Mrs Mills meets Joe Meek: ‘Lieutenant Pigeon: The Decca Years’
❉ Stop the pigeon! Huw Thomas has a knees-up with Coventry’s most unlikely pop sensation.
Articles by Huw Thomas
Climb Aboard My Roundabout! The British Toytown Sound 1967-1974
❉ Huw Thomas takes a trip to toytown – a splendid time is guaranteed for all.
‘Father´s Name is Dad -The Complete Fire’ reviewed
❉ A compelling overview of an accomplished but luckless band, writes Huw Thomas.
‘Heroes & Villains – The Sound Of Los Angeles 1965-1968’
❉ A comprehensive overview that shimmers with mythical Americana, writes Huw Thomas.
‘Beyond the Pale Horizon – The British Progressive Pop Sounds Of 1972’
❉ Glam was the headline, but the entire rock spectrum was a haven for the twee, the outcast and the strange in 1972, writes Huw Thomas.
‘The Black Archive #54: Dalek’
❉ A rewarding examination of one of Doctor Who’s greatest stories, writes Huw Thomas.
RPM Records Go ‘Right Back Where We Started From’
❉ Dana Gillespie and Petula Clark are among the immaculate obscurities compiled in RPM’s final release.
From ‘Pinball’ to ‘Desert Road’: Brian Protheroe talks
❉ We speak to the veteran musician and actor about his 70s albums, First Dates and the new album.
Bubblerock Is Here To Stay! The British Pop Explosion 1970-73
❉ Huw Thomas reviews a bird’s eye view of early ‘70s pure pop. Music snobs, look away!
Carla Thomas – ‘Let Me Be Good To You’ reviewed
❉ Gee Whiz! Soul’s queen of the south compiled.