The Beckies

Good To Know: The Beckies Story

Omnivore, 2025

9/10

Listen to Good To Know: The Beckies Story

There was just one album from the Michael Brown fronted band The Beckies, and this 1976 classic returns with a bonus disc of previous unissued demos.

Disc 1, the original album, opens with the melodic spirit of “Right By My Side”, where Scott Trusty’s soaring voice is met with Mayo James McAllister’s crunchy guitar, and “River Bayou” follows with Brown’s flowing keys complementing the heartfelt singing and Harry Lookofsky’s sophisticated violin.

Further into the first half, “Other Side Of Town” benefits much from Gary Hodgden’s punchy drumming, while “Can’t Be Alone” uses firms keys and Mark Abel’s skilled bass in a bit of a louder climate that’s certainly not short on pop ideas, too.

“Run Jenny Run” finishes out the original album with an energetic mood via the bouncy rhythm section and sing-alongs, and “Blue Monday” leads the back half off with some rawness and adventurous guitar bouts.

Further on, “Lonely Times” is an emotive moment with a cautious demeanor that’s relatable, and “She Wrote A Song (Version 2)” arrives much later with Lookofsky’s well timed strings, thumping drums and rugged guitars that suit Trusty’s powerful pipes.

It’s pretty safe to say that The Beckies existed at the wrong time for mainstream appeal. Their record label didn’t do them any favors in the area of promotion, either, and Brown didn’t want to tour. During the recording of their follow up album they disbanded, but this reissue proves that their power-pop ways have aged very well, and the bonus material is further proof that their short lived existence is certainly worth revisiting.

Travels well with: The Left Banke- Strangers On A Train; The Young Fresh Fellows- The Fabulous Sounds Of The Pacific Northwest

Sean McConnell

Skin

Silent Desert, 2025

10/10

Listen to Skin

The veteran singer-songwriter Sean McConnell pens his most personal album to date, where these 11 songs examine his life as a father, husband, friend, artist and human with much introspection.

The warm strumming of the title track opens with McConnell’s friendly voice guiding the eloquence of the folk ideas, and “Demolition Day” follows with a fuller approach, as crisp drums and a hint of grit enter the melodic and textured climate.

Arriving in the middle, “Take It Easy Darlin’” is a moment of sublime intimacy that tugs on the heartstrings thanks to the emotive singing and cozy guitar, while “Divinity” showcases McConnell’s diverse range via the mysterious songwriting that’s powerful.

Deeper yet, “Older Now” touches on dreamy ideas courtesy of the mature keys and strong attention to atmosphere, and “New Sons And Daughters” exits with the gorgeous keys complementing McConnell’s expressive and soulful delivery.

It’s alarming that this Nashville artist isn’t a household name. McConnell’s gripping voice, sincere songs and timeless execution makes an instant impression, and, if you’re like me, you’ll find yourself a fan immediately.

Travels well with: Lucinda Williams- Sings The Beatles From Abbey Road; Cris Jacobs- One Of These Days

Max McNown

Night Diving

It’s A Fugitive, 2025

9/10

Listen to Night Diving

The sophomore album from the youngster Max McNown, these 10 songs certainly embrace the ideas of his Nashville home with rich and sincere songwriting from beginning to end.

The heartfelt and intimate title track opens with McNown’s distinct voice amid soft and textured instrumentation, and “Better Me For You” follows with a quicker pace of country-influenced sounds that use spirited guitar and thumping drums with a hint of grit.

Landing in the middle, “Love I Couldn’t Mend” offers a poetic and stylish landscape of romantic ideas and melodic gestures, while “Hotel Bible”, the best track, is a flowing and meticulous country rocker that uses the harmonic rhythm section alongside McNown’s stirring voice.

Closer to the end, the soaring harmonica of “Marley” adds much to the rural demeanor, and “Freezing In November” exits with a minimal moment of warm acoustic guitar and emotive singing.

McNown is quickly becoming a household name, and his memorable song craft, authentic delivery and timeless appeal certainly warrants all the attention.

Travels well with: Max McNown- Wandering; Ron Pope- American Man, American Music

Helene Cronin

Maybe New Mexico

Self-Released, 2025

9/10

Listen to Maybe New Mexico

The always impressive artist Helene Cronin returns with perhaps her most personal songs yet, where a stripped down approach is guided by her careful wordplay and expressive acoustic guitar.

