TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Audio & CD Product Category

Family Tree by FRANCES ENGLAND

Frances England’s second CD blends folk, indie and old time sounds to explore themes of family life, animals, friendship and empowerment. The record consists of 16 family-friendly tracks. Launch date: May 2008. 5/13/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

SoundSleep™ for Babies CD Featuring the WombEffect™ by SoundScience

SoundSleep for Babies™ is a scientifically composed audio soundtrack, using actual womb recordings, digitally enhanced using a patent-pending process to replicate the sound underwater (as the baby experienced it in his/her prenatal world).

With it’s exceptional accuracy, SoundSleep allows babies to instantly recognize the sound of their former cozy and peaceful home, reminding them that they are SAFE. With this method, their fears are quickly calmed, and they can stop crying - often on the spot - and then fall asleep naturally. 5/2/2008 (Price: $24.95)

Feel the Beat by KIMBO EDUCATIONAL

The CD encourages kids to stay active, using a diverse selection of original "club" type music.
“The music is very cool and the exercises are challenging and fun!” Kimbo Educational Sales and Marketing Director Elaine Murphy told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $15.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

"Swing, Dance and Sing" DVD with Bonus CD Sampler by THE SWINGSET MAMAS

This DVD contains a collection of favorite Swingset Mamas songs brought to life by imaginative sets, costumed characters, whimsical animation and graphics, and 35 real-life kids who extend the fun for children at home. From getting dressed yourself to being awed by nature's smallest creatures, the songs celebrate the daily rhythms and wonders of growing up. Genres range from folk-rock-blues to calypso, hip-hop and zydeco. “The Swingset Mamas blend terrific musicianship and heartfelt parenting tips with their signature style ranging from rock to reggae. The Mamas infuse their playful, inspiring tunes with their own mom-tested wisdom — providing musical strategies to making everyday activities fun,” Marlowe Bechmann of the Swingset Mamas told TDmonthly. This product received a 2008 Parents’ Choice Fun Stuff Award and a 2008 iParenting Media Award for Best Home Video/DVD Product. Launch date: January 8, 2008. 4/21/2008 (Price: $12.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Special Kind of Day CD by BIG TRUCK MUSIC LLC

The collection of thirteen original songs covers all the seasons of the year. The record also encourages families to find what’s special in every day, whether it be a birthday, a holiday or a Wednesday. “The album is real music for kids who are too old for toddler tunes, but not quite ready for main stream pop music,” Rebecca Frezza, of Big Truck Music LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 8, 2008. 3/27/2008 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pop Go the Wiggles! Nursery Rhymes and Songs by KOCH ENTERTAINMENT

This 36-track album contains well-known nursery rhymes such as “Hickory Dickory Dock” and “Jack and Jill” recorded by the Wiggles’ Sam, Murray, Jeff and Anthony. Launch date: March 18, 2008. 3/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sesame Street: Elmopalooza! by KOCH ENTERTAINMENT

Kenny Loggins, the Fugees, Jimmy Buffett, Celine Dion and other musical sensations join the Sesame Street Muppets in this 11-track collection of songs. 3/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sesame Street: Sing the Alphabet by KOCH ENTERTAINMENT

On the album, Ernie, Elmo, Oscar the Grouch, Grover and other Sesame Street friends cover all the letters of the alphabet in 26 letter-inspired songs plus a real tongue twister, “ABC-DEF-GHI.” Launch date: March 4, 2008. 3/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sesame Street: Kids' Favorite Songs by KOCH ENTERTAINMENT

Children can listen to the songs they know best on this 15-track album that includes “Old MacDonald,” “John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt” and “Oh Suzanna.” Launch date: March 4, 2008. 3/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sesame Street: Platinum All-Time Favorites by KOCH ENTERTAINMENT

Featuring all-original lyrics, this 20-track CD produced by Ed Mitchell and Christopher Cert features the songs “Rubber Duckie,” “The People in Your Neighborhood,” “The Monster in the Mirror,” and “I Love Trash.” Launch date: March 4, 2008. 3/26/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dog Party Fun Pack by ANIMAL WOW ENTERTAINMENT INC.

Designed to instill in children positive values and pet safety tips to last a lifetime, this set includes Stately and Remix plush toys, Animal Wow’s award-winning DVD, a music CD and the “Dog Party Fun Book.” 3/26/2008 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HealthRock® Lullabies For Kids of All Ages by HEALTHROCK LLC

Each original soothing and melodic track is intended to help children relax and fall asleep. “The music was created by an award winning physician/musician and the order of the songs [was] chosen to optimize relaxation” HealthRock LLC Creator and Producer Machelle Seibel, MD told TDmonthly. This product won a 2008 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: October 1, 2007. 3/25/2008 (Price: $16.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HealthRock® Kid's Edition by HEALTHROCK LLC

