies Sara Lee (Indigo Girls, ex-Gang of Four and B-52's). Women's (Washington Area Music Awards) in DC! She per­ It's one of our favorites around the office; many of us Network, formed folk, blues, gospel, and pop with equal flair, are especially taken with her song Out in the Country, Chesapeake adding new dimensions to all her interpretations. One and same with / Have My Reasons; highly recom­ Climate Action can almost hear the tears behind each note as she mended! (HST10316) Cassette: 2.99 ... CD: 5.99 Network, and flows effortlessly through everything from Wade in the Rachel Carson Water to Over the Rainbow, from Pete Seeger's Oh, Libby Roderick Center. (MFM3413) Had IA Golden Thread to Sting's Fields of Gold. We If the World Were My Lover CD: 16.98 think you'll be blown away by her artistry; highly rec­ This feminist singer/ songwriter just keeps getting ommended! (BLX10045) CD: 16.97 better, as she proves on this 1993 release, which will Eva Cassidy truly move you to see the world as your lover. -tfljft*- Imagine Eva Cassidy Includes the hauntingly beautiful title song; a hilarious Who could pass up another Eva album with all previ­ Time After Time country swing number Heaven Down Here; the ously unreleased recordings? In addition to the Few vocalists can bring tears to this editor's eyes poignant Because You Do; and Libby's first rock and famous John Lennon song, this 2002 release also within the first few measures of the opening track, but roll song Thunder, which warns of the rise of funda­ includes her as-usual brilliant interpretations of Fever, Eve Cassidy's music can. She was the consummate mentalism in US politics. (TRT1003) CD: 16.97 Who Knows Where The Time Goes, Early Morning song interpreter, both her talent and vocal qualities Rain, and You've Changed. (BLX10075) CD: 16.97 bringing to mind the late and great Sandy Denny. Libby Roderick Released post-humously in 2000, fans will wonder: If You See a Dream Eva Cassidy where do they keep finding such treasures? This is a For fans of music that delivers a message, the voice Eva By Heart stunning and eclectic collection of previously-unre- of this Alaska feminist is not to be missed. Her This post-mortem collection was released by Eva's leased contemporary songs and timeless standards: acoustic sound accents vital and beautiful lyrics in parents in 1998, two years after her her death from Cyndi Lauper's title track, Paul Simon's Kathy's Song, songs inspired by the many struggles of women. By melanoma. It contains 11 of her most beloved songs, Joni's Woodstock, Bill Withers' Ain't No Sunshine, far the most popular song here is her internationally including traditional folk and spiritual songs. Never Harlan Howard's / Wish I Was a Single Girl Again, acclaimed, poignantly simple ballad, How Could really able to be categorized, Eva was adept at jazz, and more. Let yourself be graced by a true miracle — Anyone Ever Tell You, which has been sung in every­ blues, folk, and gospel, and this collection demon­ highly recommended! (BLX10073) CD: 16.97 _mAa_ thing from incest recovery groups to kindergarten strates her amazing versatility as a vocalist. Even classes to peace gatherings. Also notable is Rosa, a though Eva never actively sought a career in music, Jams Ian ••" tribute to women of color in general, and to Audre she considered it her obligation to share her gift, Live - Working Without a Net (2-CD Set) Lorde, Winnie Mandela, Alice Walker, Fannie Lou which she fulfilled by arranging classic standards for This 31-track double CD - which of course includes Hamer, Rosa Parks and others in particular; addition­ her voice, keyboard, and guitar so that they became a major songs like At Seventeen, Society's Child, and ally includes When I Hear Music, about the true roles true expression of herself. Includes Songbird, How Jesse - was recorded live during various shows of women; Don'f Give Up, inspired by an annual End Can I Keep From Singing, Wayfaring Stranger, Blues between 1991 & 2003. "This set could serve equally Violence Against Women and Children speakout; and in the Night, and more. Highly recommended! well as a greatest hits for those who own only one Ian a great re-write of America, America in which God is (BLX10047) CD: 16.97 album and as a reimaging for her longtime fans." - asked to shed Her grace on thee! An excellent debut Dirty Linen Folk Music Magazine (OBR026) CD: 16.97 album. (TRT1001) CD: 16.97

28 Ladyslipper Catalog orders@ladyslipper. org Orders: 800-634-6044 Libby Roderick Peter, Paul & Mary -fJSJi- Thinking Like a Mountain In These Times This exquisitely-produced 1991 release from The most celebrated American folk-singing group Alaska's feminist phenomenon contains 11 original ever... their very name is synonymous with a certain songs that Libby often performs in concert, including sound and ethic. This 2004 release, their first new Country * title plus Is That What You Really Want, about staying studio album in nearly a decade, showcases their true to our deepest dreams, Go, Holy Thing to Love, unwavering commitment to America's folk heritage and Dancing in Front of the Guns, to inspire us to and social justice . . . and, of course, their extraordi­ meet the social and ecological challenges of out nary voices, which shine on this uplifting release. Bluegrass times. Recommended. (TRT1002) CD: 16.97 Produced by PP&M themselves, it con­ Libby Roderick tains 12 new Lay It All Down recordings includ­ Alison Krauss & Union Station When we heard the news about this 1997 release ing originals by New Favorite from the Alaskan chanteuse who christened our new each trio member, This 2001 collection is a set of artful, soulful songs building with its first live concert, we were excited, as plus selections by that will appeal not only to the many established well as a bit curious. Could Libby really follow up her Pete Seeger, fans of bluegrass, but also to listeners who have dis­ first three recordings with another collection of origi­ Anne Feeney, covered their music through sources such as the nal, introspective, poetic, articulate, politically con- Gene Nelson, Bill phenomenally successful film O Brother Where Art cious and spiritually inspired songs? The answer is a Staines, and Thou? Under the direction of vocalist and fiddler definitive and resounding YES! Don't let the tender more. Complete Alison Kraus, the band members unite their formida­ vocals fool you; Libby's power lies in her lyrics. Songs lyrics are reprint­ ble talents to present 13 tracks of hard-driving blue- include / Wish I Still Believed in Angels, Road to ed in the CD grass, introspective ballads and everything in- Ecstasy, Hold Your Ground, Forgiveness, and Listen booklet, including between. Includes Momma Cried, Choctaw Hayride, To a Devil (that's Jamie Sieber on cello — she's no a new poem by Bright Sunny South. (ROU0495) CD: 17.97 Mary Travers. devil tho!). (TRT1004) CD: 16.97 (RH73957) CD: Alison Krauss & Union Station 17.97 Melissa Ferrick Live! (2-CD Set) "^3©^ •tf&fih The Other Side Their first ever live recording, this 2002 double CD, This eagerly-awaited 2004 studio album from indie Peter, Paul & Mary "*{ij'//*" featuring 2 new songs, won the Grammy for Best rocker Melissa Ferrick marks the first time that she Carry It On (4-CD + DVD Box Set) Bluegrass album. (ROU0515)CD: 19.97 has made a record truly on her own. She played With roots tied to seminal folkies Trie Weavers, every instrument as well as recorded, produced, and Peter, Paul and Mary defined the 60's folk revival Dolly Parton engineered the entire project. Her artistry shines and, surpassing that, their unwavering commitment Little Sparrow through this intensely personal process, showcasing peace and social justice made them the conscience This is an AMAZING album! Combining folk, blue- the emotional vulnerability of her lyrics, her masterful of an entire era. In an unprecedented way, they com­ grass, and Irish music, Dolly continues along the path guitar work and the passion of her live shows. Fans municated political concerns through music, reaching she forged with her Grammy-winning and critically both new and old will share in Ferrick's uncompro­ millions with their acclaimed The Grass Is Blue. Although this one's not mising talent. (ROR1588) CD: 15.98 message - as when all bluegrass, it's just as rootsy and remarkable, if not they sang at the his­ more so. The Irish group Altan appears on several of Pamela Means toric 1963 March on the tracks, and harmony vocals are performed by Single Bullet Theory -JSJJ- Washington, where Alison Krauss and Maura O'Connell. 