We’ve hit the jackpot, guys. Yes, there was a time when the internet didn’t exist and people actually read music rags that came with mixtapes. Paste use to come with cd’s and NME had mixtapes when cassettes ruled the earth. We thank the powers that be that a slew of mixtapes have been made available for download with their accompanying art. There’s some true gems to be had and a monumental time suck (in a good way). Please proceed with caution because you won’t be able to peruse for only a couple of minutes. Head over here to PRESS PLAY AND RECORD to cop some mixes. Look below for a sample of what’s in store for the rest of your day.
Mixed Peel (NME033). 1987.
the Undertones – Here Comes The Summer
Wire – I Am The Fly
Robert Wyatt – I’m A Believer
Madness – Bed & Breakfast Man
Gang of Four – At Home He’s A Tourist
New Order – 5-8-6
The Slits – Love And Romance
Billy Bragg – Love Gets Dangerous
The Adverts – Gary Gilmore’s Eyes
The Birthday Party – Release The Bats
Culture – Two Sevens Clash
The Ruts – Sus
The Folk Devils – Ink Runs Dry
T-Rex – Ride A White Swan
The Fall – Put Away
Mighty Wah! – Basement Blues-The Story Of The Blues
The Electro Hippies – Mega Armageddon Death/Chickens
The Damned – New Rose
That Petrol Emotion – Can’t Stop