Record Collector Issue 398 February 2012 Motown Lps

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Record Collector issue 398 February 2012

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Motortown Reviewed

"When Detroit's premier label came to Britain, fans soon learned that its 45s held the essence of soul. But Tamla Motown LPs have the reputation of being nothing like as good - and some don't fetch the high prices you expect. In the first part of an examination of UK Motown's albums, Dave Sallis sifts the gems from the junk and analyses the company's attitude towards long players." Also we examine how artists from The Marvelettes, Stevie Wonder, The Contours, et al were affected by releases in the US and the UK.

The Clash - Swing from the Rafters with Give 'Em Enough Rope

"Everyone knows that the vital album for THE CLASH was London Calling and that their debut LP hailed a new rock'n'roll. But what about the album in between, Give 'Em Enough Rope? It's reputedly an anomaly, during which The Clash lost Complete Control. But without this LP, cut as the band came under fire from supporters and enemies alike, facing riots, a power struggle and even the terrorism squad, they would never have hit their highest highs." Clash insider Kris Needs looks into the life of the band and how they were getting on after their debut album.

Depeche Mode - Shake the Disease. Depeche Mode at the Precipice

"The band is in danger of collapse and under fire for being too 'dark' - despite bring on the cusp of global stardom" What happened to Depeche Mode? What happen during the recoding of 'Some Great Reward' and 'Black Celebration' that changed their music and their influence on the music industry in addition to what the band were feeling. "We all got cabin fever in the process" Also in this article are the details of their US tour and how they were perceived by the fans and the media.

Plus! The sensational Alex Harvey band - Terry Staunton & Harvey's friends recount his tale /HIP HOP LPs / 2011 20 highest bids revealed / The 11 rarest 'Queen' records/ & win Finders Keepers Keepsakes.