Azul Kechi – ‘No Drama’ With a flurry of impactful efforts under her belt already, London-based artist Azul Kechi is looking to continue those alluring textures once again on the breezy new single ‘No Drama’. With her warm and soulful vocals spread across a vibrant production throughout, she continues to make herself one of the […]
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Pink Floyd Animals 2018 Remix – Dolby Atmos Blu-ray coming
Coming on May 17th, on Blu-ray and compatible digital platforms (Apple Music, Tidal, and Amazon Music), is the Dolby Atmos version of Pink Floyd’s Animals 2018 Remix. It is the first time the album will have been available in Dolby Atmos. The Blu-ray includes High Resolution Stereo and 5.1 mixes alongside the 1977 Original Stereo Mix. For those who have compatible equipment to hear it in its full glory, the Dolby Atmos mix goes beyond ordinary listening by immersing the listener in the music, revealing details with unparalleled clarity and depth. Listeners will feel like they are inside the song as music moves around and above them. The album artwork has been reimagined especially for this release and presented in a digipak with a 16-page booklet, a sticker and a postcard. The front cover image still includes the iconic pig floating between two chimneys of the Battersea Power Station, conceived by Roger Waters. However, for this new release, the artwork has been re-created for the modern era by Storm Thorgerson’s Hipgnosis partner Aubrey ‘Po’ Powell and Peter Curzon from StormStudios, and shows the historic building as it looks now, complete with light projections, variations of which feature in the accompanying booklet. The projections and graphics were mapped and designed by Peter Curzon for the launch of the 2018 Remix and the photography is by Rupert Truman and Benny Trickett with Aubrey Powell. The Animals 2018 Remix is also available on CD, LP (with gatefold artwork), SACD and Deluxe Gatefold formats. The Deluxe Gatefold version includes LP, CD, audio Blu-ray, audio DVD and a 32-page book. You can use the following links to order the new Dolby Atmos Blu-ray, or indeed any of the other Animals 2018 Remix editions. Using our links will help this site with its ongoing running costs, at no additional cost to you, as we participate in the Amazon affiliate programme. You can order through Amazon.com (https://amzn.to/3Va678e), Amazon UK (https://amzn.to/48RZ0V8), Canada (https://amzn.to/3VcCpzv), Germany (https://www.amazon.de/s?k=pink+floyd+animals+2018&s=date-desc-rank&ds=v1%3AfWRRzNoEyEBsk3P35IfIPVXJP8nn%2B%2BEMckP0jE%2FbnRA&crid=2NJ1O0T5VLEW6&qid=1710348413&sprefix=pink+floyd+animals+2018%2Caps%2C356&ref=sr_st_date-desc-rank/braindamage0f-21), France (https://www.amazon.fr/s?k=pink+floyd+animals+2018&s=date-desc-rank&ds=v1%3AfWRRzNoEyEBsk3P35IfIPVXJP8nn%2B%2BEMckP0jE%2FbnRA&crid=2NJ1O0T5VLEW6&qid=1710348413&sprefix=pink+floyd+animals+2018%2Caps%2C356&ref=sr_st_date-desc-rank/braindamageon-21), Italy (https://www.amazon.it/s?k=pink+floyd+animals+2018&s=date-desc-rank&ds=v1%3AfWRRzNoEyEBsk3P35IfIPVXJP8nn%2B%2BEMckP0jE%2FbnRA&crid=2NJ1O0T5VLEW6&qid=1710348413&sprefix=pink+floyd+animals+2018%2Caps%2C356&ref=sr_st_date-desc-rank/bradamonl-21) and Spain (https://www.amazon.es/s?k=pink+floyd+animals+2018&s=date-desc-rank&ds=v1%3AfWRRzNoEyEBsk3P35IfIPVXJP8nn%2B%2BEMckP0jE%2FbnRA&crid=2NJ1O0T5VLEW6&qid=1710348413&sprefix=pink+floyd+animals+2018%2Caps%2C356&ref=sr_st_date-desc-rank/braidama01-21). You can also order from HMV.com (https://hmv.com/search?searchtext=pink+floyd+animals+2018).