3 tracks are Pamela Means is a Boston-based Out (spoken), Martin Luther King, newly written by Dolly herself (Little Sparrow, Bluer Biracial indie folk artist whose "kamikaze guitar Jr., delivered his 'I Pastures, and Marry Me), the others are stunning re- style" and punchy provocative songs have worn a Have A Dream' interpretations of the songs of others as well as her hole in her guitar. Armed with razor wit poetry and speech. own earlier work. Even if you're not a fan of her com­ irresistable charm, her "stark, defiant songs" (New Phenomenally popu­ mercial country standards, check this 2001 album out York Times Magazine) set the status quo and the lar from the start — it really is stunning, and very highly recommended! stage afire. Quoting her inspiration, Warrior Poet (beginning with (SUG3927) CD: 16.97 Audre Lorde, Pamela asks "I am myself - a Black 1962's self-titled woman warrior poet doing my work - come to ask debut, their first three albums hit #1, Dolly Parton J you, are you doing yours?" With Truth as ammuni­ Live and Well (2-CD Set) QE2fc tion, a Pamela Means performance brings the fight #2, and #1, respec­ tively), they've This 23-track 2004 double CD features great songs for social justice and human dignity to the forefront from her critically-lauded back-to-her-roots bluegrass of a new generation. These 11 tracks include some amassed a singular­ ly beautiful repertoire albums, plus a healthy helping of some of her all-time band, some solo, some spoken word, produced by classic country hits! Featuring her hand-picked back­ Pamela. It's tender and fierce, subtle and unflinching, replete with sublime harmonies and uplifting songs. One of the most up band, the Blue-niques, addressing everything from corrupt cops to coming this concert experience out, from Bush and his cronies to Jim Crow. If you enduring acts in music, they're part of the centuries- tradition of Americans raising their voices reveals to all who couldn't like Dr. Bronner's soap, you'll probably love Pamela! get into her sold-out 13-city (That's no joke.) (WR1005) CD: 16.97 in song for freedom's sake. That activist heritage thrives, as new generations contin­ tour of 2002 the absolute ue to discover PP&M. This 2004 box set sheer joy and fun of the Pat Humphries spans the years 1956-2003, containing over legendary Dolly Parton's Same Rain five hours of music, and featuring more than live act. Includes Jolene, Back in our catalog, by popular demand! Pat's the 80 remastered tracks on 4 CDs! The bonus 9 to 5, I Will Always Love kind of songwriter you stumble upon very infrequently DVD features rare footage including vintage You, Coat of Many — one with the ability to anthemize common strug­ live performances of If I Had A Hammer from Colors, Stairway to gles and triumphs. She sings in a clear, steady voice, the 1963 Civil Rights March on Washington, Heaven, The Grass Is often in lovely self-harmonies, songs which name us, Leaving On A Jet Plane with John Denver, Blue, My Tennessee for all our differences, as beings all washed in the and clips from their 1970 PBS documentary Mountain Home, Rocky same rain. Common Thread is a beautiful ode written (RH73907) CD: 64.97 Top... How can you on the eve of the Michigan Women's Music Festival, pass it up?? (SUG3998) 2-CD: 19.99 while Face the Music celebrates the support and vali­ SONiA dation many of us felt upon listening to Women's -*M'^»- Music on the radio. Includes her well-known Never No Bomb Is Smart Turning Back, sung at rallies and marches every­ SONiA penned all 12 Americana tracks here except for the opening Wo More Songs, by the where — not only was it her first song, she composed Dolly Parton & Various Artists ^^^ it at a workshop in two minutes!! (MFM360) CD: 15.98 late Phil Ochs. She is joined by members from Dixie Chicks' band ... and on vocals by her sister. Just Because I'm a Woman: JfSfa- This renaissance of SONiA's and CiNDY's harmonies Songs of Dolly Parton — Pat Humphries - a.k.a. disappear fear - brings the power and magic Marking the 35th anniversary of Dolly's first solo RCA Hands of 60's protest music back to life. album — entitled, you guessed it, Just Because I'm The long-awaited follow-up to Pat's (DSP1009) CD: 16.98 A Woman — this 2003 collection of the same name, 1992 debut Same Rain promises to featuring a veritable who's who of contemporary become another folk classic. Rooted Tracy Chapman -rffife- female recording superstars, spotlights the songwrit­ in the tradition of social activism Let It Rain ing talent of one of the most gifted performers in through music, her 2001 release American music history. Dolly has penned more than recounts the government's indiffer­ Over the course of five albums, Tracy Chapman has sold 34 million 3,000 songs, and fresh, new versions of many of her ence to the struggles of American all-time classics are included here: Coat of Many Indians (Indanee), sweat shops in albums worldwide, won four Grammy Awards and garnered Colors, 9 to 5, Jolene. Interpretations of some of her "Third World" countries (Wo Sweat), best recent material are also present, including The and the plight of migrant and rural tremendous acclaim from fans and critics arund the globe. This 2002 Grass Is Blue, Little Sparrow, and Dagger Through workers (Cold Cup Of Water). The The Heart. Includes performances by Alison Krauss, title song, written but never album blossoming with stories that matter, songs that ring true, and, of Melissa Etheridge, Norah Jones, Joan Osborne, released by Phil Ochs, is a strong, Shelby Lynne, Mindy Smith, Emmylou Harris, Shania pro-labor anthem; Pat also pays course, her remarkable, stirring voice. (EL62803) CD: 18.97 Twain with Alison Krauss & Union Station, Kasey homage to activist songwriters Chambers, Sinead O'Connor, Allison Moorer, and before her by covering Bread And Me'Shell N'dedgeOcello, as well as a new recording Roses and We Were There. of the title track by Dolly herself. (SUG3980) CD: 18.97 Recommended! (APR1045) CD: 17.97

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www. ladyslipper. org Ladyslipper Catalog 29 Emmylou Harris Anthology (2-CD Set) In addition to bringing country music to people who never considered listening to something considered Blues * Jazz * R&B * Divas so "politically incorrect", Emmylou brought true coun­ try, as opposed to pop-country, to long-time country music fans. This amazing, 44-song collection chroni­ cles her career from 1975-1990, when she brought many overshadowed songwriters into public aware­ For hundreds of women artists in these genres & more, ness with her unique soprano twang and smart col­ laborations with other talented vocalists and musi­ visit Ladyslipper's website at www.ladyslipper.org cians. Includes Sweet Dreams, The Boxer, If I Needed You, Too Far Gone, and Wayfaring Stranger, among others. This 2001 set delivers 2+ hours of Aretha Franklin Suede classic country by one of its greatest interpreters! The Very Best of Aretha Franklin, Vol. 1 Barely Blue (RH76705) CD: 29.99 Includes Respect, (You Make Me Feel Like A) This 1991 follow-up to Suede's debut is more jazzy/ Natural Woman, Do Right Woman - Do Right Man, bluesy stylistically, and includes several concert Chain of Fools...in other words, just what the title Gillian Welch •^SSjt favorites {Sister, My Foolish Heart) as well as previ­ Soul Journey says. (RH71598) CD: 12.99 ously unrecorded Gillian says this one is "the sunniest record I've ever works. She inter­ made." If you know her earlier work, you'll know that Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, et al prets two John "sunny" surely is a relative term, especially with songs B////e, Ella, Lena, Sarah! Bucchino songs, // like Wo One Knows My Name, Lowlands, and Containing works by Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, / Ever Say I'm Wrecking Ball. You can't find any better than this Lena Home and Sarah Washington, this 1994 col­ Over You and artist for striking a soulful old timey music mood. lection has been growing and changing since the Puddle of Love, (ACN305) CD: 17.97 release of "Ella, Lena and Billie" in 1956. Featuring as well as some of the most significant recordings by some of Measure of Jo Miller and Laura Love the greatest jazz singers ever, it includes Billie's What Sadness, co-writ­ a