Patrick Wolf- The Bachelor

'The Bachelor' is the fourth studio album by English singer-songwriter Patrick Wolf.'The Bachelor' was originally part of a double album entitled 'Battle'.On 19 February 2009, Wolf announced that 'Battle' had been split into two releases, 'The Bachelor' and 'The Conqueror'. 'The Bachelor has been released on 1 June 2009 and 'The Conqueror' would see release in 2010. The first single from the album will be "Vulture" and was set for release on 20 April 2009. The song is a departure from Patrick Wolf's last album, 'The Magic Position', featuring synthesisers and drum machines.

Instant Hit: Inertia- The Screen

"The Screen" was one of the early minimal-synth records by the British group Inertia. It was released in 1980 through Inertial Records. The single also included the b-side single "The Submarine". "The Screen" sounds similar to the early Voice Farm and Vice Versa. The band managed to release one studio album in 1981 entitled 'Confection'. Their recording material was never reissued.

In Conversation: Brian Moss (Vicious Pink)

Vicious Pink, a synth-pop duo consisting of Brian Moss and Josephine Warden, originated in Leeds, England in 1981. Initially, they served as backing vocalists for Soft Cell under the name Vicious Pink Phenomena. Despite releasing several singles in the early part of the decade, their breakthrough came with "CCCan't You See," produced by Tony Mansfield of New Musik fame.

During the early 1980s, Vicious Pink stood among the few bands considered pioneers of the techno sound. They are credited with coining the term to describe music in 1982, well ahead of its adoption by Detroit DJs in 1986.

For a detailed exploration of their musical journey, influences, experiences with labels, and more, delve into an exclusive interview with Mr. Brian Moss further below.

Simple Minds- Graffiti Soul

The new Simple Minds album 'Graffiti Souls' is released on Monday May 25, 2009. This is their sixteenth studio release. The album was recorded on several different locations in Europe. It contains 9 track inluding the bonus track "Rockin' In The Free World", a Neil Young cover. The video for the first single "Rockets" is available on their official website since April.

http://www.simpleminds.com/

The Singular Thomas Doby Released

Thomas Dolby, one of the most important figures of the Synth-pop movement of the early 80's New wave has released the 2-disc CD and DVD (PAL) entitled 'Singular Thomas Dolby', a collection which features all Thomas Dolby’s singles and videos. It has been released in the UK on May 18th 2009 and is available worldwide as an import.

For more information follow the link
http://blog.thomasdolby.com

IAMX- Kingdom of Welcome Addiction

'Kingdom of Welcome Addiction' is the third studio album by IAMX the former Sneaker Pimps frontman Chris Corner which is released on May 19, 2009. Think of England was available for free download on November 7, 2008. The album also inludes this beautiful collaboration with Imogen Heap for the track "My Secret Friend".

www.iamxinternational.com/

Lost Videos: Thomas Dolby- One of Our Submarines

a-ha- Foot of The Mountain -NEW SINGLE-

The Norwegian group A-ha have finally returned after four years with a new single out on April, 24 2009. The single was premiered the same day on a Norwegian radio. The song is entitled "Foot of the Mountain" and it is based upon the track "The Longest Night" by Magne Furuholmen. The album 'Foot of the Mountain' is due to be released on June 19, 2009.

Song stream after the click
http://universalmusic.no/a-ha- Foot of the Mountain

Fischerspooner- Entertainment

Fischerspooner have released their third album 'Entertainment' which is a follow-up to their album 'Odyssey'. The album is released on May, 4 2009 around the world and it was produced by Jeff Saltzman who also worked with the Sounds and the Killers. The first single, "Supply & Demand", has been made available as a free mp3 download from the Fischerspooner website. If you pre-order a copy of 'Entertainment' on their official website you might get it signed.

Belouis Some- 'Some People' Reissue

Almost 25 years after the original release of 'Some People' by Belouis Some , the album has been reissued on CD by Cherry Red Records. 'Some People' was a debut album for Neville Keighley, originally released in 1985. Three singles were released from the album including "Round and Round" which was featured in 'Petty in Pink' soundtrack as well as 'Imagination' which remained his biggest hit.

