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WATCH HERE  LISTEN HERE The Greatest Performers Experience a century of unforgettable music with Record Collecting – Monthly Mix , an audio series inspired by the acclaimed features of Record Collector magazine. In this special edition, we celebrate some of the greatest recorded performances of the 20th Century, spanning an extraordinary musical journey from the pioneering genius of Louis Armstrong to the darkly compelling artistry of Nick Cave. Along the way, you'll hear (and see on YouTube) landmark recordings that defined jazz, blues, rock, soul, punk, and beyond—performances that changed the course of popular music and continue to inspire generations of listeners. Whether they're recorded on film, TV, Live venues or promotional videos, each track has earned its place through exceptional musicianship, emotion, and influence. Join us as Record Collecting – Monthly Mix explores the recordings that helped shape the soundtrack of the 20th Century.  01 Louis Armstrong - He...

LISTEN HERE Better Than bricks And Mortar! Discover the treasures of the vinyl world with this month's, Record Collecting – Monthly Mix , inspired by the expert features of Record Collector magazine. This edition dives into the most valuable records ever pressed in the UK that are worth OVER £2000 each! Exploring the rare 45s, LPs, and limited editions that have become the holy grails of collectors and would set you back over £1/2 Million if purchased today. From legendary test pressings and withdrawn singles to scarce first pressings of iconic albums. All the greats are here, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, David Bowie, Marc Bolan, The Sex Pistols and The Beatles, as well as many artists that may be new to you. More than just music, these records are cultural artifacts—symbols of rarity, artistry, and enduring demand. Whether you’re a seasoned collector chasing the next big find or simply fascinated by the mystique of vinyl, this mix offers a front-row seat to the UK’s most prized r...

  LISTEN HERE Reissues, Remasters and Compilations Get ready to dive into a world of musical discovery inspired by the pages of 'Record Collector' magazine (Issue 562). This month we join our old music series 'Classic Comeback' to look at the releases presented in the 'From The Vaults' review section of the magazine. We begin with Bob Dylan's live recordings with The Band recorded in 1974 and finish with a psychedlic obscurity by band Ice, on a new compilation of 60s memorabilia. Full reviews can be found in the magazine. 01 Bob Dylan & The Band - Don't Think Twice, It's Alright (from 'The 1974 Live Recordings') 02 Chick Corea Elektric Band II - Blue Miles (from 'Paint The World' 03 Agent Steel - The Ripper (from 'Mad Locust Rising') 04 Alien Sex Fiend - Oops Wrong Planet (from 'Classic Albums 3') 05 Eric Bell - Standing at a Bus Stop (from 'Remembering') 06 The Bolshoi - Fat And Jealous (from 'Fri...

LISTEN HERE   Exploring the "Freak Scene" Anthology In the vibrant tapestry of 1960s counterculture, the "Freak Scene" emerged as a kaleidoscopic fusion of music, art, and social rebellion. This eclectic movement, characterized by its psychedelic soundscapes and avant-garde sensibilities, gave rise to a plethora of groundbreaking artists who pushed the boundaries of conventionality. In this edition of Record Collecting Monthly Mix , we delve into a selection of tracks that epitomize the spirit of the "Freak Scene". 01 Allen Ginsberg reading at Better Books 1964 02 Donovan - Sunshine Superman (2) 03 Love - She Comes In Colours (Single) 04 Velvet Underground - Venus In Furs 05 Pink FLoyd - Arnold Layne (20) 06 Jefferson Airplane - Somebody To Love 07 Tomorrow - My White Bicycle 08 Jefferson Airplane - White Rabbit (Single) 09 The Tickle - Subway ( Smokey Pokey World ) 10 Simon Dupree & The Big Band Sound - Kites (9) 11 Mothers Of Inventio...

