The Accordion-Shaped Anthology: Weird Al's Complete Works
Throughout his lengthy career, “Weird Al” Yankovic has taught countless fans across generations the art of joyfully parodying the pop hits of their time. This extensive collection, housed in a case designed to resemble an accordion, charts his journey from early classics like “I Love Rocky Road” and “My Bologna” all the way to 2014’s Mandatory Fun, plus a selection of previously unheard tracks. (Available on CD for $299.98 or vinyl for $399.98)
Sgt. Pepper's 50th Anniversary Deluxe Package
Your uncle Keith first fell for Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band back in 1967, and now that he’s enjoying retirement, why not encourage him to dive into this six-disc luxury edition? It includes remastered and mono versions of the album, outtakes, videos, and a 144-page hardcover book filled with illustrations. ($149.98)
Turntable-Inspired Cat Scratching Deck
Four out of five people at AllMusic HQ own cats, and while we realize most of them would make dreadful DJs, we’re hoping they’ll at least prefer this cardboard scratching deck shaped like a record player over shredding the sofa cushions. Of course, cats will be cats—they’ll likely do as they please—but maybe we’ll score some amusing Instagram clips along the way. ($26.99)
Recycled Vinyl LP Coasters
A major upgrade from the flimsy cardboard coasters you might grab at a local bar, these drink mats repurpose the centers of gently used records from years gone by. Each set contains a random assortment of six coasters spanning various artists, genres, and eras—and honestly, how often do you get the chance to be delightfully surprised these days? ($24)
Amazon Music Unlimited
Amazon’s reach is everywhere, and its music streaming service provides tens of millions of songs, including fresh releases from today’s biggest stars. Enjoy ad-free listening with unlimited skips, or download tracks for offline playback. Prime members receive substantial discounts on the standard $9.99/month plan, and a family option at $14.99/month allows up to six users to stream without limits. (Monthly subscription)
Cover Me: The Untold Tales Behind Iconic Cover Songs
Cover songs have a rich tradition in popular music, ranging from Aretha Franklin making Otis Redding’s “Respect” her own to Jimi Hendrix electrifying Dylan’s “All Along the Watchtower,” not to mention Weird Al Yankovic’s frantic, affectionate polka medleys of current hits. In Cover Me, author Ray Padgett explores the backstories of these reimagined tunes, highlighting how Whitney Houston, the Fugees, and Johnny Cash revitalized songs originally created by others. ($15.98)
AllMusic Paid Subscription
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