'Some People' Reissue

Gang Of Four's Entertainment Anniversary

Gang Of Four will celebrate the thirty year Anniversary of 'Entertainment'. 'Entertainment' is the debut album by Gang of Four which was released in 1979. In 2003, the album was ranked number 490 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. The album was reissued in 1995 and included bonus tracks.

Through September, Gang of Four will play Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leamington Spa and London. They have also announced few festival dates including the Lovebox and Benicassim Festival.

Tour Dates
www.gangoffour.co.uk

Next Wave: Detachments

Detachments is a British group from London, consisting of Marshal (vox / guitar / keys), Lewis Clark (lead guitar), Max Moreau (bass / keys) and Peter Dawson (drums). They have been signed to Thisisnotanexit Records releasing the debut single "Fear no Fear." Their album is going to be produced by Tim Goldsworthy and Trevor Jackson and it is scheduled to be released in Autumn 2009. Their music takes the best from the previous decades and it is in the best way described as everything from Post Punk, New Wave to Industrial House. Below is the video for their second single "The Flowers That Fell" which was released on April, 27 2009.

http://www.myspace.com/detachments
http://detachments.co.uk

Peaches- I Feel Cream

Peaches will release her fifth studio album 'I Feel Cream' on May, 4 in Europe and May, 5 2009 in North America. The album was produced by Peaches alongside members of Simian Mobile Disco, Digitalism, Soulwax and Drums Of Death. It will be preceded by a double A-side single, 'Talk To Me'/'More'.

You can stream the entire album below
http://www.xlr8r.com/

Instant Hit: Sparks- My Other Voice

"My Other Voice" was one of the outstanding tracks on the Sparks' album No1 Song in Heaven which was released in 1979. Although perfectly produced with electronic Cymbols and was one of the outstanding tracks on the album, it was never released as single. The whole album was produced by Giorgio Moroder.

Ultravox Return to Eden

Ultravox perform "Visions In Blue" live on stage at Glasgow's Clyde Auditorium (SECC) on April 11, 2009, the second date on their Return To Eden reunion tour. The "Return To Eden" tour continuous...

www.ultravox.org.uk/tour-dates

Depeche Mode- The Sound of The Universe

Depeche Mode have released their twelfth studio album 'The Sound Of The Universe' today, 20 April, 2009. The album is scheduled to be released in the US and Canada a day after the official Europe release date. The album contains 13 songs and most of them were written by Martin L. Gore. The first single from the album "Wrong" has already been released in April and the video for the first single was directed by Patrick Daughters.

http://www.depechemode.com/news

Simple Minds and OMD to join forces

OMD will support Simple Minds during their winter tour in UK and Ireland.The tour will feature Simple Minds performing songs from their new album 'Graffiti Soul' which is going to be released in May. The first round of tickets for the 'Graffiti Soul' World Tour [UK leg] are about to go on sale to the general public on Friday 24th April.

http://www.omd.uk.com/html/news.html
simpleminds/index

Tour dates:
30-11-09 Newcastle Arena
02-12-09 Birmingham NEC
03-12-09 Manchester MEN
05-12-09 Sheffield Arena
06-12-09 Cardiff CIA
07-12-09 London Wembley Arena
09-12-09 Dublin 02 Arena
10-12-09 Belfast Odyssey Arena
11-12-09 Glasgow SECC

Kim Wilde Reissues

The first two albums by the British singer Kim Wilde have been released on CD trough Cherry Red Records. Her self-titled debut album reached no.3 in the UK and it contained the hit singles "Kids in America" and "Chequered Love" and her second album 'Select' was originally released in 1982 with hit singles "View From The Bridge" and "Cambodia". Both albums also include bonus tracks.

www.cherryred.co.uk/cherrypop/kimwilde

www.cherryred.co.uk/cherrypop/select

Metric vs Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Metric and Yeah Yeah Yeahs have both released their new albums in April. Metric have released their fourth studio album 'Fantasies' from which the first single "Help Me I'm Alive" was taken, as well as their latest release "Front Row" which was featured on the March 12th episode of Grey's Anatomy.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs came back for their third release. The album was produced by Nick Launay who also produced albums for Nick Cave and Arcade Fire. The first single "Zero" was released on February 24, 2009 is great synth pop anthem to rock and to dance to.