    LISTEN HERE Unearthing Musical Gems from the Heart of London In the heart of London's Soho district lies a venue that holds a special place in the hearts of music enthusiasts: The Marquee Club. For decades, this legendary spot played host to some of the most iconic live performances in rock and roll history. While the club has long since closed its doors, the echoes of its glory days can still be heard through a treasure trove of live recordings. In this edition of Record Collecting Monthly Mix, we take a trip down memory lane and revisit 26 unforgettable live tracks, all recorded at the London Marquee club. From bootleg recordings to professional album releases, quality may vary. 1. "I Got My Mojo Working" - Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated (1962) We kick off our Marquee journey with a classic blues number that set the stage for many more electrifying performances to come. Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated, often credited as one of the pioneeri...

LISTEN HERE Geoffrey Arnold Beck (24 June 1944 – 10 January 2023) was an English guitarist. He rose to prominence as a member of the rock band The Yardbirds, and afterwards founded and fronted The Jeff Beck Group and Beck, Bogert & Appice. In 1975, he switched to an instrumental style with focus on an innovative sound, and his releases spanned genres and styles ranging from blues rock, hard rock, jazz fusion and a blend of guitar-rock and electronica. Track Listing: (UK Chart position) - Year 01 - Jeff Beck - Star Cycle - 1980 02 - Jeff Beck - Hi Ho Silver Lining (14) - 1967 03 - Yardbirds - Heart Full Of Soul (2) - 1965 04 - Yardbirds - Still I'm Sad (3) - 1965 05 - Jeff Beck - Tallyman (30) - 1967 06 - Yardbirds - Jeff s Boogie - 1967 07 - Jeff Beck - Love Is Blue (23) - 1968 08 - Donovan - Goo Goo Barabajagal (Love Is Hot) (12) - 1969 09 - GTOs - Mercy s Tune - 1969 10 - Jeff Beck - Jailhouse Rock - 1969 11 - Screaming Lord Sutch - Gut...

  LISTEN HERE   This month, the SFC Mixcloud page reached 1,000 FOLLOWERS. To celebrate there was a new mix on the theme of '1,000' (https://sfchsradio.blogspot.com/2020/11/1000-followers-on-mixcloud.html) and the 1.000th follower was able to pick a mix of their own choosing. Normally limited to subscribers only, the winner, 'richieangusowen', gave a list of his favourite acts as an outline, and this is the result! Over 3 hours of great music divided into 4 parts. Part 1 Looks at the first singles by all the acts, Part 2 presents their greatest hits, Part 3 takes a peak at the careers outside the main act, and Part 4 showcases the best tracks from the new millennium. All tracks are from the original artists and, as usual, use the original 7" versions where possible. Hope you enjoy it! If you want more, you can visit the web site at sfchomeservice.com, or follow on mixcloud, facebook and twitter, or even better, sign up for email alerts on the website or suppo...

RM BURG1 Record Mirror (1978) (P) 1978 Virgin (C) 1978 Record Mirror 01 - XTC - Radios in Motion 02 - Althea & Donna - No More Fighting 03 - Steve Hillage - Unidentified (Flying Being) 04 - Gladiators - Fly Away 05 - Colin Towns - Kate 06 - The Motors - Breathless 07 - Yellow Dog - Up In The Balcony 08 - Tapper Zukie - Ghetto Rock 09 - Kevin Coyne - Are We Dreaming 10 - Diamonds - Planet Called Earth

Here's the second part of my "50 At 50" podcast mix Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Fanfare For The Common Man Based on the classical piece by Copland, this ELP hit really 'rocked it up'. In late 1977, my anal tendencies were beginning to manifest themselves , and it was with great pleasure each week that I managed to convince my mates to join me in creating our very own Top 20 singles each fortnight, thus resulting in an amalgamation of our favourite tracks. To further express our geek-like qualities we then began recording the list on our tinny cassette recorders in the style of the BBC radio Top 20 chart show that was presented by Tom Brown at 6pm every Sunday evening. Like Mr Brown we also had background music playing whilst we announced proudly (basically, to ourselves) each weeks chart. This was the music we used. Every fortnight for over a year, we would go through this ritual, even when my friends started to lose interest, I still kept this process g...