New music releases: Pretenders, Oasis and more

October 7, 12:34 PMChicago Rock Music ExaminerFrank Krolicki

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The Pretenders - "Break Up the Concrete" - The rock 'n' roll legends release their first record since 2002's polished "Loose Screw." This time it's stripped down and back to basics, covering rockabilly, soul, country and the melodic pop/rock Chrissie Hynde and co. are best known for.

Oasis - "Dig out Your Soul" - Brit rock's kings of narcissism are back with perhaps their best received LP since the 90s.

The Clash - "Live at Shea Stadium" - The 16-track disc captures a 1982 performance from of of the greatest - if not the greatest - punk bands of all time.

Deerhoof - "Offend Maggie"  - San Francisco's Deerhoof have been releasing records since 1996, and their new LP continues their unconventional take on indie rock.

Margot & the Nuclear So and So's - "Not Animal" - This is the sophomore LP from the introspective indie rock act, which created a buzz in 2005 with "The Dust of Retreat."

Local artists:

Catfish Haven - "Devastator" - These indie rock meets soul locals will play a CD release show for their second LP, "Devastator," Saturday, October 11 at Metro.

Brighton, MA - "Amateur Lovers" - Brighton, MA will join Catfish Haven at Metro for the October 11 show with a release of their own. "Amateur Lovers" is the band's debut album, which they will play in its entirety.

My My My - "Little Cat Plays the Alpha Rave" - This local indie pop band, which brings to mind the smart pop of The New Pornographers, is playing a record release show at Subterranean for their new LP, "Little Cat Plays the Alpha Rave," this Saturday.

Kid, You'll Move Mountains - "Loomings" - This is the band's debut record, and while they are planning an official CD release shows, they are giving those who attend their show at Bottom Lounge this Friday, October 10, first crack to hear it for free. Everyone who attends the show will receive a unique download URL.