The warm guitar and expressive singing of “Copperhill” starts the listen with well timed drums complementing the rootsy flavor, and “Power Lines” follows with a heartfelt mood and vivid storytelling that’s all power and emotion.

Deeper into the 12 songs, the rich demeanor of “People” offers no lack of melody amid the pretty singing, while “Not The Year” carries a dreaminess that benefits from subtle keys alongside the gentle vocals.

Further still, “God Stopped By” emits a spiritual aspect to the folk qualities of the timeless songwriting, and “Visitors” exits with a soothing dreaminess that’s harmonic and touching, where radiant pedal steel suits Cronin’s stirring voice.

An album of calm textures, Cronin’s work is immediately memorable, relatable and continues her ‘love letter to listeners’ with much sincerity and eloquence.

Travels well with: Helene Cronin- Landmarks; Sarah Pierce- Blessed By The West

New Thread Quartet

Saxifraga

New Focus, 2025

9/10

Listen to Saxifraga

On this 2nd album for the New Focus label, the New Thread Quartet flesh out the work of Scott Wollschleger, Amy Beth Kirsten and Victoria Cheah, where attention to multiphonics, tuning and non-pitched sounds is much appreciated.

Wollschleger’s “Without World” opens, and makes great use of Geoffrey Landman’s distinct soprano sax and Kristen McKeon’s precise alto sax for the 16+ minutes of minimal and adventurous ideas.

In the middle, “Avalanche Lily”, by Kirsten, possesses an energetic and colorful climate, as Jonathan Hulting-Cohen’s animated soprano sax is complemented by Erin Rogers’ well timed tenor sax across the 3 chapters of ambience, mystery and squeals.

The last track belongs to Cheah’s “Walk For A Shell”, where a distinct droning and slow gestures of pitch and timbre via Noa Even’s mesmerizing alto sax and Zach Herchen’s strategic bari sax won’t go unnoticed.

A very creative body of work that explores intimacy and inspiration from the natural world, the quartet show much strength in delicate areas, high registers and melodic manipulation like few others could.

Travels well with: Exceptet- Tree Lines; Roberta Michel- Hush

Gils Levelt

Playground

Level T, 2025

8/10

Listen to Playground

The Dutch trumpet wizard Gils Levelt has an impressive resume that includes working with Spinifex and Amsterdam Klezmer Band, among others, and this album written for theatre covers a lot of ideas in its diverse appeal.

The flowing strings and well timed beats of “Momentum” opens the listen with a very unique pairing of classical meets hip-hop ideas, and “Augustus Oklahoma” follows with plenty of percussive sounds amid the electronic exploration.

In the middle, “The Beauty Queen” offers glitchy moments of electro-pop that carries an infectious energy and dreamy bouts, while “Cloaca” is more rooted in a jazz spirit via the atmospheric brass and backdrop of mystery.

Further still, the dance floor mood of “Aardgasten” will get your body moving to the colorful and swirling ambience, and “Voorbij” exits with a more minimal approach that completes the eclectic sonic journey superbly.

A highly atypical effort, the large amount of sounds are complemented by joyful, melancholic and intense moments, where Levelt even uses found objects for his artistic vision.

Travels well with: Joep van Rhijn- Between Fact & Fiction; Teis Semey- En Massei!

Joep Van Rhijn

Between Fact & Fiction

Self-Released, 2025

8/10

Listen to Between Fact & Fiction

A very unique collaboration with the Korean pianist Yoonseung Cho, the trumpet/flugelhorn extraordinaire Joep van Rhijn offers 8 originals of sublime storytelling that is precisely delivered.

“Vergane Glorie” opens the listen with the soulful brass and elegant keys interacting with much grace and beauty, and “Zweefmolen” follows with a charming energy that allows for the heartfelt horn to align with playful piano.

Halfway through, “Vertier” balances emotion with adventurousness as the duo express their inimitable talents, while “Trust” is profoundly intimate and stirring via the mature piano that builds into a lush album highlight.

Landing at the end, “A Lady” carries a dreaminess amid the soft horn and gentle keys, and “Wowuwowuwow” exits with quick fingers from Cho alongside Rhijin’s bright gestures.

