The newest kids music CDs to be released include Jim Brickman and LazyTown. The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary may not sound new, but it's a new compilation of their best and best-selling songs. As we near the holiday season, several of the newest releases involve Christmas music for kid. Disney makes several entries on the 'Best New Releases in Kids Music' list, as well as Ralph's World, the rock group that has transformed themselves to cater to childrens music.
1. Lazy Town CD
The Lazy Town CD shares the name of the TV show that inspired it. It was released in August 2005 and is especially geared toward preschoolers through age 8. The high energy songs encourage dance and physical movement just like the show does. The songs have positive messages and fun music.
2. The Disney Songbook by Jim Brickman
The Disney Songbook by Jim Brickman was released in October 2005. It features classic Disney songs in Jim Brickman's own unique style. For all ages. Parents and children alike will love his instrumentals of the songs, many of which have been around for several generations. A few of the tracks have guest vocals and original songs that were actually 'inspired' by Cinderella.3. It's a Hi-5 Christmas
The award-winning group Hi-5 released their holiday album in October 2005. The CD is a good one for enjoying the spirit of Christmas without getting burned out on the same 20 songs. Hi-5 has a soft rock sound that is sometimes bordering on a reggae beat. Titles such as "Mary's Boy Child" and "Santa Wear Your Shorts" are original and fun. The album received high ratings from both parents and children.4. The Very Best of Peter, Paul & Mary
Released in August 2005, this includes 25 of Peter, Paul & Mary's classics. Peter Yarrow, Noel Paul Stookey, and Mary Travers have been the purest definition of folk music for over 40 years. With songs like "Where Have All the Flowers Gone?" and "The Times They Are A Changin'", they presented the social messages of the 60s. Parents and even grandparents will enjoy this music along with kids. The songs will either bring back sweet memories or build new ones.5. Playhouse Disney: Imagine & Learn With Music
Released in October 2005, this CD features songs from favorite Playhouse Disney shows. Preschoolers will enjoy singing along with Higglytown Heroes, Bear in the Big Blue House, Stanley, and many others. Songs are balanced between theme songs and teaching songs focusing on topics like friends, sharing, and brushing teeth.6. DisneyRemixMania
Released in September 2005, this CD features classic Disney songs redone by current Disney pop stars. The Disney Remix series allows today's popular artists to record known Disney songs with a rock or techno flair. "Second Star to the Right" by Jesse McCartney and Raven's "Under the Sea" will be two of your child's favorites. Just imagine the close harmony of Hilary and Haylie Duff in a remake of "The Siamese Cat Song" with techno flavor.7. Ralph's World - Green Gorilla, Monster & Me
Released in August 2005, this CD features Ralph's World with some of their best songs yet. Ralph and friends were actually rockers of the 90s who found their real audience in the children of the 00s. From the remake of the Ray Stephens' classic "Gitarzan", to the toddler inspired "I Don't Wanna" and "Yum! Yuk!", the album is destined to be a hit with kids and parents alike.8. Cinderella Soundtrack - Special Edition
Released in October of 2005 to coincide with the movie re-release, this is a remastered version of the original Disney Cinderella songs. There are two new Cinderella inspired songs, "Beautiful" by Jim Brickman and Wayne Brady, and "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes" by Kimberley Locke. The other songs are the enhanced originals of the classics, including "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo".9. Veggie Tales - The Incredible Singing Christmas Tree
Released in September 2005, this CD features a good mix of classic Christmas songs and characteristic Veggie Tales silliness. The story centers around auditions to be the 'Star' at the top of the living Christmas tree. It ends with the Veggies coming together to find the true meaning of Christmas. Just remember that although Veggie voices are not always melodic, they are always fun. The final track is a bonus song, "It's About Love" by Wynonna Judd.10. Scat Like That: A Musical Word Odyssey
"Hey diddle diddle, the cat and the fiddle, words on the griddle with a riddle in the middle."Scat Like That: A Musical Word Odyssey by Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer was released in September, 2005. This wonderful album features a celebration of words, from limericks, to tongue twisters, to pig latin. The songs include almost every type of music. The lyrics are beautifully creative and fascinating.
