The video for Kate Bush's remake of the song "Deeper Understanding" has been released and it is available on Youtube. The brand new Kate Bush official site is now available under the name "Fish People- The official site of Kate Bush", be sure to check it out.
Led Er Est - May EP
Following up their excellent Wierd Records debut LP "Dust on Common" and a limited European split-12", Led Er Est return with a new 12" EP, named "May", their second release on C/T. The trio describe the record as a ".. collection of theme-based songs, almost like a dark sci fi film soundtrack..." The songs were written at various points some were written on the long drives over their last European tour. "May" is available for digital and vinyl release and is a precursor to their forthcoming LP on the brilliant Sacred Bones label.
http://lederest.com
Dave Gahan- Among Godfathers of Glam
The March 13th, 2011 edition of the New York Times ran a photo spread called "Ballad Of A Thin Man - Godfathers Of Glam". Dave was featured among artists as Bryan Ferry, Iggy Pop and Michael Stipe.
Earlier this month, he participated at this year's MusiCares MAP concert on May 6th. He received the "Stevie Ray Vaughan Award" from the Recording Academy's charitable arm for his support of the MAP Fund. During the Music Cares concert, he performed the Joy Division's classic "Love Will Tear Us Apart"
Earlier this month, he participated at this year's MusiCares MAP concert on May 6th. He received the "Stevie Ray Vaughan Award" from the Recording Academy's charitable arm for his support of the MAP Fund. During the Music Cares concert, he performed the Joy Division's classic "Love Will Tear Us Apart"
http://www.nytimes.com
B.E.F. & Heaven 17's 'The Luxury Gap' Live
Following the success of Heaven 17’s 'Penthouse and Pavement 30th Anniversary Tour' in 2010, Martyn Ware’s production project, ‘British Electric Foundation’ (B.E.F.) is proud to present ‘Music of Quality and Distinction Live’, a 2-day festival at London’s prestigious Roundhouse from October 14-15th, celebrating 30 years of seminal electronic music and unique collaborations.
Heaven 17 will perform the world premiere of their 1983 album ‘The Luxury Gap’ on Friday October 14t husing 3D soundscape composition techniques pioneered by Martyn Ware and Vince Clarke followed by B.E.F.’s first ever live performance featuring tracks from the albums ‘Music of Quality & Distinction Vol. 1 & 2’ on Saturday October 15th. Guest vocalists confirmed for the Music of Quality and Distinction concert include Elly Jackson (LaRoux), Boy George (Culture Club), Green Gartside (Scritti Politti), Sandie Shaw, Kim Wilde, Andy Bell (Erasure), Shingai Shoniwa (Noisettes), Midge Ure (Ultravox), Glenn Gregory (Heaven 17) and Polly Scattergood (more names to be confirmed shortly).
http://www.heaven17.com/index.html
The Cars- Move This Way
The Cars have released a new album. The album will be their first since 1987's 'Door to Door' and features all of the original band members except for bassist and vocalist Benjamin Orr. The album is released by 'Concord Music Group' and it was produced by Jacknife Lee. The band has also recorded a video for their first single from the album "Sad Song" which was previewed earlier this year via Facebook.
www.thecars.org
Instant Hit: The Twins- Ballet Dancer
The German group the Twins has had several hits during the first half of the 80's mostly in Italy with their synth pop driven Italo disco tunes. "Ballet Dancer" was one of their biggest hits charting not only in Italy, but also in their home country. Very up-to-date, it was released in 1983 and appeared on their album A Wild Romance.
Erasure Reissues
Erasure have announced that on July 4th EMI will be reissuing the first two Erasure albums - 'Wonderland' and 'The Circus' - in special expanded 3-disc editions, each featuring two CDs and an all-regions NTSC DVD. Both releases will feature remastered versions of the original albums, each supplemented by single remixes, b-sides and radio session tracks across the two CD discs, plus a DVD containing the promotional videos for the singles from each album, plus a live concert.
www.erasureinfo.com/news/index
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