AIR 10,000 Hz Legend (Astralwerks) The Gallic duo reprise their lo-watt electronica; Beck contributes vocals ("The Vagabond") and spoken word ("Don't Be Light").
GOO GOO DOLLS What I Learned About Ego, Opinion, Art & Commerce (1987-2000) (Warner Bros.) This set revisits overlooked tracks from the Dolls' previous efforts.
MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER time*sex*love* (Columbia) The eclectic singer-songwriter ventured to London to record this eighth album, her first batch of new material since 1996's A Place in the World.
BRAD PAISLEY Part II (Arista Nashville) The 28-year-old country crooner and 2001 Grammy nominee for Best New Artist offers a second helping of his twangy stew, with guests George Jones and Sonya Isaacs, among others.
IN THE STUDIO
MARC ANTHONY, in New York City, recording separate salsa and pop albums that will be released simultaneously in late August. Still undecided is whether the English-language release will include his duet with Jessica Simpson, currently slated only for her June 5 release.
DIANA KRALL, in New York City and L.A., wrapping up a September album of standards (most associated with Frank Sinatra), with lush orchestrations by composer-arranger Claus Ogerman.
Speaking of Krall, she'll be duetting with TONY BENNETT on Bennett Sings the Blues, just getting under way in New York City. Pairings for the November record are also planned with Bonnie Raitt, k.d. lang, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, B.B. King, and Etta James.
