> EMI / The Right Stuff have recently released greatest hits albums for two top R&B acts of the 80s, Shalamar and Midnight Star.
> Rhino Records will be celebrating its 21st anniversary with their first annual RetroFest. The pop culture festival will take place both indoors and outdoors at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium in Santa Monica, Calif. on Friday, August 13; Saturday, August 14; and Sunday, August 15. The all-day $15 ticket admission will include admission to all concerts, events, and exhibits for that day.
Although there are numerous events during the weekend, concerts from Berlin, Missing Persons, Sam Moore, Sugarhill Gang, Ohio Players, Dick Dale and more are the highlight of the fun. For more information, check out http://www.rhino.com/retrofest