Little Moonlight Can Do, Ella's My Melancholy ten by John Sing Bluegrass and Old-Time Music Baby, Sarah's East of the Sun (And West of the Bucchino and Ranch Romance's lead singer and the inimitable Moon). (COL57638) CD: 15.99 Ron Romanov- Laura Love join forces on this '95 release of 16 lovely, sky. Always an intense, pretty much traditional bluegrass and old- Gaye Adegbalola audience time songs — most of them duets. Full of fast-paced -^SSt favorite on any raves, beautiful ballads, and yes, yodeling, it features Neo-Classic Blues From a founding member of Saffire — The Uppity stage, we wel­ accompaniment by come this the amazing dobro/ Blues Women, comes this 2004 release, inspired by the glaring omission of blueswomen from artist's second mandolin player baby! (EAS1002) CD: 16.97 Orville Johnson, MartinScorcese's PBS series "The Blues." "Classic plus Nancy Katz, Blues" were the first blues to be recorded for popu­ Nova Devonie and lar consumption. Grounded in folk blues combined Suede David Keenan of with vaudeville stylings, it was almost exclusively On the Day We Met Ranch Romance. performed by women: often fiercely independent This hour-long, live 2001 release includes Jo and Laura have "wild women," unashamed to lay their souls bare. Moondance, Sugar In My Bowl, Emily Remembers, been occasionally They were the first to chronicle topics like domestic Miss New Orleans, Harold Arlen Medley, Dream a performing as the abuse, alcoholism, prostitution, homosexuality, gen­ Little Dream, Built For Comfort and more! From jazz Jo Miller/ Laura der politics, racism and other social conditions, and, scat a la Ella, to naughty blues, to love ballads that Love Connection, of course, sex. Featuring Roddy Barnes on piano, it will make you swoon... in the words of the venerable between their includes B.D. Woman's Blues (B.D. for bulldagger) Kate Clinton, "No kidding, Suede's voice will blow other commit­ by Lucille Bogan (aka Bessie Jackson), Ma Rainey's your hair back!" Not only is this a live recording, but it ments, and crowd Prove It On Me Blues, and more from the repertoires was recorded in one take at The Birchmere in response has of Sippie Wallace, Bessie Smith, Alberta Hunter, Alexandria, VA and it still sounds fabulously polished. been phenome­ Memphis Minnie and Gaye herself! (HTM1920) CD: It's a wonderful, fun album of great songs, interpreted nal; so if you 16.98 by this most talented jazz singer. (EAS1003) CD: 16.97 haven't yet, catch their gig here! (ROC100) CD: 16.97 Marian McPartland Queen Latifah jfl*%t The Music of Mary Lou Williams She's a Queen: Greatest Hits ^SpF This 1994 album from the great jazz pianist Marian This 2002 collection from the queen of hip-hop Various Artists McPartland marks the first time anyone has ever includes trademark hits such as the 1989 ground­ recorded an entire album of the legendary Mary Lou breaking Ladies First (with Monie Love) Latifah's O Sister! Women's Bluegrass Collection Williams' timeless music (besides the Had It Up 2 Here, and U.N.I.T.Y. - as well as a few Although the early days of bluegrass saw performers composer/pianist herself). Of the 14 tunes in this previously unreleased gems. (MOT4415) CD: 15.99 adhering to a strict, if unspoken law of 'men only,' heartfelt tribute, 11 were penned by Ms. Williams, women performers began challenging that rule early most of them based on the blues. Of the 3 non-MLW Queen Latifah -iDtfe. on, to carve out an endearing legacy in spite of nar­ cuts, 2 were favorites of hers: It's a Grand Night for row social boundaries. This 2001 compilation Swingin' (her theme song) and My Blue Heaven; the The Dana Owens Album t^/t explores women's vast contributions to this unique other, Thenrody, is a McPartland floating waltz dedi­ Performing under her given name, 'Dana' expands American art. It's a release with substance, featuring cated to Mary Lou. The stripped down sound of the her repertoire on her first-ever non-rap album to cover 19 choice tracks, many of them collaborations: Hazel piano/bass/drums format ensures delightful treatment pop, jazz and R&B classics such as Lush Life, I Put a Dickens and Alice Gerrard, The Cox of such classics as What's Your Story, Morning Spell On You, California Dreamin' and Hello Stranger. Family with Glory?, to which someone else's later and more 'Even on my rap albums, you can hear the influence Alison Krauss, famous tune, Black Coffee, seems eerily similar of jazz and big band and reggae and all forms of Kathy Kallick, (Hmmm...). A must-have for jazz fans or any fans of music, though I could only sing on the hooks.' Laurie Lewis, great American music! (CJ4605) CD: 16.99 (INT3502) CD: 16.99 Claire Lynch, Lynn Morris & Various Artists Rhonda Vincent. Saffire - (ROU0499) CD: The Uppity Blues Women Sirens of Song: Classic Torch Singers 17.97 Ain't Gonna Hush! Ahhh, yessssss... Even if you don't smoke and you keep all the lights turned up high, it would be impossi­ We hope they never will. Gaye Adegbalola, Ann ble not to enjoy the sounds of Julie London, Sarah Various Artists Rabson, and Andra Faye cook up some more great Vaughan, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Songcatcher tunes on this 2001 release, their first studio record­ Garland, Lena Home, Marlene Dietrich, Eartha Kitt, Rarely does a ing in half a decade, with loads of humor, passion Edith Piaf, Etta James, Nina Simone Dinah soundtrack come and rollicking soul. It features fabulous originals like Washington, Carmen McRae, LaVern Baker and Ruth around that makes Coffee Flavored Kisses, Blues for Sharon Bottoms, Brown. With such a stellar collection of some of the me think, "I guess I and Happy Birthday To Me ... plus covers of all-time great women of pop, jazz and R&B what are don't need to see Birthday Suit, Nobody Ever Touched Me There and you waiting for? (RH72514) CD: 12.99 the movie because title track. Down home acoustic instrumentation this is surely the includes guitar, piano, upright bass, mandolin, fiddle and harp. (ALL4880) CD: 16.97 Various Artists best part of it," or "now I have to see this movie Fruit Cocktail because a soundtrack this good must go with a great An effervescent mix of tangy Latin rhythms, sweet movie." Listening to this beautiful 2000 release caus­ Suede jazz and luscious late-night ballads grace this 1998 es both of those thoughts to simultaneously run Easily Suede first-ever rainbow collection of lesbian and gay through my head. This is the ultimate compilation for Suede's1988 solo debut features an intriguing blend 'lounge' music. What an array of performers! any and all fans of traditional folk and old-time music of jazz and light rock styles; she communicates every­ Rhiannon, Lea DeLaria, Holly Near, Irene Farrera, sung by today's most beautiful voices including Dolly thing from a dream for world peace, as in From A Michael Callen, Tom Robinson... and even an ultra- Parton, Emmylou Harris, Allison Moorer, Patty Distance, to the strictly fun and seductive Doncha cool jazz number from Steven Grossman whose Loveless, Julie Miller, Maria McKee, Sara Evans, Wanna Know (You Got Me Where You Want Me). 1974 Mercury album Caravan Tonight was probably Gillian Welch, and Deana Carter. Whether or not you Self-produced, and it's Suede on all vocals, piano, the first release on a major label by an out gay artist. choose to see the movie, this soundtrack is a neces­ guitar and trumpet! You've loved her at shows, finally It's a zesty, heady musical brew for sure, though sity for anyone who loves and respects roots music. you can take her home...her music, that is. (EAS1001) served not-so-straight up! (ST1005) CD: 5.99 (VAN79586) CD: 16.97 CD: 16.97

