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‘Magneticism II’ features some of the finest ‘live’ performances by Captain Beefheart & his Magic Bands, many being previously unreleased rarities. Led by California's enigmatic singer/songwriter: Don Van Vliet (aka Captain Beefheart), his various Magic Bands were faithful in their pursuit to realise his musical visions. ‘live’ they always shone and these joyously, unforgettable performances make this a truly important collection of work, showing a unique and innovative ring master directing his collaborators in staggering form to ecstatic crowds.

Right Away, Great Captain! is the solo side project of Manchester Orchestra's lead singer, Andy Hull. The trilogy tells the ongoing saga of a 17th-century sailor who catches his wife in an act of betrayal with his very own brother.

The Stand is a Marvel Comics adaptation of Stephen King's epic novel of the same name. It will ultimately consist of thirty issues divided into five story arcs. The Stand: Captain Trips is the title of the first story arc, published from September 10, 2008 to January 28, 2009.

The end is nigh as a deadly plague sweeps the nation and widespread panic overcomes the dying masses of America in a terrifying and inexorable tide. Who will be left to rebuild on the ruins of their past lives as the ancient rivalry of Good versus Evil has only just begun? Based on the popular apocalyptic novel by celebrated author Stephen King, The Stand brings together critically acclaimed writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa (Secret Invasion: Fantastic Four, Sensational spider-Man, Angel: Revelations, HBO's ) and the gritty visuals of artist Mike Perkins (Captain America) to tell a tale that begins at the end of the world. --

is a Marvel Comics adaptation of Stephen King's epic novel of the same name. It will ultimately consist of thirty issues divided into five story arcs. is the title of the first story arc, published from September 10, 2008 to January 28, 2009. The just-concluded second story arc, , was published from March 11, 2009 to August 19, 2009. The first issue of the third story arc, entitled "The Stand: Soul Survivors" will hit stores on October 21, 2009.

Captain Beefheart and The Magic Band have a place firmly in the hearts of many who love their music. Never to shy from controversy this version of the Magic Band sees the Captain in a relatively contented situation. Recorded in May 1974, this ‘live’ performance features tracks that were not in the usual Live set.With a new recording contract Don Van Vliet put a band together to present his new material , gentle ballads such as ‘This is The Day’, sidled up to old favourites ‘Crazy Little Thing’ and the epic ‘Mirror Man’,Don even gives us a consummate version of the Jazz classic ‘Sweet Georgia Brown’ and before you know it he’s launching into the ‘bubblegum pop’: ‘Peaches’. A rare collection of Don’s mid seventies material recorded on a night to remember in Cambridge Massachusettes.

Captain Beefheart, aka Don Van Vliet; vocalist, harp-player, saxophonist, flautist, songwriter, lyricist, poet & painter. Frontman of The Magic Band and artist with a dozen official albums and more besides. A career path interwoven with Frank Zappa, followed by secluded 'retirement' with his wife in 1982 - when he began painting full-time. He maintained an affinity with wild life throughout his life and was a keen conservationist.

Captain & Tennille dominated in 1976, when their brilliant follow-up to the Love Will Keep Us Together album garnered another three Top Five hits (bringing their streak to five!), the trio of 45s all hitting number one in the adult contemporary charts as the two singles before did.