Classic Alternative - Episode #175: Secrets
Sunday, September 27, 2020
OMD celebrate "Enola Gay" 40th anniversary with new remix + more
OMD's classic single "Enola Gay" turned 40 years old this week.
Saturday, September 26, 2020
Budgie posts selfie from hospital
Legendary drummer Budgie (aka Peter Clarke) gave fans quite a scare on social media yesterday!
Budgie posted a picture of himself in a hospital bed, revealing he was "just out of the ICU" but didn't provide any other info other than to thank fans for their support.
After speculation and fear from fans ramped up online, Budgie's team provided a statement on Facebook confirming Budgie's situation was not dire and was instead just "routine maintenance" and he would be back to work behind the drums in a few days.
View Budgie's picture and team statement below.
"Just a quick note to reassure you that Budgie is absolutely fine and very grateful for all of your messages. This was just a little routine maintenance and he’ll be back behind the drum kit working on new projects in a couple of days. - team Budgie"
Budgie has several projects in the works - he and Lol Tolhurst announced a new project L X B earlier this year. The project is said to channel "the spirit of 1977" and new music is expected before the end of the year. Meanwhile Budgie and Tolhurst are collaborating on a podcast/series tentatively titled The Bleak End (details and premiere date still to be announced).
Most recently Budgie and Tolhurst were among the guests on ReMission International's cover of The Mission's classic anthem "Tower Of Strength." The cover version titled "TOS2020" which includes contributions from Martin Gore, Midge Ure, Gary Numan, was issued digitally in August. The physical edition arrives October 2nd and is available to pre-order here.
Budgie posted a picture of himself in a hospital bed, revealing he was "just out of the ICU" but didn't provide any other info other than to thank fans for their support.
After speculation and fear from fans ramped up online, Budgie's team provided a statement on Facebook confirming Budgie's situation was not dire and was instead just "routine maintenance" and he would be back to work behind the drums in a few days.
View Budgie's picture and team statement below.
"Just a quick note to reassure you that Budgie is absolutely fine and very grateful for all of your messages. This was just a little routine maintenance and he’ll be back behind the drum kit working on new projects in a couple of days. - team Budgie"
I am just out of the ICU, sitting up in bed, drinking fennel tea and nothing appears to be leaking! Thank you all for your kind thoughts 😊 pic.twitter.com/gPpSbKakjo
— Budgie (@Tuwhit2Whoo) September 25, 2020
Budgie has several projects in the works - he and Lol Tolhurst announced a new project L X B earlier this year. The project is said to channel "the spirit of 1977" and new music is expected before the end of the year. Meanwhile Budgie and Tolhurst are collaborating on a podcast/series tentatively titled The Bleak End (details and premiere date still to be announced).
Most recently Budgie and Tolhurst were among the guests on ReMission International's cover of The Mission's classic anthem "Tower Of Strength." The cover version titled "TOS2020" which includes contributions from Martin Gore, Midge Ure, Gary Numan, was issued digitally in August. The physical edition arrives October 2nd and is available to pre-order here.
Sunday, September 20, 2020
Classic Alternative - Episode #174: Fraught With Peril
Classic Alternative - Episode #174: Fraught With Peril
Thursday, September 17, 2020
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark announce livestream event 'You Me & OMD'
Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark are set to play a livestreaming event in October.
Depeche Mode announce 'Songs Of Faith And Devotion | The 12" Singles'
Depeche Mode announced the release of Songs Of Faith And Devotion | The 12" Singles.
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
'Shoplifters Of The World' film slated for 2021 release
The film Shoplifters Of The World will be coming to screens in the U.S. next year.
New Order share "Blue Monday" lyric video
New Order posted an official lyric video for "Blue Monday."
Sunday, September 13, 2020
Classic Alternative - Episode #173: Sordid Alliance
Classic Alternative - Episode #173: Sordid Alliance
The The issue 7" single "I Want 2 B U"
The The's brand new 7 inch single "I Want 2 B U" is available now.
The Style Council release 'Long Hot Summers' anthology
The Style Council release a three LP anthology in October.
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Robert Smith talks new Cure LP + "Strange Timez" collaboration
Robert Smith was interviewed along with Damon Albarn by BBC Music 6 today to discuss the new Gorillaz song "Strange Timez" featuring Smith.
Gorillaz debut song featuring Robert Smith
Gorillaz premiered a new song featuring Robert Smith of The Cure.
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
New Order's crown jewel 'Substance' arrives digitally
New Order's seminal singles masterpiece Substance is finally available digitally!
Sunday, September 6, 2020
Classic Alternative - Episode #172: Impaled By Delusion
Classic Alternative - Episode #172: Impaled By Delusion
Nick Cave releasing film + live album 'Idiot Prayer - Alone At Alexandra Palace'
Nick Cave announced details behind a concert film and live album.
Wednesday, September 2, 2020
New Order tease September 8th announcement
New Order have something up their sleeve!
Today New Order posted a teaser suggesting an announcement of some sort will be made on September 8th, which is next Tuesday.
No word on what they'll be unveiling, but perhaps: A song? Album? Remix? Live (or virtual) show? Merchandise? Art print?
Unlikely this will be some sort of reissue news since they've already announced the definitive edition of Power, Corruption, & Lies along with the reissue of the PCL-era non-album singles which arrive in October.
The mystery builds. Stay tuned.