Original fun music with a health message. Award winning physician sings about nut allergies to wearing a helmet, from dealing with bed wetting to eating healthy. A delight for kids, parents, caretakers and teachers. Listen, laugh and learn. Recommended if you like Sesame Street, Raffi, Schoolhouse Rock. 3/25/2008 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HealthRock® Preschool Edition by HEALTHROCK LLC

Songs about potty training to hand washing, from dealing with monsters under the bed to eating healthy. A delight for kids, parents, caretakers and teachers. Listen, laugh and learn. Recommended if you like Sesame Street, Raffi, Schoolhouse Rock. 3/25/2008 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stitched-Together Classics Music CD by PADDYWHACK LANE LLC

A collection of over 30 children's melodies, woven together into 15 energetic arrangements sure to keep your little ones dancing for hours! From Jazz to Swing and Cajun to Bluegrass, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Includes songs such as The Farmer in the Dell & Old MacDonald, The Wheels on the Bus & Camptown Races, My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean & Blow the Man Down, There Was An Old Lady & Shoo Fly, Oh, Dear! What Can the Matter Be? & I'm a Little Teapot, and Pop Goes the Weasel & Itsy Bitsy Spider. 3/18/2008 (Price: $12.99)

African Dreamland by PUTUMAYO KIDS

Featuring artists Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Chiwoniso, Samite and others, this 11-track album blends vocal and instrumental talent in gentle African songs. A portion of profits will be given to non-profit NextAid, which works to help African children with the many challenges they face. Launch date: April 29, 2008. 3/17/2008 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Here Comes Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could by BUMBLIN´ BEE RECORDS

Featuring acoustic arrangements, R&B influence and optimistic tunes that bring back the feel of the ‘70s, this 12-track album includes the songs “Road Trip,” “Your Smile” and “Good Night, Daisy.” Launch date: March 4, 2008. 3/17/2008 (Price: $15.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rock of All Ages by DADDY A GO GO

The 12-track record about modern family life is sung by a father with the help of his two children. The rock record includes songs about everything from vacation tips to teaching kids the value of money to teaching kids about growing up. “This CD starts with a lyrical reference to Chuck Berry in the song ‘Rock of Ages’ and ends with a Chuck Berry, “John Boydston of Daddy A Go Go told TDmonthly. “What other kids CD released this decade can say that?” Launch date: March 13, 2008. 3/12/2008 (Price: $12.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Samson and Delilah Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

Samson is the strongest man in Israel...as long as he doesn’t cut his hair. But with the evil Philistines closing in, should the great warrior trust the beautiful young woman to whom he’s given his heart?

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jonah and the Whale Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

When God asks him to embark on an important mission, the headstrong Jonah has other ideas that lead him from the port of Tarshish to the belly of a whale. Is Jonah’s faith strong enough to get him out of this mess.

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

David and Goliath Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

Brave young David faces the fiercest warrior of his time, the wicked giant Goliath, armed with a simple slingshot and his unyielding faith in God.

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Noah's Ark Read-Along Storybook with included CD-ROM by PC Treasures, Inc.

Ever-faithful Noah is given an important task by God—build an ark and save the animals from the impending flood. With the animals aboard and the rain beginning, Noah witnesses the awesome power of God, and the great depths of His merciful heart.

 3/11/2008 (Price: $4.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dixieland Jazz for Children by WIGGLE WORM RECORDS

Multi-award-winning New Orleans singer/songwriter and children’s musician Johnette Downing, staying true to her Louisiana roots, joins forces with Jimmy LaRocca and the Original Dixieland Jazz Band on "Dixieland Jazz for Children." The recording gives Johnette the opportunity to share with children all over the world music that provided the soundscape for her own childhood. "Johnette Downing brings the spicy flavors of her home state to all her recordings," Elizabeth Waldman Frazier of Waldmania PR told TDmonthly. "It was Johnette’s idea to update Dixieland jazz, fusing it with her own lyrics and new melodies." Launch date: May 6, 2008. 2/29/2008 (Price: $15.99)

Multiplication Sensation by JANDIE JAMS MUSIC LLC

The CD and book set helps kids practice their multiplication skills. The CD features catchy songs recorded by live musicians, and is accompanied by a book full of comic-book style illustrations for each of the numbers — or characters — on the CD. Launch date: July 2008. ( Watch Video) 2/21/2008 (Price: $16.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

I'm Growing by GEE, SPOT! RECORDS

This 15-track CD features artist Gunnar Madsen in a collection of family-style music that touches on classic, calypso and upbeat styles, with doses of silliness throughout. The CD comes with 16 pages of liner notes with lyrics and comments from the artist. “Gunnar Madsen offers an unusual take on growing up that will appeal to parents as much as the kids. Specialty retailers will appreciate the musicianship and humor of these tunes, which make a great soundtrack for customers to enjoy while shopping,” Beth Blenz-Clucas of Sugar Mountain PR told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2008. 2/18/2008 (Price: $14.98) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]