Jim Lauderdale,”From Another World” (Yep Roc)- This prolific roots music performer has assembled a hugely impressive back catalogue during the past three decades or so, releasing albums with astonishing regularity as well penning hits for Nashville luminaries such as George Strait, Patty Loveless and the great George Jones. The latest offering from this Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter and Americana legend is a typically imaginative and eclectic affair blessed with beguiling ditties such as “The Secrets of the Pyramids” and Jim’s heartfelt plea for empathy and understanding in a troubled world,”Listen.”