Indie Darling, Maria Lane, Releases Sublime Single ‘til april’
Springtime is a special time in the year; it’s a time to celebrate all things new and pure. For me, there’s nothing better than a rill of dulcet vocals and gentle guitar playing to get you in the mood for such a refreshing time of year. Luckily for me and those who share my mindset, […]
Five For Friday – 8th March 2024
Jess Hunter – ‘Anhedonia’ With a string of powerful cuts under her belt throughout last year, London-based singer-songwriter Jess Hunter keeps the emotion alive on her latest single ‘Anhedonia’. With her warm and tender vocals layered amongst a shimmering production throughout, she returns with one of her most alluring efforts to date here. DADDY DRWG […]
David Gilmour – a very happy birthday to you!
Our very best wishes, and many happy returns, to David Gilmour who is celebrating his birthday today (March 6th)! Born and raised in Cambridge, David became involved with various bands in the area, principally Jokers Wild who were a popular draw when they played, before joining Pink Floyd in 1968. More recent years have seen David concentrating on his solo career, and helping out chums on their musical projects on an ad hoc basis. In 2019, some 120+ of David’s guitars were auctioned, raising $21.5 million (including some record-breaking amounts for individual instruments) which went to the environmental charity ClientEarth (https://clientearth.org). He also appeared as a guest performer at the Richard Thompson 70th Birthday Concert (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/david-gilmour-guest-appearance-at-richard-thompson-70th-birthday-co.html), playing Dimming Of The Day and Fat Old Sun, and joining the encore. In 2020, on February 25th, shortly before all activity stopped around the world due to Coronavirus, David joined the stellar bill for the Mick Fleetwood Friends Celebrate The Music of Peter Green and The Early Years of Fleetwood Mac (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/mick-fleetwood-friends-concert-box-set-available-to-orde.html) concert at London’s Palladium, which has been released as a 4LP, 2CD, Blu-ray and book box set (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/mick-fleetwood-friends-concert-box-set-available-to-orde.html). The concert was in aid of the Teenage Cancer Trust charity (https://teenagecancertrust.org). More recently, of course, there have been numerous pictures of David posted by his wife, Polly, showing him being rather active in recording studios – one reason is the upcoming Mark Knopfler charity single bringing over 60 musicians – particularly guitarists – together for the Teenage Cancer Trust and Teen Cancer America (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/mark-knopfler-gathers-60-guitar-legends-including-david-gilmour-for-charity-s.html). However, there looks to have been plenty of activity unrelated to this project, giving indications that new music from David may be on the cards… It just remains for us to wish David a very happy day! If you want to add your thoughts and wishes, you can do so at our Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/BrainDamageUK)…
Leicester’s National Opera Unveils Debut EP ‘The God, The Child’
Leicester indietronica trio National Opera’s have been making a splash over the past few months, building momentum with some tastemaker press and radio support. Now releasing their debut EP, ‘The God, The Child,’ the band continue to showcase the vibrant musicality, emotive songwriting and multifaceted sound choices which make their music so interesting. Sitting between […]
Five For Friday – 1st March 2024
Jess Hunter – ‘Anhedonia’ Known for her broad and emotive approach to songwriting on recent releases, London-based artist Jess Hunter continues to shine once again with her sweeping new single ‘Anhedonia’. With her sweet and passionate vocals layered across a spellbinding production throughout, she keeps our hearts warm with this tender new delight. Dead Connections […]
Large Nick Mason’s Saucerful Of Secrets cover feature in UK’s Uncut Magazine
the publisher’s own website (https://shop.kelsey.co.uk/single-issue/uncut-magazine/336).
Five For Friday – 23rd February 2024
T!LT – ‘Castes’ With their eagerly-awaited new EP ‘Death Do Us Part’ set to arrive later this month, US outfit T!LT continue the support for their upcoming collection with the breezy new offering ‘Castes’. Offering more of that warm and inviting indie-rock aesthetic they are known for, they are certainly looking to turn some heads […]
The Formalist share the poignant and fragile ‘Finite’
Brooklyn-based duo The Formalist introduces their latest single, “Finite,” a soft and somber composition that delves into the depths of human existence. Following the success of their ambient track “Happenstance,” “Finite” emerges as a deeply personal exploration of loss, memory, and the yearning for connection. Contemplating the creation of “Finite”, Laroi & Krieger share, “We […]