Releases – March 2024

• On two individual CDs, Bear Family Records® explores an important stage of life that we have all gone through: School!• • 34 Songs on this first edition describe what went on at school, the having to go, class tests, teachers – but also the exciting sides, pranks, school parties, romances, love and pain.• • The CD provides the soundtrack for our personal journey through time, garage rockabilly like Boppin’ High School Baby, Frankie Lymon’s Waiting in School, John D. Loudermilk’s tearjerker Yearbook, Frankie ...

1-CD (Digipak) with 36-page bookletEven casual music fans recognize the seismic impact rhythm and blues made on country music during the mid-1950s as a new generation of performers embraced rockabilly. Yet a reverse effect could also be evident, dating all the way back to the postwar era. After all, a great song was a great song, whether Wynonie Harris was belting Louis Innis‘ Good Morning Judge and Hank Penny’s Bloodshot Eyes or The Griffin Brothers, Fat Man Robinson, and Sonny Knight were individually ...

1-CD (Digipak) with 36-page booklet• Following the great success of P.J. Proby’s CD album of demo recordings, Bear Family Records® releases more elaborately produced demos recorded exclusively for Elvis.• • Between 1963 and 1968, Randy Starr wrote and produced around 70 songs in New York City, 35 can be found on this CD, six of which Elvis selected and recorded for the soundtracks of his feature films!• • A sensational number of 34 tracks released for the first time ever, mastered from copies of the ...

In February and March 2023 an all-star line-up convened to celebrate the forty-fifth anniversary of the release of Iggy Pop’s classic Lust For Life album. Legendary Blondie drummer, Clem Burke, was joined by former Sex Pistol and punk pioneer, Glen Matlock on bass; broadcaster and Pet Shop Boys dancer, Katie Puckrik on vocals; Iggy Pop and David Bowie collaborator, Kevin Armstrong on guitar; Luis Correia, who’s toured internationally with Earl Slick on second guitar together with classical pianist,composer, and touring member of Heaven 17, Florence Sabeva on keyboards.Lust ...

Having toured the world for the last two decades, Sonic Boom Six took the turbulent times of the lost lockdown years to take a deep breath, watch, and create. The band emerged from the rubble of culture and politics in 2023 with new Double A-side single ‘Future Shock’ b/w ‘One of The Boys’, both taken from their new compilation RE:Generation out March 1st 2024. The album features these two new tracks alongside highlights from the band’s recordings from the last decade, including alternate single mixes ...

Having toured the world for the last two decades, Sonic Boom Six took the turbulent times of the lost lockdown years to take a deep breath, watch, and create. The band emerged from the rubble of culture and politics in 2023 with new Double A-side single ‘Future Shock’ b/w ‘One of The Boys’, both taken from their new compilation RE:Generation out March 1st 2024. The album features these two new tracks alongside highlights from the band’s recordings from the last decade, including alternate single mixes ...

This classic clash between Industrial titans PIG and KMFDM finally gets the deluxe rerelease upgrade that it deserves. Not only have the original tracks been restored from the original DATs but PIG have also re-recorded the title track featuring appearances from former KMFDM allies Guneter Schultz and En Esch. Also adding an element of extra shock and awe from former Prodigy and Pitchshifter alumnus Jim Davies. A brand new version of the KMFDM classic ‘Brute’ (originally found on KMFDM’s legendary ‘Nihil’ album) has been added to ...

Step back to 1971 and rediscover the pioneering power pop appeal of Rockin’ Horse’s Yes It Is, now remastered and expanded in this must-have reissue. Showcasing the combined songwriting genius of Liverpool legends Jimmy Campbell (23rd Turnoff) and Billy Kinsley (The Merseys, Liverpool Express), this album pays homage to the city’s 1960s rock heritage while staking its own claim in music history. Channeling the finest of the Beatles, Badfinger, The Band and Bob Dylan, Campbell’s solid songcraft proves he remains an unsung hero of the Merseybeat ...

John Bromley’s sole album, 1969’s Sing, remains a cherished chapter in the British popsike narrative, five decades on. This expanded edition revisits its legacy and features in additional to the original album, associated singles and rare demos, all meticulously remastered by Prof. Stoned. Backed by the talents of Les Fleur De Lys, Bromley’s unique blend of freakbeat and sunshine pop melodies come alive, encapsulated by the restored original artwork. Whether a long-time fan or a newcomer, Sing invites you to journey into the heart of ...

The magic of Blossom Toes’ whimsical third single, “Postcard,” is revitalized in this limited edition 7″ reissue. With fresh new art by Piper Gates Design and remastering by Prof. Stoned, this popsike masterpiece has simply never sounded better. Released during their pivotal 1968 transition and the golden age of psychedelia, this single bridges the vibrant sound of “We Are Ever So Clean” with the groundbreaking hard rock intensity of “If Only For A Moment.”Featuring then-newcomer Poli Palmer (later of Family), who not only graced ...

In the late seventies, Anji Cakebread was inspired by a hefty electricity bill to pen a poem. This poem sparked a melody composed by producer Tony Rockliff, eventually culminating in the recording of “Dear Computer.” The track featured John Gilston from the Incredible String Band providing the computer voice, and John Harry Watson on harmonica. This proto-electro pop gem was born, and UK’s Record Mirror aptly described it as “Kraftwerk meets Lynsey De Paul.” Nearly 50 years on, it has garnered a cult-like following and ...

Remastered reissue of 1967’s mini pop symphony by Hertfordshire’s own The Mirage which recounts Ramona Blair’s heartbreaking wedding day abandonment. Played heavily on radio alongside the likes of Pink Floyd’s “See Emily Play,” it fell just short of hit status, marking their final group composition to grace an -A- side. The flipside, “Lazy Man,” makes a Beatlesque nod to Revolver with a distinct touch more akin of The Who and Manfred Mann—limited to just 200 copies.RIYL: The Who, The Beatles, The Turtles, The Monkees, Herman’s ...

Remastered reissue of “Tarot” by Andy Bown, erstwhile The Herd member and future Status Quo collaborator, delivers a melding psychedelic and progressive style within an accessible pop structure. Serving as the theme for “Ace of Wands” UK television series in the early 70’s, its captivating lyrics and entrancing chorus pull the listener into a bygone musical era. Complemented by a B-side laden with mellotron drama, this reissue is a coveted treasure for aficionados of sixties psychedelic music.RIYL: The Kinks, The Zombies, Guess Who, Grateful Dead, ...

Legendary 1975 release- orifinally released on Vertigo makes a welcome return on cd to the racks via MUSEA Records. New Remastered Edition.1 Rat’s Bag 5:492 Alive And Kicking 9:243 Rachel’s Tune 6:584 Snakehips Etcetera 10:235 Pussyfoot 3:596 Heyday 7:43GENRE: Jazz RockBARCODE: 3426300021281RELEASE DATE: 22/03/2024 ...

From 1973- Roots – one of the most sought after Nucleus releases, deep progressive jazz rock fusion, Now available on cd from Musea in this remastered edition.1 Roots 9:242 Images 4:553 Caliban 4:354 Whapatiti 3:225 Capricorn 4:006 Odokamona 3:247 Southern Roots And Celebration 7:45GENRE: Jazz RockBARCODE: 3426300021274RELEASE DATE: 22/03/2024 ...