Gandalf – ‘Journey To An Imaginary Land: Remastered Edition’ reviewed
❉ The classic 1980 debut album by Hans Strobl, re-mastered from the original mastertapes.
Cherry Red
Radio Stars: ‘Thinking Inside The Box’ 4CD set reviewed
❉ Andy Ellison’s punks still sound great and the results are here to enjoy.
The Residents: ‘The Ghost of Hope’
❉ 45 years on, the Residents are still producing strange, compelling, and challenging work.
Matata: ‘Wanna Do My Thing – The Complete President Recordings’ reviewed
❉ Afro-funk pioneers’ complete President recordings, collected for the first time!
The Manhattans: ‘I Kinda Miss You – The Anthology’ reviewed
❉ A comprehensive history of one of the finest purveyors of broken-hearted soul.
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.
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.
‘Magnificent: 62 Classics From The Cramps’ Insane Collection’ reviewed
❉ A treasure trove of oddball rockabilly, R&B, blues, and general weirdness…