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Review: Lid was a project formed in the latter half of the 1990s by Daniel Cavanagh of UK greats Anathema, along with legendary vocalist Eric Wagner from US doom metal legends Trouble. Joining the two were Timothy & Tommy Reeves on bass & drums respectively. The fruit of this union emerged in 1997, with the classic sole album, In The Mushroom, combining the heavier rocking & melodic traits of both acts, plus an element of psychedelia. Along with what could be termed stoner rock, there was also a notable Beatles-esque quality to the project, which incidentally blends well with a stellar cover of the Beatles' classic, 'Don't Let Me Down', joining the cover of The Monkees' 'Randy Scouse Git' for a dynamic ride full of hooks, accomplished songwriting, and an injection of Wagner's poetic depth. In The Mushroom was produced by Eric Wagner, along with Vincent Wojno (having previously worked with Eric with Trouble). The album was mixed at Fantasy Studios in Berkeley, CA. This edition of In The Mushroom is presented on mid-price CD format including booklet with lyrics.

Review: Mansun's The Dead Flowers Reject, originally conceived as an insurance policy against label rejection of their experimental album Six, emerges as a hidden gem in the band's discography. Recorded concurrently with Six, this album offers a slightly less eccentric selection of songs, showcasing a more conventional sequencing approach. Frontman Paul Draper describes it as possibly his favorite Mansun album, capturing the band's live essence. Fans will relish the opportunity to experience this essential piece of Mansun's legacy in its full glory. Mansun's influence on the late 90s British music scene is undeniable, and The Dead Flowers Reject adds another layer to their iconic status. With its newfound availability on vinyl, this album solidifies its place as a crucial component of Mansun's innovative journey.

Review: A raggle-taggle, unpretentious assortment of punk-infused, dreadlocked hippies, since 1983, Ozric Tentacles wove psychedelic audio-tapestries that captured the almost dangerous musical diversity of the free festival scene, blending acid rock with dub, reggae, ethnic world music, and electronic, jazzy experimentation. This was the soundtrack to the herbfragranced, alternative lifestyle that wound its way around country lanes looking for a place to set up and party, away from the psychoses of corporate life. The Hidden Step is the ninth studio album by the English band, released in 2000. It was their last to include bassist Zia Ahmad Geelani (except for the track 'Oakum' on 'Spirals In Hyperspace') & drummer Rad (Conrad Prince). It was also the first Ozric Tentacles album that does not feature a cover by the artist Blim; the cover art, by guitarist Edward Wynne, features his cat, Pixel.