Pet Shop Boys > Rescue Shelter Boys!?

Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe met in an electronics shop on Kings Road in Chelsea, London in August 1981 and soon recognized a mutual interest for dance music. Few years later they decided to form a band. Starting out, the two called themselves West End, because of their love of London's West End, but later they came up with the name Pet Shop Boys, which derived from some friends who worked in a pet shop, in Ealing.
24 years after their first hit "West End Girls" they were being asked by PETA to change their name. Their new name should be Rescue Shelter Boys!!! The musician refused but also added that none the less think (it) raises an issue worth thinking about.

More after the Jump
peta.pet.shop.boys

Next Wave: Little Boots

Little Boots is an electro-pop musician known as Victoria Hesketh. She sings, plays synthesizers, Japanese electronic instrument the Tenori-on, piano and the stylophone. She has released three singles, two EPs and she will release her debut album Hands in June. The album will feature a collaboration with non other but Phill Oakey from Human League on a song "Symmetry" as well as her latest single "New in Town" released on May 26, 2009.

www.myspace.com/littlebootsmusic
www.littlebootsmusic.co.uk

Doves- Kingdom of Rust

Doves will release a new album on April 6, 2009. 'Kingdom of Rust' will be their fourth studio album and the follow-up to their album 'Some Cities' which was released four years ago.The album was preceded by first single "Kingdom of Rust" on March 30th. Doves also offered the album's lead track "Jetstream" as a free download on their website, starting from January 28, 2009.

www.doves.net

Retrovision: Silicon Teens- Memphis Tennessee

Instant Hit: Clan of Xymox- Stumble and Fall

'Stumble and Fall' was a third track from Clan of Xymox' s/t debut album which was released in 1985 on 4AD. There was another 4AD release which featured the remix version of the single "A Day" as well as the remix version of the song "Stranger". Wish I premiered it back in the day.

Propaganda

Propaganda was a German New Wave group from Düsseldorf which was formed in 1982. During 1984 and 1985 they released three singles and one album. Beside Kraftwerk, Aplhaville and Nena they are one of the few German New Wave groups that have gained commercial success outside Germany.

Propaganda was formed in Düsseldorf in the early 80’s by a former Krupps member Ralf Dörper. He decided to go on with new musical ventures and left his group. Ralf’s new project also involved new musical partners, Andreas Thein, a part- time DJ and their mutual friend Suzanne Freytag who was recruited as a vocalist. Propaganda was born and as a trio they began recording music. Their first musical venture was the cover of a song “Disziplin” which was originally performed by Throbbing Gristle which also gave them a TV airing. “Disciplin”, tough was never released as a single because Gristle refused to allow it.
Following the whole “Disziplin” project the band took new members, musician and composer Michael Mertnes and 19 year old vocalist Claudia Brücken. The band moved to UK and it was signed to ZTT records label. The new Propaganda line up was marketed as a twisted hellish version of Abba leaving Mertens in the background as the invisible fifth member. "Dr.Mabuse" was released in 1984 and short time after Thein left the group not satisfied with the record company which delayed the release of the Propaganda material.

1985 saw the release of Propaganda’s most successful single “Duel” which reached no 21 in the UK charts as well as the release of their debut album “A Secret Wish”. After their second appearance on ‘The Tube’ things went quiet for Propaganda, Claudia Brücken left the group in 1986 and the remaining members of the group took ZTT to court to release them from their contract.

