A day to celebrate record stores and all their delightful wares and in Edinburgh’s case, their unwavering support of Scottish bands, signed and unsigned.
Sigur Ros are currently on an “indefinite hiatus” – and this is a very sad thing. However, it thankfully leaves the door open a smidgen for them to sneak back in when their desire to create even more unbelievable beauty compels them back on tour and into the studio.
In its fourth year and already knocking socks off some of its rival fringe shows and lineups, Retreat is indeed a treat to the eyes and ears after many nights of disappointing theatre, mediocre comedy and numerous ‘free’ displays of entertainment so far this month.
An experiment in music journalism for 4 year olds. A risky business at the best of times. Is Mick Cooke really ready for his harshest critic yet? How will the standard of critique compare to ITM? usual standards?
Each album cover is hand printed using letterpress and woodcuts and it’s this attention to detail that has served Star Wheel Press well in their first ventures to the market, bringing a unique twist on alternative folk music.
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