Dance Craze (1981) BFI Blu-ray reviewed
❉ This must-buy package captures the vitality of the 2-Tone phenomenon, writes Rob Fairclough.
Music
Ken Hensley: Past & Present reviewed
❉ This anthology demonstrates the versatility of the prog legend’s solo career, writes Stuart Douglas.
Inspiral Carpets ‘The Complete Singles’ reviewed
❉ Nina Bea takes a magical Carpets ride with one of Madchester’s finest exports.
The Residents: Third Reich’n Roll (pREServed)
❉ The Residents offer an invitation to the most disturbing ‘70s party it is possible to imagine.
Trapeze: Don’t Stop The Music
❉ Three discs of rare and unreleased live shows make this boxed set worth the purchase alone, writes James R Turner.
The Auteurs: People ‘Round Here Don’t Like To Talk About It
❉ Stuart Douglas revisits the distinctive vision of The Auteurs and the unique talent of Luke Haines.
The Wedding Present: ‘24 Songs’ The Album
❉ Full versions of all the tracks from 2022’s 7”-single-a-month series, re-curated by David Gedge to include five bonus tracks.
Tony Rivers: Move A Little Closer (1963-1970)
❉ There are treasures to be found in this charming box set, writes Chris Browning.
Gig Review: Jared James Nichols – The Black Heart, Camden
❉ Robert Fairclough downs a double shot of muscular modern blues at The Black Heart pub in Camden.
Inspiral Carpets: ‘The Complete Singles’
❉ New compilation sees all of the Manchester band’s singles remastered and available on one album for the first time.