In 1988 a new Propaganda line up gathered and began recording new material. Alongside Michael Mertens were the new line-up vocalist Betsi Miller, bassist Derek Forbes and drummer Brian McGee. The result was a new contract with Virgin and a new album release. The album ‘1234’was released in 1990 as well as the single “Heaven Give Me Words” which actually sounded more like Wilson Phillips than the old Propaganda material. It did not get much airplay either.

 

The original line-up of Propaganda met once more in 1998 with a new deal to record a new album which was never released until some songs from the album leaked via file sharing networks. In 2005 Mertens and Freytag resurrected the name Propaganda again while Claudia Brücken teamed up with Paul Humphreys of OMD for the Onetwo musical project.

Bat For Lashes- Two Suns

Bat For Lashes will release a new album on 6 April 2009. This will be the follow up to her Mercury Music Prize nominated album Fur and Gold. According to the press release, Two Suns is bringing reflection about the philosophy of the self and duality. The album features collaborations with Scott Walker and Yeasayer.The first single from the album is called "Daniel" and it is released on 1 March 2009.

Spandau Ballet Reformation

One the most successful and influential British bands of all time return this year. All five original members of the seminal 1980s band Spandau Ballet got together for the first time in 20 years today to announce the first dates of a world tour, taking in UK and Irish arenas from October.
From their synth pop and dance pioneering early singles "To Cut A Long Story Short "and "Chant No. 1 (I Don’t Need This Pressure On)", to the globe trotting smashes "True" and "Gold", Spandau will be playing the hits once again. With 25 million record sales, 6 multi platinum albums and 23 hit singles to choose from, this is one of the most eagerly awaited REFORMATIONs of the decade.

More info:
http://www.spandauballet.com

Röyksopp - Junior

'Junior' is the third studio album release by the Norwegian group Röyksopp. The album was released today March 23, 2009, on Astralwerks and features collaborations with Robyn, Lykke Li, Karin Dreijer Andersson and Anneli Drecker. The sound on the album is a combination of Synthpop, Downtempo and Electropop. The first single taken from the album is "Happy Up Here".

http://royksopp.com

The Mary Onettes- 'Dare' EP

According to their official Myspace page, the Mary Onettes are going to release a three track EP 'Dare'. Two of the three tracks have been uploaded to their Myspace where you can listen to them. The first track "Dare" was partly recorded in in a small church nearby their hometown. The other two tracks "Kicks" and "God Knows I Had Plans" are as they say "pretty much leftovers" and something they didn't record before.

www.myspace.com/themaryonettes

Pet Shop Boys- Yes

'Yes' is the tenth studio album by Pet Shop Boys.The album was recorded throughout 2008 and is produced by Pet Shop Boys with Brian Higgins and his production team Xenomania. The UK release date has been confirmed to be 23 March 2009. The lead single, "Love etc.", was released a week earlier, on 16 March 2009.The U.S. release date is 21 April 2009.Limited edition bonus disc "Etc' also include a duet with Philip Oakey from the Human League in the song "This Used to Be the Future"

Listen to the new single:
www.petshopboys.co.uk

D.A.F.- Das Beste Von DAF

Mute Records is about to release a best of for DAF (Deutsch Amerikanischen Freundschaft), simply titled "Das Beste Von DAF – 20 Lieder der Deutsch Amerikanischen Freundschaft". The release coincides with the band's "Der 30-jährige Krieg - als wär's das letzte Mal" Tour. The tour dates will feature the classic line up of Robert Görl and Gabi Delgado-Lopez. This new Best Of compilation album will be released on The Grey Area of Mute and out on 30th March 2009.

More info:
http://www.side-line.com

Client- Command

Client have released their fourth studio album 'Command', a year after 'Heartland' has been released. The album was produced by Joe Wilson, Youth and Client and it was released on 'Out of Line' label. The first single from the album is entitled "Can You Feel" and the video for it is available on Youtube. Bonus CD2 is also available as a limited edition and it includes remix versions of few songs.

