Lush life: ‘Fingers Crossed’ by Miki Berenyi
❉ Miki Berenyi’s autobiography is brutally honest, funny, moving and well-written, writes James Collingwood.
Articles by James Collingwood
‘Fell from the Sun: Downtempo and After Hours 1990-91’
❉ James Collingwood reviews Bob Stanley and Pete Wiggs’ latest collection, taking us back to the very beginning of the ’90s.
Bob Stanley talks ‘Let’s Do It: The Birth of Pop’
❉ James Collingwood catches up with the musician and pop historian to chat about his most recent book.
Marc Almond’s ‘Stranger Things’ (3CD) reviewed
❉ No relation to the hit Netflix serial, James Collingwood on Cherry Red’s latest expanded Marc Almond reissue, his 11th solo album.
Alive, She Cried: ‘Toyah! Toyah! Toyah!’
❉ Cherry Red continue with their impressive re-releases of Toyah’s albums, writes James Collingwood.
Super Bad! Hits & Rarities from The Treasure Isle Vaults (1971-1973)
❉ Another fascinating compilation of reggae tracks from the vaults of Arthur ‘Duke’ Reid.
‘Let’s Do It: The Birth of Pop’ by Bob Stanley
❉ Ace Records’ resident pop historian lovingly chronicles the entire pre-rock’n’roll era of modern music, writes James Collingwood.
Billie Mackenzie: ‘Satellite Life Recordings (1995-1996)’
❉ This impressive collection makes one wonder if Mackenzie’s career would have indeed soared again had he not taken his life, writes James Collingwood.
‘King Rocker’ (Film & Soundtrack) reviewed
❉ Stewart Lee’s hit documentary about Robert Lloyd and the Nightingales arrives on DVD at last…
‘Oxide Ghosts’: Michael Cumming Talks
❉ The Brass Eye director chats about Oxide Ghosts, Kurt Vonnegut, Toast of Tinseltown, King Rocker and more.