An effort that balances transparency and clarity in music, the strategic use of minimalism, melodies and swingin’ moments makes for a creative take on jazz that can be tense but also enlightening.

Travels well with: Teis Semey- En Massei!; Henry Spencer- The Defector

David Owens

Sky Legends: The Music Of David Owens

Albany, 2025

8/10

Listen to Sky Legends: The Music Of David Owens

The composer David Owens turns the ancient Greek constellations of the zodiac into miniatures for four-hand piano, where Victor Cayres, Heeyeon Chi and Hyun-Ji Kwon lend their inimitable talents to the chamber listen.

“Sonata for Cello and Piano” opens with Cayres’ adventurous piano and Hyun-Ji Kwon’s strategic cello making for both animated and soft bouts of dynamic and cautious interaction.

The title track then occupies 12 movements, as Cayres and Chi’s finger acrobatics create distinct and atypical key progressions that can rumble with intensity and also reside in intimacy, while “Soliloquy II” pairs Cayres’ keys with Chi’s stirring strings for the album’s best that tugs on the heartstrings.

“Soliloquy VII” exits the listen and is a solo piano effort where Cayres’ illustrates much attention to mood amid the meticulous and memorable songwriting.

A powerful and expressive body of work that showcases musical illustrations of Hercules, Orion and others, there is much beauty, imagery and detail to absorb here.

Travels well with: Ketty Nez- Through The Light; Christopher Rouse- Concertos

Dustin Brown

Dustin Brown

Self-Released, 2025

9/10

Listen to Dustin Brown

The Texas artist Dustin Brown returns with a 3rd album, where his sincere songwriting and timeless Americana welcomes Christopher Smith, Joe Allan, Tyler Ralston, James Bartosh and Rachel Cole.

“Skins And Shirts” opens with a warm, melodic spirit, where Smith’s thumping drums complement the driving climate, and “Falcon 9” follows with some ruggedness via the rootsy appeal where Bartosh’s strategic bass won’t go unnoticed.

“Baby Don’t” lands in the middle with plenty of country nods and some twang thanks to the sturdy guitar and gritty vocals, while “Ain’t No Love” is an intimate moment of beauty and sincere storytelling.

Residing closer to the end, the hushed and poetic “29th Of March” finds itself in folk territory, and “Old Houses” exits with a heartfelt demeanor and rich vision that’s both timeless and memorable.

Brown takes influences from legends like Blaze Foley, Steve Earle, Billy Joe Shaver and Townes Van Zandt, and his many life experiences and lengthy background in music (he was playing in biker bands while in high school) makes for a wise and relatable version of Americana.

Travels well with: JD Graham- A Pound Of Dust; Matt The Cat Hillyer- Bright Skyline

Arturo O'Farrill/Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra

Mundoagua

Zoho, 2025

8/10

Listen to Mundoagua

The always impressive composer, bandleader and pianist Arturo O’Farrill returns with a commissioned body of work that includes 3 involved pieces that address some of the global crises we are currently dealing with.

The title track opens with 3 movements, where Adam O’Farrill, Rachel Therrien, Seneca Black and Bryan Davis’ trumpets lead the climate before Larry Bustamante’s animated bari sax and O’Farrill’s skilled keys enter the exciting and radiant, worldly jazz mood.

In the middle, “Blue Palestine” comes in four parts that showcase Ricardo Rodriguez’s skilled bass, Patricia Brennan’s distinct vibes and O’Farrill’s inimitable trumpet prowess via the meticulous and textured song craft.

“Dia De Los Muertos” finishes out the record with 3 segments that are quite colorful and put Abdulrahman Amer’s trombone and Rachel Therrien’s trumpet to good use amid the world music ideas that are as unpredictable as they are memorable.

This is O’Farrill’s 5th outing with the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, and like everything before it, it’s an inventive and globally embraceable version of jazz that will likely garner him even more well deserved accolades.

Travels well with: Arturo O’Farrill- Virtual Birdland; Livio Almeida- Brasilia Sessions

Casademoni

64

Bitume, 2025

8/10

Listen to 64

The debut album from the Solaris frontman Alberto Casadei, as Casademoni he fleshes out alt-folk ideas via these 9 acoustic fueled songs.

