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Ashlee Simpson, “Bittersweet World” (UMD)
Simpson morphs into upbeat, hook-driven pop mode on her third disc, shallowly echoing the latest radio and dance-club hits.
Flight of the Conchords, “Flight of the Conchords” (Sub Pop)
This New Zealand indie comedy duo returns with 15 dry, self-aware tunes culled from the first season of its HBO series. Recommended for fans of Spinal Tap and Tenacious D.
Whitesnake, “Good to Be Bad” (Steamhammer)
David Coverdale and crew celebrate 30 years of melodic pop-metal with their 10th studio album — the first all-new material in a decade.