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Amasong Olympia's Daughters Amai Deep Peace Amai means "mother" or "woman" in Shona, the lan­ This inspiring women's acappella vocal ensemble guage of Zimbabwe. This lesbian-feminist chorus is began as a 9-member group in 1989, primarily dedicated to performing material that celebrates all singing rounds as a guest choir for the First Unitarian forms of women's devotion to women, including love Society, and has evolved into a 27-member perfor­ songs, personifications of natural phenomena as mance and touring ensemble that presents complex, women, children and mothers mourning the loss of moving and entertaining music. Their name honors one another, and prayers to the Mother Creatrix. On Olympia Brown, mother, businesswoman and suffrag­ their 1999 release, 60 acappella women's voices sing ist who in 1863 became the first ordained female music from 13 cultures in 9 languages, including the Universalis! minister. Their goal is to carry on her title track and 23 others, from Yiddish, Shaker, commitment to social causes and women's empower­ African, Russian, Scandinavian, Cajun, Gullah, and ment through the spiritual message of their music by many other traditions. (AMA9912) CD: 16.98 challenging attitudes, fostering healing, and building bridges between communities. To that end, this 1997 BabySlipper Flirtations release includes excellent material by Carolyn Live: Out On the Road McDade, Carole Etzler Eaglehart, Ysaye Barnwell, Our favorite boy acappella quintet (in fact, the world's Fred Small, Thomas Dorsey, their director Penny most famous openly gay, politically active, multi-cul­ Gnesin, and Hildegard von Bingen... spiritual, femi­ Music tural acappella singing group) has at last released this nist, conscious and recommended! (OD1002) CD: 16.98 fantastic 1992 album, recorded live in Vancouver. Selections include So Much in Love (Lesbian Love); Sound Circle -jHJi- Anne Hill The Homecoming Queen's Got a Gun; Oughta Be A Stick Around Circle Round & Sing: Woman by June Jordan and Bernice Reagon; Donde This 2002 release hails from the wonderful 22-voice Celebrations in the Goddess Tradition Esta Dolores?; Michael Callen's Living in Wartime; women's acappella group that sings music of all 19 songs, chants, rounds, full and new moon songs, and fun faggot favorites like Boy from Wew York City styles. Several circle improvs are included, and the seasonal songs and magical singalongs and Johnny Angel. A terrific mixture of pleasure and title track is a live performance of a rau­ are presented on this 2000 recording, sub­ politics; highly recommended! (FLR1002) CD: 16.98 cous percussion piece creat­ titled Songs for Family Celebrations in ed by the singers. (SOU2502) the Goddess Traditions, for nature- The Flirtations CD: 16.98 based family and community celebra­ Michael Callen sings with this gay acappella quintet tions. (13 of these songs are contained with strong clear voices and great harmonizing. Cuts Sound Circle n its companion book Circle Round: range from campy versions of "straight" songs like The debut 1998 release from Raising Children in the Goddess Why Do Fools Fall in Love? to Wallflower, a powerful this 21-voice women's acap­ Tradition, by Starhawk, Diane Baker song about AIDS. Lida Rose and Housework show­ pella ensemble is a beautiful and Anne Hill). Anne's two daughters case a beautiful soprano, reminiscent of Bronski representation of their talent lend their voices on these joyful songs Beat's Jimmy Somerville. Also includes Santa Maria, and purpose. Their repertoire, celebrating the cycles of life, for the a traditional song with lyrics in Spanish by the group's which includes music that whole family to enjoy. Includes title own Aurelio Font; Sweet Honey's Breaths; and an speaks to the sounds, rhythms track, Ocean Lullaby, Place of Power, incredible cover of Cris Williamson's Shooting Star. A and experiences of their own Full Moon Song, The Give Away wonderfully varied album; very highly recommended! lives, emphasizes music by Song, The Witch Song by Bonnie 1990. (SIG902) CD: 16.98 women; they include works here Lockheart, When You're Magic by by Sandra Washington, Ysase Anne and Starhawk, and more. Flirtations Maria Barnwell of Sweet Honey in (SMP7) CD: 16.97 TAiree the Rock, Anne Lister, Rachel Bagby, Cris Williamson and Holly They became a trio, and a mixed one at that - Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer the acclaimed women's/ jazz vocalist Suede Near. And no less stunning here is Nobody Else Like Me became the first female member of the famed the William Butler This 1998 release, subtitled Celebrating the acappella group, joining veteran Jimmy Rutland Yeats/ Bill Douglas Diversity of Children, is a necessity for every child and group founder Jon Arterton in time for this composition Golden you know. Not only does it celebrate different cul­ 1996 release. Highlights include the Suede Apples of the Sun. It tures, languages and physical abilities, it includes favorite Sister, plus Time After Time, Think, was recorded in-stu- (with lyrics intact) a beautiful rendition of the Fred Mister Sandman, Something To Talk About, We dio rather than live Small classic, Everything Possible. Incorporated into Shall Be Free. (FLR3) CD: 16.98 which gives it a quali­ a child's consciousness, this song's message will help tative edge over many release them from gender roles, heterosexism and Kitka choral releases. homophobia, by communicating the many possibilities Members of GALA apd The Vine •^835^ for love in their lives, and in the lives of people they Sister Singers, the know and encounter. This song appears on many Among these 19 Balkan and Slavic folksongs, ensemble's work is adult collections, but it is wonderful to find it sung for sung with soulful abandon, is the song most spiritual, progressive, young ones — that's who it was written for. A great requested at their concerts: Shen Khar Venakhi grounded, and of kids' chorus joins them; very highly recommended! (You are a vineyard, just blossoming), a time­ course harmonious; (ROU8079) CD: 16.97 less Georgian hymn to the divine feminine. very highly recommend­ This 2002 release is again recommended! ed - to all Libana fans Cris Williamson (DPH2002) CD: 16.98 and more! (SOU1598) CD: •*{|y//*- 16.98 Lumiere Kitka Finally on CD! Winner of the prestigious Parents Choice Award, this timeless science-fantasy fable Voices on the Eastern Wind Vocolot features story, music and narration by Cris. In this Now a 10-woman ensemble from diverse ethnic and Heart Beat story of heart and adventure, a star-bright boy named musical backgrounds, this amazing group is dedicat­ This 2002 pas­ Ted, along with his dog Sirius, has a deep encounter ed to gathering and preserving the vocal musics of sionate acap­ with creatures of Light - Wandering Stars, who are Eastern Europe, and with good reason! If you are pella celebra­ looking for a home. Ted is led to enlightenment by his familiar with this magical singing, you will understand tion of women's mentor, Glory. This enchanting and original tale is a their commitment — and recognize their expertise. If voices and per­ perfect gift for the child in us all. (WM5405) CD: 16.98 this, singing is new to you, we invite you to take the cussion brims plunge! — they describe it as "stunning disson- with songs that nances, asymmetric rhythms, exotic ornamentation, Heather Bishop affirm life and Bellybutton lush harmonies, and resonant strength." This 1992 invoke a vision of album is like a spring lake of pure water and glittering one world at peace. At long last released on CD, this classic now ice... invigorating and beautiful. (DPH092) CD: 16.98 Basically a Jewish includes a few tracks from Heather's other wonder­ women's ensemble ful children's album, Purple People Eater! Rated (featuring Linda the top children's album in 1983 by the CBC, MUSE - Cincinnati Women's Choir Canada's national radio network, Bellybutton is Sing to the Universe Who We Are Hirschhorn and J u d i t h - K a t e assuredly one of the more delightful kids' albums One of the most fabulous women's choruses in the around. Half the songs are by Connie Kaldor, country, under the direction of Catherine Roma, Friedman), their mate­ rial spans the spec­ and they're terrific (she also does back-up vocals). graces us with their 1998 release. Among the 17 There's /f You Love a Hippopotamus ("and you love audience favorites included here are Fred Small's trum of original songs, rounds and chants, as her a lotamus") and title song: "Oh my bellybutton I Everything Possible, Holly Near's Simply Love, Ysaye love you....You're the only friend I have/ the one who Barnwell/ Kahlil Gibran's On Children, and Therese well as traditional music sung in English, Yiddish, really cares/ cause every time I need you/ you're Edell's Take Back the Guns. This recording is a shin­ Hebrew and Ladino. Heart Beat: a place where the always there....When things get down and looking ing reflection of the commitment to musical excel­ personal, social, political and spiritual resonate in har­ kinda grim/I simply lift up my shirt and stick my finger lence and social change of this feminist choir, which mony. If you like Libana, give these women your ear. in..." Some great rock, country, and good-time instru­ has been going strong since 1982. (MU2) CD: 16.98 Highly recommended! (OYS1119) CD: 16.98 mentation. (MOP003) CD: 16.98

