Brett Anderson – ‘Collected Solo Work’ reviewed
❉ The sound of an artist rediscovering his voice and how to make music without compromises.
ALBUM REVIEW
‘Hits And Pieces: The Best Of Marc Almond And Soft Cell’ reviewed
❉ From Tainted Love to A Kind Of Love, keep a little Marc in your heart with his new singles collection.
Idles – ‘Brutalism’ reviewed
❉ “A short, sharp bracing racket, in the lineage of the Gang of Four school of post-punk.”
Matata: ‘Wanna Do My Thing – The Complete President Recordings’ reviewed
❉ Afro-funk pioneers’ complete President recordings, collected for the first time!
Graham Central Station – ‘Three Original Classic Funk Albums’ reviewed
❉ A thumping treat for fans of funk, picking up where Sly and the Family Stone left off.
Deee-lite – ‘World Clique: Deluxe Edition’ reviewed
❉ A comprehensive, lavishly illustrated reissue of a compelling snapshot of club life in 1990.
Clap Your Hands Say Yeah! – ‘The Tourist’ reviewed
❉ Clap Your Hands Say Yeah’s fifth album is a short but sweet effort.
Keep On Movin’: Deodato – ‘Night Cruiser/Happy Hour’ reviewed
❉ Two classic jazz funk albums on one CD, showcasing the many talents of Eumir Deadato, ripe for rediscovery.
Fairground Attraction – ‘The First of a Million Kisses: Expanded Edition’ reviewed
❉ A comprehensive look back at a band best known for their hit song ‘Perfect’.
She’s Got Magic: ‘The Fox Box’ reviewed
❉ It’s Goldfrapp before Goldfrapp! The complete works of ‘70s band Fox under one roof.