Peace, Love and the Blankies

Peace, Love and the Blankies

I think we can all conjure up a few music artists today whose tunes are snappy, but whose life choices and lyrics might be a little, um… toxic. That’s why I dig the idea of cartoon character pop stars. For starters, their managers can make sure...
This Farm is Muy Loco

This Farm is Muy Loco

My younger daughter and I are commuting together these days. But my morning radio show of choice? Not so good for the under 5 set. Lately I’ve been mixing it up with some music and learning all in one with Professor Pocket: Our Silly Farm Adventure. This much...
BFF

BFF

Who slipped that new indie rock album into my car’s CD player? Oh wait, that’s no indie rock album, that’s kids’ music. From a duo called Ellen and Matt. Who knew?Their very enjoyable CD, Best Friends has been compared to songsters as diverse...
Saying Uncle, Emphatically

Saying Uncle, Emphatically

We love Uncle Rock. Love him. Looooove him. And if you like your kids music in the form of good ol’ acoustic American rock, you’re going to love him too. The Uncle (aka Robert Burke Warren) is now out with his third children’s album, Uncle Rock U....
Music for Teeny Beboppers

Music for Teeny Beboppers

To me, listening to Jazz is like ordering at an Indian restaurant. I may have no idea what’s on the menu, but I always love whatever I get. This counts for Verve Records’ Jazz for Kids: Sing, Clap, Wiggle and Shake, which serves to demystify Jazz and...