Space-age pop collagists Broadcast formed in Birmingham, England, in 1995; comprised of vocalist Trish Keenan, guitarist Tim Felton, bassist James Cargill, keyboardist Roj Stevens, and drummer Steve Perkins, the quintet came together out of a shared affection for the psychedelic cult band the United States of America, a primary influence on... [+] Read More

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A group whose distinctly ethereal and gossamer sound virtually defined the enigmatic image of the record label 4AD, Cocteau Twins were founded in Grangemouth, Scotland, in 1979. Taking their name from an obscure song from fellow Scots Simple Minds, the Cocteaus were originally formed by guitarist Robin Guthrie and bassist Will Heggie and later... [+] Read More

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Portishead may not have invented trip-hop, but they were among the first to popularize it, particularly in America. Taking their cue from the slow, elastic beats that dominated Massive Attack's Blue Lines and adding elements of cool jazz, acid house, and soundtrack music, Portishead created an atmospheric, alluringly dark sound. The group wasn't... [+] Read More

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Björk first came to prominence as one of the lead vocalists of the avant-pop Icelandic sextet the Sugarcubes, but when she launched a solo career after the group's 1992 demise, she quickly eclipsed her old band's popularity. Instead of following in the Sugarcubes' arty guitar rock pretensions, Björk immersed herself in dance and club culture,... [+] Read More

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A performer whose enigmatic and experimental work reflected the strong influence of Biblical mysticism and Middle Eastern musical textures, Danielle Dax was born in Southend, England. She made her musical debut in 1979 as the keyboardist in the seven-piece Amy Turtle and the Crossroads; the group disbanded after only one performance, but it... [+] Read More

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The pioneering force behind the rise of trip-hop, Massive Attack were among the most innovative and influential groups of their generation; their hypnotic sound -- a darkly sensual and cinematic fusion of hip-hop rhythms, soulful melodies, dub grooves, and choice samples -- set the pace for much of the dance music to emerge throughout the 1990s,... [+] Read More

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The Sheffield-based dance-pop duo Moloko is the end result of Irish-born singer Roisin Murphy's attempt to pick up mixer/producer Mark Brydon at a 1994 party with the come-on, "Do you like my tight sweater? See how it fits my body." Brydon saw musical potential in her attitude, and the two formed a creative and romantic partnership.
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Norwegian singer Annie (born Anne Lilia Berge-Strand) is as pop as early Madonna or late Kylie Minogue, yet her hipster credibility puts her just as close to Saint Etienne or Miss Kittin. She first made an impression in 1999 with a juicy Madonna-sampling single called "The Greatest Hit," produced by Tore Andreas Kroknes (aka Erot); its impact... [+] Read More

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Formed in 2004 by Shalien & The Lord of The Starfields: AREA 27 is a collaborative music project that has remained somewhat enigmatic.
The debut CD ‘Magik & Mahem’ (released June 27 2006) was conceived and recorded in an unorthodox fashion at a series of inspirational locations and makeshift studios. These locations included a converted... [+] Read More

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comin soon

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" The real deal..... one of our finest talents" - Rolling Stone Australia

“I see things in a funny way,” Bertie Blackman says. “I come from a family of painters, so everything I do is pretty visual. You can see and feel my music.”

Bertie burst onto the Australian music scene in 2004. Her stunning... [+] Read More

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Black Box Recorder included Auteurs main man Luke Haines, former Jesus and Mary Chain member John Moore, and vocalist Sarah Nixey. Like the Auteurs, Black Box Recorder's songs commented on the state of English affairs, both social and personal, often using character sketches that exposed the less-than-pleasant with sharp frankness and... [+] Read More

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D_composure is a south Florida based electronic/rock outfit fronted by singer/songwriter/producer: Joseph Beaty and producer/engineer: Ryan Copt. Joseph and Ryan are formerly of the semi-national act, Mindlikewater. Bassist Bill Jarrett and Guitarist Matthew Short unify Beaty and Copt's already solid musical vision. Together, they also work as... [+] Read More

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With a past as a drummer and DJ, Jay is now producing dance/electronica from a kitchen table in West London.

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MIKRO is a major electro band from Greece
It all started in Thessaloniki, where the 3 guys and girl discovered their mutual passion for music and decided to join their forces in order to make their dream a reality. The name Mikro refers to a measurement and was adopted because it symbolizes the technological evolution, something that... [+] Read More

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This creatively named band was formed when the members were studying vocal music together and started busking in the streets of London. Madra, their first album, is largely a capella, and composed entirely of traditional British songs. Their later releases -- like 1993's Suspiria and 1994's Fairytales of Slavery -- saw the group moving in a more... [+] Read More

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liar, cheat, HERO

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About pimpersticker Pimpersticker is an odd mix of interesting characters that have performed on stages all over the world. They are united by their will to make the most powerful music they can. They have just finished recording a three song self-titled EP at Ijland Studios in Amsterdam. The sound? Pseudo-intellectual punks playing pseudo-pop... [+] Read More

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Sweet Annie is the solo project of Norwegian singer/songwriter Hilde Klain. She started singing and playing keyboard when she was 8 years old. Throughout her youth she sang in choirs and performed locally as a singer and keyboardist/organ player. She would sometimes perform traditional folk songs and hymns, other times more contemporary music. A... [+] Read More

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if you would like to purchase this album then please contact simonsmusic@aol.com. Born simon hardy in salisbury uk in 1968 have been involved in many music projects and once played at a depeche mode convention back in 1992 to which gained much success.Hopefully there should be an album on the way soon.
And is currently working on new album.

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