The warm spirit of “Quargo” opens with Casadei’s flowing guitar and smooth voice alongside Luca Guidi’s crisp drums, and “Rejoyce” follows with Glauco Taddei handling drums across the poetic climate that’s even a bit dreamy.

The middle tracks belong to “Death Of A Salesman” and “Phoenix”. The former is a folk friendly moment with elegant storytelling, while the latter comes with a lush and heartfelt mood of rich and melodic gestures.

Residing close to the end, “Stay” offers gentle and mesmerizing song craft that makes good use of Andrea Cola’s atmospheric synth, and “Wurlitzer” exits with agile keys and Casadei’s stirring voice for the minimal but impactful finish.

Themes of guilt, anguish and teenage depression are present, as Casademoni uses drums, synth, theremin and keys sparingly but effective for the impressive singer-songwriter effort.

Travels well with: Faded Remembrance- Dying Age; Ektör- Ektöristan

Elaine Dame

Reminiscing

Self-Released, 2025

9/10

Listen to Reminiscing

A collection of songs that are ‘70s rooted but reimagined in Elaine Dame’s modern jazz vision, the veteran artist brings her flute and voice to these 9 FM hits that welcome an all-star cast.

The playful bass plucking from Sam Peters opens the listen alongside Dame’s bright voice amid much friskiness, and “Use Me” follows with Jon Deitemyer’s agile drumming and Neal Alger’s warm guitar that suits the expressive pipes.

“Wish You Were Here” and “Sing Child” land in the middle. The former is an intimate moment of soft beauty that benefits from Chris Madsen’s elegant sax, while the latter recruits Alyssa Allgood and Christy Bennett’s soaring harmony vocals via the animated and colorful album highlight.

Arriving near the end, “Last Dance” showcases Tom Vaitsas’ eloquent keys that align with Dames gorgeous singing that tugs on the heartstrings, and “Love Will Find A Way” exits with a rhythmic energy that allows for the crisp drums, bouncy bass, well timed sax and meticulous keys to illuminate the flawless vocals.

Dame set out to record this album in 2019, but the pandemic put a stop to that, and the loss of her parents put the project on hold even further. Now she’s in a better frame of mind and it makes for a really fun and nostalgic body of work.

Travels well with: Mafalda Minnozzi- Riofonic; Judy Wexler- No Wonder

Electric High

Colorful White Lies

Apollon, 2024

9/10

Listen to Colorful White Lies

The Bergen, Norway rockers Electric High bring their alt-rock and classic rock ideas to these 13 hard hitting songs that are never short on energy.

The animated drumming from Tor Bjarne Bjelland opens “Sun”, where Marius Morch’s searing guitar suits the dual vocals from PV Staff and Olav Iversen, and “Harder To Justify” follows with a dense climate that benefits from Einride Torvik’s skilled bass amid plenty of crunch.

Moving along, “Wasted” comes with vocal harmonies and a bouncy delivery you could dance to, while “Cyclone” is a dynamic and multi-faceted version of rock that rhythmic and flowing with a retro spirit.

Deeper still, “Crooks” welcomes harmonica from Opdahl via the soft versus busy bouts of timeless rock, and “Siren’s Lullaby” exits with the lively rhythm section and sing-alongs making for a very memorable finish.

A top notch rock’n’roll effort, fans of Rival Sons, Royal Blood and Sahg won’t have a hard time enjoying this one, as Electric High continue to impress us.

Travels well with: Frank Hammersland- The Ocean Sleeps Alone Tonight; Laughing Stock- Shelter

Spaces Unfolding + Pierre Alexandre Tremblay

Shadow Figures

Bead, 2024

9/10

Listen to Shadow Figures

The trio of Spaces Unfolding (Neil Metcalfe, Philipp Wachsmann and Emil Karlsen) are aligned with Pierre Alexandre Tremblay, who provides electronics for these very distinct and exciting improvised selections.

“Shadow Figures Pt. 1,2” opens with Wachsmann’s strategic violin plucking amid Metcalfe’s dreamy flute for the 20+ minutes of curious and oddly rhythmic gestures that dance around chamber-esque ideas, and “In Praise Of Shadows Pt. 1” follows with ambient noise and electronic manipulation via Tremblay via a very atypical landscape.