Visit our website for 15,000+ titles! www.ladyslipper.org Ladyslipper Catalog 31 Mario Thomas & Friends Suzanne Westenhoefer Free To Be... You And Me I'm Not Cindy Brady With Carol Channing, Diana Ross, Alan Alda, & oth­ The title of her 1999 release comes from a case of ers. There may never have been any kids' album in . Comedy mistaken identity in an acting class, but Suzanne herstory which so thoroughly charmed kids, adults & makes no mistakes as she riotously wheels from topic anyone else as this 1972 classic. That it can commu­ to topic reeling us into her comic caper. Whether nicate anti-sexist she's talking about her parents, her girlfriend, Martha material in such a Kate Clinton Stewart, The Home Depot, butch and femme, or how delightful, cre­ Babes in Joy land to get the entire airplane row to yourself by telling ative, appealing, Recorded live in Boston (dead doesn't record well), people you're a lesbian, she entertains at high speed. exuberant way is Kate draws on her recovering Catholic roots, years of Highly recommended! (UPR3806) CD: 16.97 remarkable. high school English teaching, and her authority on Includes numbers Bush and bawdy politic to build laughter of fading Suzanne Westenhoefer fears and connections made. It's hard to be a domi- like Girl Land, Nothing In My Closet But My Clothes William's Doll, natrix in a kinder, gentler nation, so her comedy is more stand-with than stand-up! Join her as she gal­ How long has it been since you've laughed 'til your Parents Are side hurts? Too long? Well, get ready and hold onto People, It's All lops through the Joyland Themepark: rubbernecking on the Planet of the Guys, getting scared straight in a your sides! Suzanne talks about Lesbians on televi­ Right to Cry. One sion, bugs in Provincetown, gay Amish, Jesus as her kid said "Listening Gender DeTox, and flailing away at Mom Pinata in Familyland! (WHY104) CD: 15.98 brother-in-law, heckling the 700 club, moving in with to this record is her girlfriend and her pets, purse-bearers, and many like listening to my more issues that concern the modern dyke-on-the-go! heart laughing." Kate Clinton (UPR3772) CD: 16.97 Highly recom­ Read These Lips mended! (ARI8325) Kate Clinton strikes again in this 2001 release in Whoopi Goldberg CD: 15.99 which no one is spared. In this brilliant piece of com­ edy, Kate attacks AOL and computers in general, Fontaine: Why Am I Straight? - Cassette J describes her adventures while "slogging," discusses Opening with a unique rendition of the Star Spangled Meg (Shambhavi) Christian " " Mu'fuckin' Banner, Whoopi's character Fontaine, the Good Night Wish: Lullabies for Children her interactions with cell-phone users, and shares her opinion of the Pope's apologies and the Ten junkie with a literature degree, returns from the Betty These lullabies for children of all ages are soothing Ford Clinic where he has straightened out, and gives traveling companions on the road to sweet dreams. Commandments. Of course, no Kate Clinton album would be complete without her sparkling political com­ us the hilarious straight stories on Jerry Falwell, Jim & The images and ideas for many of these songs came Tammy, Jesus, religious wars, homosexuality ("like from conversations that singer/songwriter Shambhavi mentary. Don't miss her analysis of the 2000 presi­ dential campaign, the crusade for gay marriage, and Black people, they're here!"), AIDS, and everyone (a.k.a. Meg) Christian had with Gurumayi and everything else in the news today. Pure genius, Chidvilasananda. This happy collaboration carries a her ideas for what to chant at a pride march. Highly recommended! (UPR3821) CD: 16.97 you'll laugh out loud during repeated listenings of this message of love, protection, and guidance to children 1988 "cut-out" cassette title - very highly recommend­ everywhere. (SYD632) CD: 16.98 ed! (MCA42243) Cassette: 2.99 Kate Clinton -ijgjj- Priscilla Herdman The Marrying Kind Star Dreamer: Nightsongs & Lullabies Kate's 7th comedy collection is a wild, free-associat­ For ages womb to forever, this is a veritable classic ing, dot-connecting romp through presidential selec­ album of children's music by a vocal­ tions, stem and terrorist cells, The Fox of ist extraordinaire. The first War, Patriot action, Homeland Insecurity, the side contains wonderful Axis of Medievals, Mad Vow Disease and Classical fantasy nightsongs, about Bush Free Daze. It's a breathless 90-minute the moon and sky and whiplash for rubberneckers of cultural train- waltzing bears; side 2 con­ wrecks who need a laugh. Don't listen to it For hundreds of titles by classical sists of 8 lullabies, some while operating a moving vehicle! (WHY105) women composers & performers, familiar and some new. CD: 16.97 Springing from generations please browse our website at of oral history, it's dedicated Lea DeLaria • to her mother, and was cre­ Bulldyke in a China Shop (Double) www.lady slipper, org ated for the daughters of The long-awaited debut recording by this Priscilla and accompanying bawdy, riotously funny comic legend cellist Abby Newton. (dubbed the "lesbian Lenny Bruce"), Anima/ Hildegard von Bingen Instrumentation is simple packed with non-stop laughs lampooning and elegant, with supporting lesbian life... plus music! She's a terrific Circle of Wisdom vocals by Anne Hills and jazz vocalist, and includes classic tunes A 900th birthday celebration!! This rich and contem­ Cindy Mangsen. Charming! such as Straight No Chaser, Why Don't plative album is a collection of the chants of Hildegard (ALA1001) CD: 16.97 You Do Right, and You Don't Know What von Bingen (1098-1179), medieval nun, abbess and Love Is. Comedy highlights include Ms. DeLaria's mystic — which were sung by the nuns of her abbey, Dating Tips for Dykes in which audience questions on day after day, year after year, but not written down Sweet Honey in the Rock until near her death. The voices of the group's 14 All For Freedom sex and dating are spontaneously answered from the stage. Recorded live in Atlanta, recommended for all women, rising and circling with Hildegard's stunning This is technically a children's album, but will inspire bdt the timid! (GSP69) CD: 16.98 melodies, are full of the earthy spirituality of the mid­ and be enjoyed by adults and children alike. Drawing dle ages; medieval fiddle and flute accompany. on their rich heritage of African musical traditions, (ANM002) CD: 16.98 Sweet Honey has put together this dynamic and Suzanne Westenhoefer empowering collection of African songs, African sto­ Guaranteed Freshl "^835^" Anonymous 4 ries, and gospel songs, including Calypso Freedom, 100% all new material on Suzanne's 2003 CD - A Lammas Ladymass Kumbaya, Juba, The Little Shekere, and title. which includes In Prison (with Martha), Waking Up This 1998 release presents chants and polyphony of (MLP2230) CD: 15.99 Forty, Lesbian's Hair, and other gems. "I'm very com­ votive masses in Mary's honor, celebrated weekly or fortable confronting and bearing "my soul. For some even daily in medieval England. Mary was often wor­ Various Artists people, the thought of that is terrifying, and they shipped more fervently than Jesus; as one member of Lullaby: A Collection would rather be dead. But this is the easiest thing I've the ensemble points out, 'She got the best music, the This special 1994 lullaby collection contains selec­ ever done. I've worked in factories, I've bartended in best poetry.' Medieval England celebrated both the tions by some of our very favorite artists: Susan New York, I've lugged stuff around - I know what Assumption of the Virgin Mary and her Coronation Robbins of Libana (Swedish Lullaby from hard work is. This is the during Lammas, the Celtic festival of harvest, marking the album Fire Within), Loreena McKennitt, easiest thing I've ever done the end of summer and the beginning of autumn. 