Actress-turned-singer Scarlett Johansson's debut album has received a series of scathing reviews from music critics, who have branded the star's recordings "fussy and forgettable".

Dead R&B star Ray Charles is set for more success from beyond the grave with the release of a second album of classic tracks he reworked for the Ray biopic.

Three classic Elvis Costello albums are to be re-released as double-CDs, with a total of 73 extra tracks.