​Joe Meek’s international hit ‘Telstar’ as performed by The Tornadoes, was inspired by the telecommunication satellite of the same name. At the end of the 50s and the early 60s, both capitalist and communist societies were excited by Science and Space. The future looked bright and an era of new Conquests and Discoveries announced itself, suggesting an atmosphere of endless opportunities which also affected the arts and particularly music. Joe Meek’s real interests were the seemingly limitless possibilities of electronics, with pop music being a derivative for recognition and much-needed cash to continue his investigation. It is no surprise then that as early as 1959, Joe Meek wrote, recorded and produced a dozen tunes to be released as an album titled ‘I Hear A New World’ (eventually, only EP was put out in 1960). Meek imagined voices and sounds belonging to a ‘New World’, viz. Space, for instance by composing marches and dances of peoples that lived on the Moon. Notwithstanding his originality in the field of pop music, Meek wasn’t exactly an isolated case. In fact, an entire new generation of composers was exploring the possibilities of electronics, think  Stockhausen, Boulez, Cage and Varèse. Contrary to Meek, they stuck to so-called “serious” music.
The sound engineers of the established record companies envied Meek’s Top Ten success, but didn’t get the message. The BBC did and started the Radiophonic Workshop. Also one mainstream producer understood what was going on: George Martin, the future fifth Beatle. His attention was caught by a short piece (thirty seconds!) written by Radiophonic Workshop composer Maddalena Fagadini and in 1962, with the help of Fagandini, Martin actually delivered a 45 rpm single.
This 3CD box set is an exceptional release, one of very few to put pop music in a wider context and to offer pieces of music that symbolize the antithesis of chart success.
Cherry Red here make available the master version of Meek’s unreleased LP, as well as a restored version. Furthermore, it emphasizes the pivotal role played by the BBC Radiophonic, while re-creating the international context of “serious” music by including work of Messiaen, Varèse, Henry, Stockhausen, Ligeti and many, many more.
A lovely booklet serves as a real guide.
Radio 68 www.radio68.be plays excerpts on Sunday 24 and Tuesday 26 November, repeated on Sunday 03 and Tuesday 05 December.

​This solo piano music works as a therapeutic medium, and also as a catharsis for the artist, who recovered from breast cancer. 

​This album with affirmations is ideal for meditation, or just as a boost for yourself.

​Great contemporary R & B album with a nostalgic soul, funk and roots image.  Ready to conquer Europe. We hope to find them on stage of every festival next year.

​Arranged for orchestra by Pete Knutsen, Silently loud flirts with musical, opera and pop in a classic suit with a lot of strings.

​Small scales with huge emotional impact!

​A fine project for children to get interested in jazz, and for adults to reconnect with their inner child.

​A nice change of music style, that I like very much!

​This duet album is a must for fans of world music.

​The songs on this album sound warm and romantic, and that was the intention!

​In collaborarion with Khoes, the voice of Nesindano Namises: enchanting on a primordial rythm.  Perect!

Danceable, rythmic, melodic and experimental…refreshing synths.

​A modern approach to the big band sound, with elements of funk, soul, R&B and gospel. 

​A real party album, recommended to those who love reggae and ska. 

Time to tell the truth more brutally.  Comet Gain has made a perfect come-back. Stay alive!

​Very original approach of danceable experimental psychedelic music.  With the tropical beats they create a universe to enjoy.  Search and you will find….quality in the mystery.

​Belgium’s most unique musician is celebrating his 70th birthday with a predictable good album. No more, no less!

Anna Ternheim looks back on her love life: intimate confessions? Her dreamy voice on the fragile melodies work as a drug on your mind…  With very recognizable lyrics.

​Every rock fan will remember that Humble Pie were first and foremost a formidable live band, mixing originals with their roots (Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, Dr. John, etc.), improvising lengthy versions that easily lasted 15 minutes or more. It is no surprise then that their best-selling records were live renderings of such fiery shows, think ‘Performance – Rockin’ The Filllmore’.
Cherry Red Records are unveiling more live Humble Pie, and that’s a good idea. This 4CD set, featuring as many shows, is volume four in a series aptly titled ‘Tourin’’.  Although the band kept releasing new material, these sets mainly feature songs from the early seventies and a substantial helping of covers. Agreed: it is nigh impossible to improve on ‘Performance’, ‘Eat It’ and ‘Smokin’ – so they didn’t try . Not even with the highly talented and underrated singer-guitarist Bobby Tench on board. Being a fan, I surely welcome these later live shows. These guys seem to be on fire uninterruptedly! This release does have one flaw: sound quality isn’t always that brilliant, but there’s enough good stuff to keep you happy.  
Excerpts will be played in ‘My Generation’ on Radio 68, www.radio68.be (Sunday 17 & Tuesday 19 November, repeated Nov. 24 and Nov. 26)

​Freak out on the sounds of this norwegian trio.  Or use fragments in your own video’s. Workable experimental improvisations with a lot of prog-, rock- and jazz influences. 

​Beautiful fingerpicking guitar and an interesting story.  While you listen to this psychedelic oriented album, scroll through the website and imagine the lonely life of a scientist in Siberia. 

His fans labeled him as a kind of Reverend Freakchild. He seems like a reincarnation of an old blues artist. Now The Rev. us with his new release "Road Dog Dharma". He is one of the modern blues eccentrics. This release is a kind of road trip through The States. An dit sounds great !

If you’re not feeling well, don’t listen. If you have a funeral in the family, suggest a song.  Pure emotion, in words and in music.

​On this new album, Spyro Gyra covers tunes from their youth, and turn them into something new!

​Jeff knows how to bring beautiful music. Recommended!