'We Sweet Honey in the Rock (Spirit Lullaby), in the world. This is me have drawn on 13th and 14th century repertoire to Judy Collins (Minnie and Winnie), Freyda being me and getting paid create a Ladymass for the summer portion of the Epstein, Bobby McFerrin, Tish Hinojosa, for it." (UPR3837) CD: 16.97 church year, as it might have been sung around the Ladysmith Black Mambazo & others. If I feast of Mary's Assumption in August.' (HMU90T22) were a baby, I'd put my order in for this CD: 18.97 album ASAP! (MLP42565) CD: 15.99 Various Women Composers Various Artists Women of Note Welcoming Children Into the World Works by women composers are presented on This 1999 release, associated with the this 1997 compilation, from Clara Schumann, Sound & Spirit public radio show hosted by Lili Boulanger, Germaine Tailleferre, and Fanny Ellen Kushner, compiles wonderful tracks by Mendelssohn, to Amy Beach, to Thea Sweet Honey in the Rock, Libana, Woody Musgrave, to contemporaries like Ellen Taffe Guthrie, Sharon Burch, SAVAE, John Zwilich and Meredith Monk. Performers range McCutcheon, Sally Rogers and others, to from the solo piano of Virginia Eskin, to various create a beautiful multi-cultural album in cel­ mixed chamber groups, to the Women's ebration of infants in their first year on earth. Philharmonic. While this represents just a small Bouncy songs, rocking songs, rhyming songs are fraction of the music composed by women all here ... traditional Bosnian and Nepalese lullabies, a over the world since the Middle Ages, the quali­ Navajo birth chant, even Happy Adoption Day. A ty and variety will no doubt encourage the lis­ great gift for any family just welcoming a wee one into tener to explore the subject further! (KOC7603) their midst. (RYK460) CD: 16.97 CD: 15.99

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Acappella Angels Cris Williamson An A Cappella Christmas Snow Angel These 3 gloriously angelic-voiced women truly sound A 1985 album to warm you and friends and family on like more like a mass choir than a trio! They all hail a mid-winter's night. This is a winter holiday album, BEAUTIFUL from Michael Jackson's show "Sisterella," in addition with songs for the variety of seasonal holidays...you to individual gigs like singing backup for Elton John could think of it sort of as a "Cris-Ms." album. . .okay, and the film The Color Purple. On their 1999 moving on. A perfect gift item. (OL943) CD: 16.97 % DARKNESS^ release, they create some of the most spirited, joyful, percussive, crisp, precise, stunning acappella music Debbie Friedman -tysft- this reviewer has had the good fortune to hear. Even Light These Lights if you think you've heard enough Xmas music, their Welcome Debbie into your home this holiday season repertoire of traditional Christmas carols will give you Jessica Radcliffe, Lisa Eckstrom ... jjgjjj- with her 2003 recording on 14 spirited Chanukah Beautiful Darkness *W*tr goosebumps — great, original arrangments and songs that will fill your heart with light and joy. The excellent production, too. They include a great gospel album includes original favorites Wot by Might, Light Jessica Radcliffe, Lisa Eckstrom & Martin Simpson rendition of the spiritual Go Where I Send Thee, as These Lights, The Dreidel Song and The Latke Song celebrate the Winter Solstice and its longest night of well as Chanuka, O Chanuka. With harp by Lisa as well as traditional Chanukah selections and her the year... with a unique mixture of instrumentals, Lynne Franco plus well-placed touchesof guitar and interpretation of Peter Yarrow's Light One Candle. spoken word and song. Instrumentation on this CD percussion, we recommended it! (WAL6203) CD: 16.98 Innovative contemporary arrangements showcase includes English horn and wooden whistle by Shelley Debbie's lyrical voice capturing the warmth and soul- Phillips, the 6- and 12-string guitars of Martin Ann Reed ««#** fulness that are this artist's trademarks." (SWP191) CD: Simpson, plus cello, accordion and bells. (HIB3101) Not Your Average Holiday CD *«*iF 16.98 CD: 16.99 You'll love this in December! Ann's gentle humor comes through in her re-makes of the usual holiday Desert Wind Joan Baez songs, (the best might be Good King Wenceslas in Christmas: Rhythms of the Holy Land Noel which the king wonders about his strange name!) but Here's something different; on this 1999 release, Back in the old days of LP recording, producers often it's not all laughs! You won't mind yet another rendi­ familiar Christmas songs are created again with lus­ recorded more songs than could fit on an LP. Lucky tion of these classics when they're instrumentals cious ancient rhythms from the Middle East. Several for us they kept the original masters! Originally played on Ann's 12-string. Includes: / Saw Three drummers provide a rich tapestry colored by Andalin released in 1966 and re-released for 2001, this new Ships/The 1st Noel, We Three Kings (about the holi­ Bachman's warm wooden flute tones. Her flute version contains 6 previously unreleased songs such day season delivery workers), The Coventry Carol, interplays with the passionate virtuoso drumming as Burgundian Carol, Dona Nobis Pacem and more. (TC14) CD: 16.98 of Rami Ziadeh (currently residing in the Bay Virgin Mary, and a Area, tie was raised as a child in Bethlehem and French version of Burns Sisters born on Christmas Day — no wonder he shines Away In a Manger... so Tradition: Holiday Songs Old & New on Little Drummer Boy\) While mostly instru­ this makes a wonderful This beautiful and eclectic 1997 recording of mental, several songs feature the lovely voice of holiday gift for any Christmas and Chanukah songs is performed by Amy Faust. We now have Christmas music from long-time Joan Baez these three contemporary harmonizing folk divas, many parts of the world, but this is the first we fan. These beautiful who say, "The tradition here is singing, as we come know about with more direct links to where it all classical arrangements from generations of singers and lovers of song." happened in the first place. (DW1008) CD: 16.98 of traditional Christmas They perform the most exquisite arrangement of O songs utilize a consort of recorders, a consort Come O Come Emmanuel this reviewer has ever Herdman, Hills & Mangsen heard; Come Come with lyrics by 13th century of viols, lute, harpsi­ Voices of Winter chord, baroque organ, Persian poet Rumi; the traditional Irish Golden Priscilla Herdman, Anne Hills and Cindy Cradle; Shaloo Shalom Y'Rushalayim; and the monks as well as winds, Mangsen blend their intricate harmonies and art­ strings and percussion, of Nam Gyal Monastery offer a Tibetan Prayer for ful arrangements on this 1997 collection of Peace. Highly recommended! (PH1208) CD: 16.97 and of course Joan's songs of the winter season. Taken from contem­ perfect soprano; gen­ porary and traditional sources, this journey tle, tasteful, dignified. Christine Lavin & The Mistletones -jfljfe- through the ages spans more than 7 centuries, (VAN79596) CD: 16.97 The Runaway Christmas Tree •• while circling the globe. These songs are new, Need more levity than straight up merriment? From old, funny, and memorable; a few will be familiar, Tacobel Canon to The All-Purpose Carol, Christine most a discovery. Priscilla's voice could be -ijSj}- Lavin & the Mistletones bring tidings of true cheer! Do likened to a sonorous cello, Cindy's to the deep reedy you ever want to hear those dogs barking Jingle Bells quality of a clarinet, and Anne's vocal clarity to that of Julie Middleton/ S Morgan-Appel/ SheWho again? Neither does Christine Lavin - she "just could­ a flute... each is a respected name in contemporary A Winter Solstice Singing Ritual n't find a good Christmas/ Kwanzaa/ Solstice folk music, but together they are enchanting. (GAD235) (Songbook & CD Set) /Chanukah /Ramadan/ Boxing Day album, so I had to CD: 16.97 Everything for a powerful, non-denominational Winter make one." So she rounded up seven other vocalists, Solstice ritual that works for a small circle Oust sing assembled a sackful of characteristically humorous, Herdman, Hills, & Mangsen along with the CD), or as a large community ritual offbeat, and occasionally moving seasonal songs, At the Turning of the Year that's a great calming gift in a hectic time of year. Add added a couple of original stories, and created this With gorgeous harmonies arid complementary instru­ a narrator, plus chorus and music director (or, add lighthearted a cappella alternative to the usual cloying mentals, this trio of women sing Mother Earth around narrator only, and play the CD!). This ritual takes 1.25 . Christmas-season songbook, a fresh delight for chil­ trie Wheel of the Year. Combining traditional hours, and singers will need 15-25 hours of rehearsal. dren and adults alike. There are tales of Christmas arrangements with brand new compositions on this Book contains music for 15 songs, chants, sing- miracles gone wrong in Polkadot Pancakes... what 2000 release, their message of harmony is accompa­ alongs plus narrator's script and production notes. (All sound like munchkins on helium in Elves... choral nied by almost every acoustic instrument you can performance rights are included.) CD has all the complaints and celebrations regarding food in think of, from oboe to spoons, accordion to banjo. music in performance (sung by the Philadelphia Scalloped Potatoes and Tacobel Canon. For quasi- Conjuring up images of a time when the turning of the ensemble SheWho), plus teaching tracks for speedy traditionalists, there's an express-lane version of The Wheel was a community event, one to be shared and song learning. 