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Bill Nelson - The Practice Of Everyday Life: Celebrating 40 Years Of Recordings (2011) {8CD BoxSet Esoteric COCDBOX 1002}
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© 2011 Esoteric / Cocteau Discs / Cherry Red | COCDBOX 1002
Rock / Avant-Garde / Electronic / Glam Rock / Ambient / Electro Jazz / Guitar

Lavish eight CD box set from the acclaimed guitarist, producer, singer and songwriter, released to coincide with the 40th anniversary of the beginning of Nelson's recording career. This is the most extensive and detailed anthology of Bill's astoundingly creative career to date. Over the past four decades Bill has consistently proved himself to be one of Britain's most original and creative musicians, exploring an astonishing diversity of musical styles, consistently pushing musical boundaries and earning the admiration of legions of fans throughout the world and enlightened critics alike. As a guitarist, Bill ranks as a great and uniquely gifted figure, but this eclectic selection of tracks also highlights his work as a singer/songwriter and instrumental composer. The set begins with his earliest recordings and includes previously unreleased material by Be Bop Deluxe, along with examples from Bill's extensive solo catalogue, exploring a wide range of styles. Esoteric.

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