NEW MUSIC FRIDAY | Mercury Rev and 60-70s European Rock out today!
Happy New Music Friday! Here's everything we've released today...
Mercury Rev: All Is Dream, 25th Anniversary Double Black Vinyl Edition
A fresh
black vinyl edition of Mercury Rev’s 'All Is Dream' - the stunning sequel to their debut album ‘Deserter’s Song’. Pressed on black vinyl to mark the 25th anniversary of this remarkable record. Cherry Red's re-issue comes in an exclusive gatefold sleeve, with full support from the band. ‘All Is Dream’ includes the classic Rev singles: ‘Nite And Fog’, the magnificent opening track ‘The Dark Is Rising’ (#16 UK) and ‘Little Rhymes’. Plus a bonus disc featuring various B-sides and out-takes.
Various Artists: So High I've Been - A European Rock Anthology 1967-1973, 3CD
Anthology of the Continental Europe rock scene at its late 60s/early 70s zenith. Hit singles, leading bands and cult classics.
Peter Goalby: Don't Think This Is Over, CD
Peter Goalby was the lead singer of Uriah Heep, Trapeze and Fable but has now retired from the music industry.
Peter recorded these songs in 1987 but the tapes were lost until a chance find decades later.
The album features guest appearances by his Uriah Heep bandmates Mick Box and John Sinclair.
Nektar: Fortyfied, 2CD Edition
This Nektar live album features a line-up of Roye Albrighton, Ron Howden, Peter Pichl and Klaus Henatsch.
‘Fortyfied’ was recorded to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Nektar’s formation.
Spirit: Sea Dream, 4CD Expanded & Remastered Edition
Remastered and expanded 4CD clamshell box set edition of ‘Sea Dream’ by Spirit.
Originally issued in 2002 as a double CD version and unavailable for many years.
'Sea Dream’ was a collection of previously unreleased demos and recordings made by the late Randy California and his band Spirit.
West, Bruce & Laing: Out Into The Fields - The Albums 1972-1974, 3CD Clamshell Box Set
Newly remastered 3CD clamshell box set anthology featuring the three albums recorded by West, Bruce & Laing.
Nektar: A Tab in the Ocean, Deluxe Five Disc Limited Edition
An expanded deluxe edition of ‘A Tab in the Ocean’ by Nektar.
First issued in November 1972, the album was the second release by Nektar and was a milestone for the band as it set the template that that would bring them success in both Germany and the USA.
Originally featuring just four pieces, the albums first side would be dominated by the extensive title track which was a progressive rock tour de force. The remaining tracks, ‘Desolation Valley / Waves’, ‘Crying in the Dark’ and ‘King of Twilight’ would also become Nektar classics.
Various Artists: With A Little Help From My Friends – Covers of The Beatles 1967-1970, 3CD Set
Following the success of 'We Can Work Out Work It Out – Covers of The Beatles 1962-1966', Strawberry present 'With A Little Help From My Friends' that focuses on the next stage of The Fab Four's career: 1967-1970.
Like the first volume, this 3CD box set looks at the continuing huge influence The Beatles had on a multitude of artists in disparate genres throughout numerous countries.
Available to stream, download and listen now - music from Buzzcocks, King Prawn, and Howard Jones out today:
PLUS: Our Hidden Gems playlist for archival releases brand new to digital:
Also hitting streaming today, Mark Butcher presents 'Missing You'...
Also hitting streaming today, Mark Butcher presents 'Missing You'...