80 pages, compiled by Julie Forest 12 Days of Christmas (retitled Th 12 Dys f Chrstms) celebrated — a time that will hopefully be one day Middleton and Stasa Morgan-Appel. 'At the year's in which she sings only half the numbers in the count- resurrected — their music helps fuel the hope that we darkest time, we raise our voices in song and celebra­ up! (APR1075) CD: 17.97 can learn to live with the earth, not just on it. tion. This song-filled ritual embraces the dark and (HHM2000) CD: 15.98 welcomes the light's return, in a way that is feels both ancient and contemporary.' — Patricia Monaghan, Author (EEP3SB) 22.98

Kitka Wintersongs ^8©^" This late 2003 release showcases material ranging from rousing Slavic folk carols and lush, meditative Eastern Orthodox sacred choral works, to pre- Christian incantations for the longest nights of the year and medieval Sephardic songs for Chanukah. Includes an ancient Winter Solstice song to the Goddess of the Sun from Latvia, sung in Latgallian, and a medley of Bulgarian folk carols recalling the nativity sung in the traditional antiphonal diaphonic vil­ lage style... plus, a traditional Croatian carol for the New Year, a polyphonic hymn to the Virgin and a robust Alilo (Hallelujah) from 10th century Georgia, a traditional Hungarian carol, a tender Romanian 'colin- da' (folk carol), and an original choral setting of a pop­ ular Hebrew folkdance tune! (DPH2004) CD: 16.97

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A great way of Our Lady), the to celebrate the winter holidays with sound is rich with earth-based material many of us a quiet beauty. can relate to! (ESC5) CD: 15.98 Includes In, Praise Venus Envy of Christmas, The Odetta /'// Be a Homo For Christmas Seasons, Christmas Spirituals Our most cheerfully — and highly-recommended — Balulaow, Let All This collection of Black American spirituals, while seasonal release contains the following: Rhonda the That Are to Mirth appropriate to the holiday season, is a pleasure all Lesbo Reindeer, O Little Town in Michigan, The 12 Inclined. (QR102) year, because none of these gospel songs are specif­ Gays of Christmas, I Hate the Holidays, I'll Be a Cassette: 2.99 . . . ically about Christmas! Odetta harnesses her deep, Homo for Christmas, and more! Nothing will bring as CD: 17.97 distinctive, flexible, far-ranging, bone-shaking voice much holiday cheer as this terrific collection of songs. with passion and sensitivity, making spirituals like Go With Laura Love, Linda Schierman, Lisa Koch, and Maggie Sansone & Ensemble Galilei Tell It On the Mountain and Shout For Joy fresh and Linda Severt. The CD contains one of their most Ancient Noels inspiring with her brilliant interpretations. often-requested songs, Myth in Genesis, as a bonus Haunting gregorian-style chants, medieval hymns Recommended! (VAN79079) CD: 15.99 track! (VE002) CD: 16.98 and dancing carols evoke images of ancient civiliza­ tions, desert landscapes, and stone monasteries... Olympia's Daughters Women of the Calabash This 1993 instrumental release is an exciting and Winter Solstice Live! The Kwanzaa Album. upbeat collection of primarily little-known carols from This 20+-voice acappella women's ensemble, with After thrilling audiences worldwide for over 20 years England, Ireland, Holland, medieval Spain and its Unitarian-Universalist roots, presents a most excellent with their dynamic stage presence (including women's Basque country. The folk/ classical arrangements are 1998 recording in celebration of the Winter Solstice. music festivals), this dramatic, amazing trio of singing performed on a wonderful array of instruments, In the Libana tradition, the 20 rounds, chants, songs percussionists has released a magnificent debut including hammered dulcimer, medieval and and carols come from a wide variety of sources, from release in 1998. Their use of different varieties of per­ Renaissance frame drums, treble and bass viols, early Renaissance to contem­ cussion instruments — many hand-crafted by their Celtic harp, fiddle, psaltery and recorders. (MM108) porary: Hungarian folk leader, Madeleine Yayodele — explodes the air with CD: 15.97 melody, Welsh, African, 16th harmonious percussive beauty. Some of the reper­ century Spanish villancico, toire is inspired by the ideals, stories, and Maggie Sansone/ B Rideout/ Al Petteway e.e. cummings, Linda history of this important African-American A Scottish Christmas Hirschhorn, Jan Harmon holiday, but this album deserves to be From across the Highland moors... the haunting wail (Libana fans will recognize heard all through the year. With the excep­ of fiddle and bagpipe. Into the castle drawing rooms... her name) and even some tion of one track — Lift Every Voice and the elegant chamber sound of viola and cello. And out originals. And they've Sing, featuring the Free Voices of Praise in the village squares... lively country dances with altered some lyrics and Choir — every instrument and every vocal is hammered dulcimer and guitar. Celebrate the many pronouns on a few tradi­ performed by the 3 women of the trio, moods of a Scottish Yuletide holiday, with this 1996 tional tunes here, such as though you'll feel sure you are listening to a release from Maggie, Bonnie and Al, plus guest Good Rest Ye (Merry much larger ensemble. The group flows artists Abby Newton and Eric Rigler (the piper from Gentlefolk) in which the effortlessly from language to language on this the film Braveheart) Highlights include Shetland Christmas-specific refer­ trip through the African diaspora; you'll hear country dance tunes Christmas Day I'Da Moornin, ences are changed to mbira (thumb piano), balafon (African marim­ Bottom of the Punch Bowl, and Ale Is Dear... as well Winter and Solgtice ba), steel-drum calypso, calabash rattles, and as other favorites performed with Scottish flair. ones. The sound is their harmonizing voices. Includes Nkosi (MM215) CD: 15.97 harmonious and fes­ Sikeleli Africa, the anthem of the African nation­ tive, and makes a great al Congress; Oshun Chant; Seven Principles, Maggie Sansone/ Sue Richards -jflSfo. alternative to traditional holiday music; and more, with short informational narrations at Merrily Greet the Time ^¥9r highly recommended! (OD1012) CD: 16.98 the beginning of some selections. Very highly recommended!! (BR1823) CD: 15.99 Seasonal music from Autumn Equinox to the New Year celebrates music from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Peter, Paul & Mary and other lands where Celtic people settled. Through A Holiday Celebration harvest time, to the old Celtic new year called This impressive 1988 release con­ Samhain (now called "Hallowe'en"), the time of the tains songs they made famous Winter Solstice and the longest nights, and on to the such as Blowin' In the Wind coming promised light of Christmas and the (how's that for a holiday mes­ New Year, our ancestors braced for sage?), plus A Soalin', Children Postcards the cold with the warmth that the win­ Go Where I Send Thee, O ter hearth (and a good pint) could Come O Come Emmanuel, bring. (MM228) CD: 15.97 Light One Candle, The Cherry Tree Carol, and more, joyfully Woman-in-Moon Mediaeval Baebes -iffijj- and elegantly performed live- Postcards - Mistletoe and Wine: in-concert, many with full Set of 25 A Seasonal Collection choir and orchestra! 