Blancmange- Drive Me -NEW-

Blancmange have uploaded an new video to their official Myspace page. It is probably a song from their next album which is called "Drive Me". The songs is pretty catchy and reminds a bit of Hot Chip.

Instant Hit: Split Enz- I Hope I Never

"I Hope I Never" is a notable song by Split Enz, featured on their album True Colours, released in 1979. Despite being from the late 1970s, it carries the essence of 80s music. Interestingly, the song has been covered several times, and some listeners have noted a resemblance to "If I Know You" by the Presets, a more recent release. Additionally, the single release of "I Hope I Never" featured two different B-side tracks and artworks for the Australian and international markets.

Depeche Mode- Wrong

"Wrong" is Depeche Mode's first single from their upcoming 12th studio album, 'Sounds of the Universe' The single officially debuted on February 21st, 2009, when the band performed at the Echo Awards in Germany.A video from this performance was the most viewed clip on YouTube for the two following days. The video for Wrong was posted on the official Depeche Mode Myspace page on February 20, 2009.A music video for the song was shot by Patrick Daughters in December 2008.

Next Wave: White Lies

White Lies is an alternative rock group from London which consists of Harry McVeigh (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) Charles Cave (bass guitar and backing vocals), and Jack Lawrence-Brown (drums). They have released their debut album To Lose My Life in January this year which was preceded by four singles "Unfinished Business", "Death", "To Lose My Life" and "Farewell to the Fairground". The musical style is similar to the sound of the Killers, The Cinematics and The Teardrop Explodes. They are signed to Fiction Records and they are on tour!

November Group

November Group was a synth-pop group from Boston which was previously known as Wunderkind. The band was confronted by two women, the husky voiced guitarist Ann Prim and keyboardist Kearney Kirby. The name of the band was taken from a group of German expressionist artists from early 20th century.

Even though dance oriented as many groups of that time, the November Group found their own formula of a new dance which was influenced by early dark dance groups like New Order and A Certain Ratio. It was powerful rhythm section which provided a great militant sound which was for both dancing and marching and it was probably coming from a factory hall. The central figures of the band were the lead singer Ann Prim and Kearny Kirby on synthesizers. Ann Prim’s vocal were modern and slick while her image showed 30’s and 40’s imagery.

Between 1982 and 1985 they released three albums on three different record labels: their s/t debut album in 1982 on Modern Method Records, ‘Persistent Memories’ in 1983 which also featured the song “Put Your Back To It” for which the video was made and "Work That Dream" which was released in 1985 on A&M Records. Their songs also appeared on several compilations and there is also an unofficial release of ‘Working That Dream’ which features songs from all three LPs.

The Durutti Column- Love In The Time Of Recession

The Durutti Column follow-up 2007’s 'Idiot Savants' with a brand new album, 'Love in the Time of Recession', due for release on March 2nd 2009. Written and played by Vinni Reilly, with drums and percussion from the Guru himself, Bruce Mitchell keyboards by Keir Stewart and Vocals by Poppy. The album opens with the "In Memory of Anthony" which is inspired by Reilly's long friendship with Factory Records impresario, Tony Wilson who died in 2007.

Listen to the tracks here:
http://www.myspace.com/thedurutticolumnmcr

Instant Hit: Anything Box- Come Away

Anything Box was an American synth-pop band that was formed in 1986 in Peterson, NJ. The band's name was an inspiration from a collection of short stories The Anything Box written by Zenna Henderson. They released their first albums in the 90's and their second album Worth featured this wonderful synth-pop tune "Come Away". The album was released in 1994 through Orangewerks and it was produced by Gareth Jones.

Nancy Nova

Carol Holness, better known by her stage name Nancy Nova, is a singer songwriter from London, UK, largely active from 1978 to 1983. She is the daughter of Bob Holness and sister of Ros Holness of  Toto Coelo. She was a founder member of Toto Coelo, but left before they achieved popularity due to her signing a worldwide contract with EMI.