In the middle, “Echoes Of Being Pt. 1, 2” buzzes with intrigue alongside Karlsen’s unpredictable and animated drumming in a sci-fi, cinematic sort of way that has much underlying melody, while “In Praise Of Shadows Pt. 2” showcases the flowing flute amid glitchy exploration.

Arriving close to the end, “Reflect/Reflex Pt. 1,2” tinkers with all sorts of atmospheric bouts and wind, drums and string playfulness, and “In Praise Of Shadows Pt. 3” exits with a hint of mystery, where the soft droning builds into a noisy, abrasive yet calculate finish of dizzying song craft.

A truly unique effort that’s armed with unparalleled attention to pitch, tension and avant-garde qualities, in the area of improvisation, this is a stand out record.

Travels well with: Wet Ink Large Ensemble- Missing Scenes; Drew Whiting- All In

Shane Alexander

Forever Songs

Buddhaland, 2025

9/10

Listen to Forever Songs

This 8th album from the California singer-songwriter Shane Alexander welcomes some excellent musicians to 9 songs that span connection, hope, gratitude and personal growth.

The stirring and poetic “Make Your Own Luck” opens with Alexander’s rich voice alongside Chris Pierce’s well timed backing vocals and mature keys, and “Autumn Blue” follows with Fernando Sanchez’s fluid drumming adding much to the melodic and dreamy climate.

Landing in the middle, “Ballad Of The Troubador” builds into an emotive and textured album highlight that uses Vic Ruiz’s bass superbly, while “Whole Lotta Stars” is strong on percussion and atmosphere, where Jesse Siebenberg’s pedal steel won’t go unnoticed.

“Love Find A Way” and “Higher Than High” exit the listen. The former is an intimate moment that comes with a flowing haze of beauty, and the latter is strong mood, as the mesmerizing keys and Tommy Schneller’s sophisticated sax are met with soothing vocal harmonies.

An album of anthems, bouts of melancholy and dance-friendly moments, Alexander’s song craft is full of eloquent storytelling and introspective ideas that will always be timeless.

Travels well with: David Luning- Lessons; Grant Langston- aLAbama

Zack Keim

Battery Lane

Super Sport, 2025

8/10

Listen to Battery Lane

The Pittsburgh singer-songwriter Zack Keim makes quite an impression with this sophomore album, where he shifts into garage-rock and indie-folk ideas thanks to the 11 melodic and timeless tracks.

The pop spirit of the harmonic and upbeat “Canyon” opens with Keim’s intriguing voice guiding the fun, and “Better Days” continues with a playful jangle amid the retro feel amid crisp drumming.

Deeper into the listen, the cozy instrumental “Woodley Park” is an acoustic guitar fueled moment, while the folk influenced title track welcomes a warm rhythm section and heartfelt singing.

One of the loudest moments, “25 Years”, is a brisk garage rocker that’s charged with raw tendencies, and “Comet” exits the listen in nostalgic balladry, where the lush and sonically rich climate benefits from Anthony Jardine’s electric guitar and organ.

A really well thought out and meticulous effort, Keim presents psychedelia, wall of sound harmonies and plenty of originality via the dramatic and sometimes romantic song craft.

Travels well with: King Ropes- Super Natural; The Lostines- Meet The Lostines

Sean Chambers

Sean Chambers Live with the Savoy Brown Rhythm Section

Quatro Valley, 2025

9/10

Listen to Live At Daryl’s House Club

The veteran blues rocker Sean Chambers returns with a 9th album, where The Savoy Brown Rhythm Section are along for the 12 lively tracks.

The booming and driving “Cobra” starts the listen with Garnet Grimm’s hard hitting drums and Pat De Salvo’s flowing bass complementing Chambers’ thick guitar playing, and “I Need Your Loving” follows with a calmer spirit, where Chambers’ gritty pipes guide the powerful blues.

Landing close to the middle, “10 Til Midnight” allows for the precise rhythm section to emit dense grooves amid Chambers’ meticulous guitar, while “Bullfrog Blues” is a tribute Rory Gallagher, and does his memory justice with the energetic and anthemic quality that’s all power and soul.

“Louisiana Blues” and “Brown Sugar” exit the listen. The former comes with a mesmerizing quality that thumps and swirls with intrigue, and the latter chugs with intensity and cautious moments of timeless and authentic blues.