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It Produced and directed by Dee Designed as a resource book for musicians, teachers, includes their geographical origins, imagery, Mosbacher, it contains rare educators and anyone interested in sharing song, and empowering, first-person affirmations. festival and performance dance and ritual, this 280-page book features: Over The program provides you with step-by-step footage, archival material, and 300 songs and chants from many spiritual traditions instruction, the Goddess affirmations, the interviews of artists such as and global sources... Easy to read music and words entire form set to Mariel's original music, and Alix Dobkin and Lavender for all levels... Instructions for 40 dances... the Ten Suggestions for Enjoying Goddess Jane, Kay Gardner, Ubaka Hill, Meditations, rituals, and guidelines to inspire individ­ Grace, which double as guidelines for a more Holly Near, Cris Williamson, ual and group creativity... Illustrations... Discography, satisfying life. If you've ever wanted to begin Linda Tillery, Ferron, Ronnie index and resource guide. Kate is a sound healer, a movement discipline, but everything you Gilbert, June Millington, polarity practitioner, drummer and ceremonial guide. tried felt too male to you or just not right, this is per­ Bernice Reagon and Sweet Honey in the Rock, Toshi Highly recommended. (FCP1SB): 19.98 fect. Written affirmations included. Highly recom­ Reagon, Ani DiFranco, Rhiannon, Mary Watkins, mended! (UBU1) VHS: 29.98 Gwen Avery, Margie Adam, Chicago Women's Circle of Song: Songbook + CD Liberation Rock Band, Same songbook as above, but accompanied by a Joni Mitchell Deadly Nightshade, full-length companion CD by Kate Marks & Friends. Woman of Heart and Mind "^835^ Kristen Lems, Casse This 1999 recording contains 16 songs, rounds and This excellent 2-hour program tells the story of an Culver, JEB, Washington chants from the book, drawn from Buddhist, Sufi, innovative and independent artist's journey. Features Sisters, The Butchies, Jewish, African, Native American, Wicca and Celtic interviews from Joni herself as well as David Crosby, and many more (and traditions as well as contemporary earth-based ritu­ Graham Nash, James Taylor, Herbie Hancock and let's not forget the al and circle songs. Kate's friends - including the more. Many of her best songs throughour her career women behind the 100-voice Brattleboro Women's Chorus! - provide are included, as well as photo gallery, discography scenes: sound engi­ multi-layered arrangements and beautiful harmonies and travelogue. Fans will gain a new appreciation of neers, concert and fes­ to percussive and mostly-acoustic accompaniment. the struggle and inspiration behind Joni's amazing tival producers, and Includes Celtic Blessing, I Will Be Gentle With artistry and career. (RED300399) DVD: 24.99 distributors including Myself, Sanctify the Earth. (FCP2SB): 29.98 yours truly, Ladyslipper)... 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Here's the proof, set the usual fashion, wherein actors are down for your viewing pleasure. given precise scripts; rather, the basic This 2004 DVD provides candid Libana: Fire Within Songbook story was outlined, and the women (most The companion songbook to Libana's release on interviews — alternating with live not professional "actors") improvised, just standup performances - by Kate Ladyslipper Records is a perfect tool for learning and like their teaching these rounds and chants. (LRS108SB): 15.98 Clinton, Karen Williams, Marga charac­ Gomez, and Suzanne ters, yield­ Libana: Night Passage Songbook Westenhoefer - veritable icons of ing a more queer humor, established in our authentic Here's the companion songbook to their highly-antici­ culture long before Ellen. This and hon­ pated 2000 collection of rounds and chants on the reviewer enjoyed the after-party est story, cycles of life and renewal... so that your choral group and outtakes quite well, too! with more or singing circle need waste no time in learning anoth­ (WV3907) DVD: 19.95 depth than er batch of stunningly beautiful songs. (SPN3SB): 15.98 films usu­ Kay Weaver •ij&ftb ally reach. Songs for Earthlings (Unbound) One Fine Day Especially This unbound version comes with holes punched for This short film about the women loved Mary Meigs' easy use in a 3-ring binder! Subtitled A Green who have come before us and have made our road a portrayal of her les­ Spirituality Songbook, this encyclopaedic tome con­ little easier is one of the most inspiring short films on bian self, though tains 433 sacred songs, chants, rounds and hymns women's achievements ever made. Set to the rous­ there is not a single celebrating the Earth and all of us who live here — designed for use by women's circles and those who ing anthem by Kay Weaver, it has the consistent woman you won't love effect of causing audiences everywhere go wild dur­ seek to use singing together to deepen commitments by the end. Closed to one another and build community. The music is ing the showings, in spite of its brevity (only 5 minutes captioned; very highly long). Highly recommended! (CRC2) DVD: 19.98 easy to learn — compiler/editor Julie Forest Middleton recommended! encourages us to move away from the printed page (TST1354) DVD: 29.95 Lily Tomlin/ Jane Wagner and teach others these songs! She gives us clear Search for Signs of Intelligent Life... transcriptions, many 3- and 4-part arrangements, and ... In the Universe: starring humanity in a role of Suzanne Westenhoefer often chords. 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Inspired by Arthurian and Celtic legends, titles such as Emerging Goddess, A Mother's Cry for Troubled Water, You Only Have To Say You Love the Earth, Latifah, expressing a deeply female sensi­ her compositions here include music for a variety of Me, More To This, and more. (ESE01) CD: 5.99 instruments, including voice, piano, psaltery, cello, bility and spirituality. The instrumentation is elegant oboe, and recorder. Her melodic arrangements and and gorgeous; recommended! (SHY1110) CD: 5.99 vocal harmonies are eclectic and impressive.' - Muse Josefina Cupido Reviews, Green Egg 1998 (CLH100) CD: 6.99 One Woman One Drum Various Artists This UK import is most intriguing and unusual! 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Including both acoustic and band-oriented wright/ poet Eve Ensler, author of The Vagina songs, the album fea­ Monologues, here reading My Vagina Was My Mindia Devi Klein tures guest appear­ Village. Additional music tracks from Ani DiFranco, Ragini: Fluted Voice of the Goddess ances by Emily Saliers Indigo Girls, Meshell NdegeOcello, BETTY, and many Raginis, the female Ragas of North Indian clas­ (Indigo Girls), Cindy other artists are interspersed with narratives and sical music, are musical embodiments of different Wilson (B-52's) and songs from women in Bosnia, Rwanda, Afghanistan forms of the Goddess. This 1995 rendering of Sara Lee (Indigo and the US. Proceeds have supported the following the Raginis Durga and Bhairavi, and the bhajans Girls, ex-Gang of organizations: Women for Women International, Jai Ambe (Victory to the Mother) and Jai Jai Four and B-52's). Center for'Women War Victims, Revolutionary Bhairavi (Victory to the Goddess) is a rarity; there It's one of our Association of the Women of Afghanistan, The V-Day are not many recordings of female musicians per­ favorites around the Fund, Center for Gender and Refugee studies, and forming in the North Indian classical tradition. office; many of us Refugee Women in Development, Inc. (OBS1) CD: 5.99 Mindia Devi, known for her founding work with the are especially taken with her song Out ensemble Ancient Future and her fusion of Indian, Various Artists western and Balinese elements, performs on the in the Country, and bansuri, the deeply resonant bamboo flute of India, same with / Have Glad To Be Gay: Live at Queer Nation accompanied by Dana Pandey on tabla, the dynamic My Reasons; This hard-to-find, low-priced dance compilation and intricate Indian drums. The soft, mesmerizing highly recom- comes to you courtesy of our queer cousins from drone of the tanpura weaves its strings throughout. mended! down under. Mixed live at Melbourne, Australia's Fast and furious, playful and joyous, introspective and ( H ST 1 0 31 6) 1996 Pride celebration, this collection features such soothing, the Raginis bring you into the world of Cassette: 2.99 .. CD: 5.99 hits as Levy 9's cover of Kate Bush's Running Up The Rasa, the "coloring of the mind" by the many moods Hill and Alex Neri's Planet Funk. This import is a of the Goddess. (BAM1) CD:6.99 must for dance fans and party-goers everywhere. (COS1)CD:5.99

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