Air Age Anthology [Remaster]

Performer: Be Bop Deluxe
Producer: Ian McLintock; John Leckie; Roy Thomas Baker; Bill Nelson
Distributor: MSI Music Distribution

Notes: AIR AGE ANTHOLOGY is a 39 track anthology of works by the quirky U.K. '70s guitar-driven outfit Be-Bop Deluxe and includes "Axe Victim," "Kiss Of Night," "Life In The Air Age," and "Lovers Are Mortal." Recording information: Air Studios, London, England (03/19/1974-06/17/1977); De Montfort Hall, Leicester (03/19/1974-06/17/1977); EMI Abbey Road Studios, London, England (03/19/1974-06/17/1977); Grand Theatre, Leeds (03/19/1974-06/17/1977); Rockfield Studios, Wales (03/19/1974-06/17/1977); SARM Studio, London, England (03/19/1974-06/17/1977). Air Age Anthology is a double-disc set covering Be Bop Deluxe's entire career, culling highlights from each record (although the booklet doesn't tell which track came from which album). Be Bop Deluxe was an album-oriented band, but this compilation nevertheless encapsulates the group's appeal and achievements, making it useful for casual fans. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine

Though Be-Bop Deluxe began as a Bowie-influenced, makeup-bedecked crew splitting the difference between art-rock and glam, as the 1970s wore on they sharpened both their sound and image, becoming a pivotal influence on the UK's burgeoning New Wave scene. The central focus of the band was Bill Nelson's awe-inspiring guitar work. After the group's dissolution in 1978, Nelson began a long and fruitful solo career encompassing ambient instrumentals, synth-pop, and more. He also found fame as a producer for A Flock Of Seagulls and others.

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