Nancy started her career at the age of fourteen playing guitar and singing in clubs in North London. She then studied for three years at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.She initially found success as a songwriter for Jesse Green, writing the single "Flip". She was a featured artist on Italian TV Show "Non Stop" for six weeks and her single "Akiri Non Stop" was used as the theme tune. She also wrote songs and sang on albums for other artists including Lena Zavaroni and Cleo Laine.

After working in theatre and television for a while Nancy committed herself full time to her recording career, signing to Ritz Records. She made a name for herself in Europe fronting a TV show for two months in Italy and appearing on Radio and TV promoting her album. Back in the UK she received massive radio play for her single, "The Force", which became a huge disco hit. More hits followed including "Made in Japan" and "No No No" before it became quiet for Nancy. 

In 2004 Nova released a compilation of her 80s songs on CD as 'The Force'. A year later an album of new material in the Jazz style called 'Nancy Sings Jazz'. The latest album "Blowout" is currently only available through iTunes. Now, after a long break from public appearances largely spent on her farm in Devon, Nancy continues to sing and still writes prolifically. She has a huge catalogue of self-penned songs and is recording a new album.

Source:
http://nancynova.com/biography.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nancy_Nova

WAW: Animal Collective- My Girls

A video for 'My Girls' from Animal Collective's new album 'Merriweather Post Pavilion'. Out now on Domino.

Lost Videos: Winston Tong- Report From The Heart

Next Wave: John Maus

John Maus is American avant-garde musician and composer. Although first drawn to our attention as a core member of Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti and keyboard player with Animal Collective's Panda Bear, Maus has proved himself to be an extraordinary musician with a distinctive sound in his own right. He released two album Songs in 2006 and Love is Real in 2007 through ‘Upset! The Rhythm. His music is melancholic, electro driven baroque pop with weird synthesizer lines and drum machine clicks. His voice reminds of Ian Curtis and Nick Cave.

Instant Hit: H2O- I Dream To Sleep

"I Dream To Sleep" was a minor hit for H2O in 1982/83. It was released in England and Germany and appeared on the album Faith from 1984. Their biggest success was as they opened up for Kajagoogoo on their UK tour with this song which reached number #17 on the UK Singles Chart in June 1983. The album has been reissued by Cherry Red Records and includes all songs from the album plus bonus tracks.

The Tour Of The Universe 2009

Depeche Mode have announced the tour dates of their forthcoming "The Tour Of The Universe 2009" tour which will kick off in May next year. The band is currently working on their as yet untitled 12th studio album release. Over the next coming weeks, they will be featuring updates and developments on the progress of the recording sessions, which will include exclusive videos and pictures documenting the making of their anticipated album.

