Hello folks!
We're very excited to be releasing this compilation by legendary indie band The Chefs. JohnPeel favourites and a massive influence on the C86 scene, this compilation includes all their releases as well as BBC session tracks. It's out on Monday but we're shipping pre-orders this week. A veritable feast you could say. More info below.
Also just back in stock are some lovely Billy Childish/Hangman Records T-shirts. Available on all sizes for the first time in what seems like ages. Stock is limited so if you want one don't hang about too long! More info below, as always just click on the pics to order from our online shop.
The Chefs - Records & Tea (The Best Of The Chefs) CD/download (Release 23rd April)
24 TRACK COMPILATION OF EVERYTHING THE CHEFS EVER DID INCLUDING 2 JOHN PEEL SESSIONS, ONE RICHARD SKINNER SESSION AND ALL THEIR ATTRIX RECORDS RECORDINGS
SLEEVE NOTES BY EVERETT TRUE
THIS IS THE ROOTS OF C-86, INDIEPOP & LOTS MORE, IT’S ALSO A GREAT ALBUM!
The Chefs first appeared on the Brighton compilation ‘Vaultage ‘79’ They released three singles in 1980 & 1981, the first two were on legendary Brighton label Attrix records, the last one on Graduate Records, best know for UB40!
Played to death by John Peel and other radio DJs of the day they recorded two sessions for the John Peel Show and one for Richard Skinner, all are included here.
After The Chefs had morphed into Skat they disbanded and Helen went onto success and a major label deal with Helen And The Horns, she now plays solo and has released several solo albums.
To hear the track "24 Hours" from the album click here.
Billy Childish / Hangman Records T-Shirts back in stock!
That's right! Just in time for summer (I'm told it's on its way!) Be the envy of all your friends with one of these super fashionable T-shirts. For details of sizes and to order just click on the pics.
NB: The Billy Childish & Sexton Ming LP Dung Beetle Rolls Again has had its release date put back to the end of May due to the pressing plants being busy with stuff for Record Store Day. We'll be making it available for pre-order soon and will let you know as and when.
That's it for now!
Ian & Duncan