The sound quality here is excellent, as are the songs, where the trio emit plenty of solos and dynamic interaction that anyone with an ear for the blues will enjoy.

Travels well with: Bees Deluxe- Hallucinate; Kelly’s Lot- The Blues Remind Me

The Haas Company/Samuel Hällkvist

Song For Mimi

Psychiatric, 2025

9/10

Listen to Song For Mimi

The Haas Company return with a 3rd installment of their inventive ideas, where the Swedish guitar wizard Samuel Hällkvist lends his talents to 10 inimitable tracks.

The rhythmic and meticulous “Aphelion” starts the listen with Steve Haas’ acrobatic drumming alongside Hällkvist’s radiant guitar and Guy Pratt’s quick bass prowess, and “Shaguzo” follows with rich textures via Kirwan Brown’s frisky bass and Hällkvist’s acoustic guitar progressions.

The middle track belongs to “Smacky McBrown”, where Jerry Goodman’s animated electric violin and Pete Drungle’s lively keys won’t go unnoticed, while “Country Cousin” is a more intimate moment thanks to the pretty musicianship and heartfelt mood.

Deeper still, “Last Song” isn’t quite last but sure is memorable via Nicholas Draps’ soaring electric violin and Drungle’s colorful synth amid the rock fueled template, and “The 1970’s” exits with some retro flavor courtesy of Todd Reynolds’ complicated violin, the detailed rhythm section and, of course, Hällkvist’s unparalleled guitar skills.

Yet another outstanding fusion affair, The Haas Company unload so many grooves into this jazz/prog hybrid that you can’t help but be in awe of.

Travels well with: The Haas Company- Celestial Latitude; Paul Kendall- My Shining Hour

Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters

Good Morning, Sunshine

Blackbird, 2025

9/10

Listen to Good Morning, Sunshine

The all female outfit Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters bring us plenty of joy via this sophomore album that matches their energetic live show.

The animated and bright “Drunk In Ojai” opens with Flynn’s colorful voice alongside Leila Chicko’s frisky drums for the melodic, rootsy fun, and the driving, rugged title track follows with Nancy Luca’s flowing guitar that suits the harmony vocals.

Moving towards the middle, the slightly jangly “Tilly Jane Ridge” welcomes Kathryn Claire’s meticulous violin amid the pretty singing, while “Eye On The Light” is a dance floor ready album highlight that showcases Kat Fountain’s spirited harmonica and Flynn’s infectious pipes.

Arriving near the end, “Shake The Stranger” allows for Carmen Paradise’s fluid bass to illuminate the breezy mood, and “Don’t Leave Me Lonesome” exits with the lush harmonies and twang friendly formula making an indelible impression.

Somewhere between country, Americana, bluegrass, roots and rock’n’roll, Flynn and her company make for a heartfelt and authentic experience that will get your body and spirits moving.

Travels well with: Ashleigh Flynn & The Riveters- Live From The Blue Moon; Paula Fong- Chestnut Mare

KinZie

Dead Eyes

Self-Released, 2019

9/10

Listen to Dead Eyes

A jazz-punk trio from Birmingham, Alabama, on this debut the young KinZie outfit play like seasoned vets and birth a unique version of indie-rock that’s as innovative as it is memorable.

“Heavy Head” gets the LP started out with a bouncy, intricate approach that’s full of math-rock tendencies and a whole lot of melody, and “Love Is A Chemical” follows with a more subdued setting that’s full of crisp instrumentation and dynamic interplay between the three.

An album where each tune brings new surprises, “The Process”recruits a darker feel with a Joy Division like quality that’s adventurous and quirky, while “Dead Eyes” trims the pace back to a J Robbins-esque moment of post-punk beauty.

The back half of the record shines, too, with the crunchy alt-rock of “Brutus”, the shimmering pop-influenced “Wicked Ways” and the cautious, very jazz friendly “Catharsis”, which is a highlight in a listen where each tune is first rate. “Oh Well” ends the affair percussively strong with firm guitar work on an ominous exploration into their vast skill.

Punk, indie, grunge fans and, really, anyone with an ear for unconventional rock sounds will likely find Dead Eyes as fascination as i do. Easily one of the year’s best records, I’d get on board now, cause they these guys are going to be everyone's new favorite thing soon.

Travels well with: Minus The Bear- Omni; The Dismemberment Plan- Change