Tour Of The Universe 2009 - European Leg Date Venue City Country

10 May 2009 Ramat Gan Stadium, Tel Aviv, Israel

12 May 2009 Terra Vibe Park, Athens, Greece

14 May 2009 Santral Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

16 May 2009 Parc Izvor, Bucharest, Romania

18 May 2009 Vasil Levski Stadium, Sofia, Bulgaria

20 May 2009 USCE Park, Belgrade, Serbia

21 May 2009 Arena, Zagreb, Croatia

23 May 2009 Gwardia Stadium, Warsaw, Poland

25 May 2009 Skonto Stadium, Riga, Latvia

27 May 2009 Zalgirio Stadionas, Vilnius, Lithuania

30 May 2009 O2 Arena, London, UK

02 June 2009 HSH Nordbank Arena, Hamburg, Germany

04 June 2009 LTU Arena, Dusseldorf, Germany

07 June 2009 Zentralstadion, Leipzig, Germany

10 June 2009 Olympiastadion, Berlin, Germany

12 June 2009 Commerzbank Arena, Frankfurt, Germany

13 June 2009 Olympiastadion, Munich, Germany

16 June 2009 Stadio Olimpico, Rome, Italy

18 June 2009 Stadio San Siro, Milan, Italy

20 June 2009 TW Classic Festival, Werchter, Belgium

22 June 2009 Inter Stadium, Bratislava, Slovakia

23 June 2009 Puskas Ferenc Stadium, Budapest, Hungary

25 June 2009 Slavia Stadium, Czech Republic, Prague

27 June 2009 ?,Paris, France

30 June 2009 Parken Stadium, Copenhagen, Denmark

02 July 2009 Koengen, Bergen, Norway

03 July 2009 Arvika Festival, Arvika, Sweden

11 July 2009 Super Bock Super Rock Festival, Porto, Portugal

12 July 2009 Sevilla, Olimpic Stadium, Spain

Franz Ferdinanad-Tonight: Franz Ferdinand

'Tonight: Franz Ferdinand' is Franz Ferdinand's upcoming third album. It has three different release dates in US, UK and Australia. It is scheduled to be released on January 26, 2009 in the UK. The first single from the album "Ulysses" is going to be released a week earlier on the 19 January 2009. The artwork for the album is a photograph taken by Soren Starbird just after midnight behind the Barrowlands Ballroom in Glasgow.

Dalek I (Love You)

Dalek I Love You is a band from Liverpool which was formed in the late 70’s. Originally the band appeared under a name Radio Blank… and was fronted by Adam Gill. Later they changed their name into Dalek I Love You which came about as a result of a compromise between two of the members: Balfe wanted to call the band Dalek (after the Doctor Who villains) and Gill wanted to call the band Darling, I Love You. They released three albums and several singles in the first half of the 80’s.

The original lineup of Dalek I Love You included: Alan Gill (vocals, guitar), Keith Hartley (vocals, guitar), Kenny Peers (drums), Dave Hughes (keyboards), Martin Cooper, Chris Hughes (record producer) aka Merrick and for a very brief time, Andy McCluskey. McCluskey only stayed with the group one month, realizing he could not be happy in a band as singer alone. By the time they were releasing their debut album ‘Compass Kumpass’ they were pared down to Alan Gill and Dave Hughes, while other members were involved in other musical projects. Before the first album release through Phonogram the name of the band got shortened into Dalek I without telling it to the band members so they emerged as Dalek I. The band released three singles form their debut album including the debut single “Freedom Fighters” This is how New Musical Express described the music of Dalek I.

“A prime example of living-room music construction, it features catchy, interlinking little riffs over a plodding beat formed by combining elements of both drums and drum-machines and Gill's calmly urgent vocals. Ingeniously simple but infuriatingly infectious -- rather like an adult Human League on speed -- "Freedom Fighters" is one of the year's best singles so far, and from what I heard of their other material, there's plenty more where that came from.” New Musical Express

After the first album was released the only remaining member Alan Gill joined the group Teardrop Explodes. He co-wrote some songs on the album and even appeared together with the band in the US and UK. Dalek I Love You returned under the original name with a new lineup which also saw some old names including Gordon Hon and Keith Hartley. Together they recorded the second self-titled album. The album was released through Korova and was preceded by two singles “Ambition” and “Holiday in Disneyland”. The sound on the new album was different compared to the debut album. The songs were more upbeat with the funky bass groove. The cover by Geoff Halpin looks like a still from a fifties sci-fi flick (or maybe Dr. Who). The tinted photograph is of a woman, dress torn, reacting to a horrific presence. The lush colours and campy subject matter play off each other -much like they do in Dalek I Love You's music.

After the last single release “Horrorscope” Dalek I Love You split and the band members went different ways. Alan Gill contributed two tracks to the soundtrack of Letter to Brezhnev (1985). This film, directed by Chris Bernard, was set in Liverpool and starred Margi Clarke. In 1985 ‘Naïve’ was released the third album on his own Bopadub label. This record was released on a tape only and it is considered extremely rare. The songs from the album Naive are avilable on http://www.dalekiloveyou.com/.The other two records were reissued ‘Compass Kumpas’ in 1989 and ‘Dalek I Love You’ in 2007.

Link to Facebook Fan group