Friday, December 24, 2010

BBC Space Themes (1978)




















Thirty-two years ago tonight my late Mother put this record under the Christmas tree for me, along with Parallel Lines, Another Music In A Different Kitchen by the Buzzcocks and The Man Machine.  She always knew the records I wanted.

However, this record was a surprise as I hadn't asked for it (or knew it existed).  She said she got it as she knew I loved Blake's Seven.  I've not listened to this album for years and only recently dug it back out of the loft due to positive comments received for its sister BBC album, Sporting Themes.

So, three decades later this is a Christmas present for you lot now.  I hope you and yours have a good one.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

Mantovani - An Album Of Christmas Music (1958)





















An absolute Christmas favourite in our house for many years.  Side one is a little crackly but side two isn't bad at all.  A truly wonderful Christmas record.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Christmas At Home (1962)





















Another one from last year.  Some great traditional carols and Christmas songs on here.

Friday, December 3, 2010

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Ronne Aldrich - This Way 'In' (Phase 4 Stereo, 1968)





















Some great stuff on here from the prolific Ronnie Aldrich who seemed to release Phase 4 albums on a weekly basis!