Ars Nova: ‘Fields Of People’ (1968-1969) reviewed
❉ The intelligence and musical nous that spans these two discs is really worth diving into and enjoying.
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Brian Davison’s Every Which Way: 50th Anniversary Edition
❉ This album is a slow burner, and reveals its magic and beauty over repeated listens, writes James R Turner.
‘A Slight Disturbance In My Mind’ reviewed
❉ Paul Abbott takes a trip through ‘The British Proto-Psychedelic Sounds Of 1966’.
The Cult of ITV’s ‘Raw Power’
❉ Looking back on the ITV Night Time rock show, and a chat with ‘Krusher’ Joule.
Strawbs: ‘Deadlines – Remastered & Expanded’ reviewed
❉ The definitive reissue of a great lost gem doesn’t sell itself short.
Positive Negative Man announce new EP
❉ Post-punk/indie band from Boston, MA. have a new, self-titled EP, dropping on 7 August, 2020.
Little Tears of Love: ‘Toyah: Solo’ reviewed
❉ This is a fine time to look back at the solo career of an underrated artist.
The Associates: ‘Perhaps’ (Expanded Collection) reviewed
❉ Ange Chan reviews an overlooked, but essential gem by The Associates.
Howard Jones: ‘One To One’ reviewed
❉ This package acts as a comprehensive record of this period in Jones’ recording career, in sound and vision.
Two Sevens Clash: ‘Hits Of ’77’ reviewed
❉ Sonia Pottinger’s seminal reggae collection let loose on CD, with 34 rare bonus tracks.