Fresh Sounds for July 19

2 Cellos  2 Cellos:  The duo of Stjepan Hauser and Luka Sulic came to fame through the sensation that was their YouTube video cover of Michael Jackson’s “Smooth Criminal.” Now the accomplished cellists follow up with their debut album, featuring unique covers of rock favorites, including hits by Nirvana, Coldplay and U2.
 

They Might Be Giants  Join Us:  Hard to believe that it’s been nearly 30 years since this quirky alternative duo joined forces, but they continue strong as ever with this release, filled with their signature humor and idiosyncratic melodies.
 
 

Giacamo Gates  The Revolution Will Be Jazz - The Songs of Gil-Scott Heron:  The innovative jazz vocalist Giacomo Gates lends his baritone voice in a unique and satisfying tribute to the songs of the seminal and recently departed Gil-Scott Heron.
 
 

Tony Bennett  The Best of the Improv Recordings:  A collection of the best of Bennett’s self-released 1970’s recordings, including highlights from his legendary duets with Bill Evans, and a scintillating live version of “I Left My Heart In San Francisco.”