Raids 2013 05

Once more, Now Sounds raids the Capitol Records vaults in Hollywood for late-60s Psychedelic Pop/Soft Pop obscurities and unearths a treasure trove of first-time-on-CD gems. Productions by the likes of Micahel Lloyd collide with arrangements by Mort Garson and Gene Page and compositions by Harry Nillson and Kim Fowley, and performances by many legendary Wrecking Crew members, proving why Capitol Records was the undisputed leader of pop during this pivotal era. All original Capitol singles, circa 1966 - 1969, are sourced from original matser tapes. Some are presented here in stereo for the first time ever! Most tracks are first time only on CD! The 24-page, full-colour booklet also includes rare, unpublished photos and extensive track-by-track liner notes that feature the participation of many original band members, arrangers, and producers. Mastered by Alan Brownstein from the original matser tapes! Produced and compiled by Steve Stanley.

The PDSA Dickin Medal (regarded as the animals' Victoria Cross) has been awarded to just 64 animals, from the Blitz to present day, for their courage in times of crisis. Among these incredible true-life stories you will meet.

Captain Morgan's Revenge is the debut album by the Scottish power metal band Alestorm, released in 2008 by Napalm Records. Pirates! The "Alestorm" is on the high seas and its crew, four madmen, are ready to enslave you with their own brand of Scottish Pirate Metal! With their canons fully loaded and their rum induced songs about booty raids, treasures, and women, Alestorm delivers jolly drunken Battle Metal full of energy, power, and good humour. Join the crew and let the raid begin!

When Happyness first burst into the public conscience with 2013’s debut single It’s On You, their spirited take on US college rock was as big a surprise as it was an instant hit. The resulting full length, Weird Little Birthday, went on to feature in many of 2014’s End of Year album lists. Worldwide tours, an NME Award, a re-issue on the much-loved labels Moshi Moshi Recordings (Bar/None in US), and millions of Spotify plays later, it is with some anticipation now that the band finally reveal the full details of the follow-up.