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Published: 04-Dec-2019
We are constantly adding to the CD collection available in all three libraries, so check out the recent highlights!
We have a good selection of CDs ( both classic and new releases) at Rangiora, with a smaller selection at Kaiapoi and Oxford. Our selection covers Pop, Rock, County, Easy Listening, World, Jazz, Soundtracks, and a selection of Classical. You might even find a hidden gem to bring back memories.
Some of our latest CDs that have arrived, or have been ordered (keep an eye out for these in the near future), including:
Bruce Springsteen – Western Stars
Bruce Springsteen described this as “..a return to my solo recordings, featuring character driven songs and sweeping cinematic orchestral arrangements”.
Now 59
The ‘Now’ series of music CDs bring you a selection of the biggest hits featuring at the time of their release. Always popular compilation CDs. This is our latest one.
Drax Project – Drax Project
New Zealand jazz inspired pop group’s debut album.
Aretha Franklin – Amazing Grace
A live album released in 1972 that won the 1973 Grammy Award for Best Soul Gospel Performance.
James Blunt – Once Upon a Mind
After flirting with electronica on his latest album, James Blunt returns to what he does best with classic songs that touch both the heart and the head.