VA - Celebrate Yourself! The Sonic Cathedral Story 2004-2024 [2024] (4 x CDs)

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VA - Celebrate Yourself! The Sonic Cathedral Story 2004-2024 [2024] (4 x CDs)

Released by Sonic Cathedral label this limited-edition box set marks the label's 20th anniversary.  "Celebrate Yourself! The Sonic Cathedral Story 2004-2024" is a remarkable compilation that commemorates two decades of the influential shoegaze label, Sonic Cathedral. Released in December 2024 as a limited-edition 4CD box set, this collection encapsulates the label's journey from its inception as a club night in 2004 to its pivotal role in the modern shoegaze revival. The compilation features an impressive 62 tracks, including previously unreleased material, rare remixes, live recordings, and even a shoegaze Christmas compilation.

The first CD, titled "Celebrate Yourself!", is a curated selection of Sonic Cathedral classics, showcasing the label's signature sound and its roster of talented artists. The second CD, "Recalibrate Yourself!", offers a collection of remixes by renowned producers, adding fresh perspectives to the label's iconic tracks. The third CD, "Reverberate Yourself!", captures the energy of live performances, highlighting the communal spirit of the shoegaze scene. The final CD, whimsically named "Celebrate Your Elf!", presents a festive array of seasonal tracks, adding a unique twist to the compilation.

Artists featured in this anthology include shoegaze luminaries such as Slowdive, Andy Bell (Ride), Emma Anderson (Lush), and emerging talents like bdrmm and Whitelands. The inclusion of remixes by celebrated producers like Andrew Weatherall and Daniel Avery further enriches the collection, making it a treasure trove for fans of the genre. The inclusion of rare and previously unreleased tracks, as well as the creative remixes and live recordings that add depth to the collection

"Celebrate Yourself!" is more than just a retrospective; it is a testament to Sonic Cathedral's enduring influence and its role in shaping the shoegaze landscape. This compilation not only celebrates the label's past achievements but also underscores its ongoing commitment to innovation and artistic excellence. It is an essential listen for anyone passionate about shoegaze and its evolution over the past two decades.

The reception of "Celebrate Yourself! The Sonic Cathedral Story 2004-2024" has been overwhelmingly positive among fans and critics alike. This limited-edition 4CD box set has been praised for its comprehensive curation, which not only celebrates the label's 20-year journey but also showcases the evolution of the shoegaze genre. (B)

This is a terrific set.

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Track lists

CD1

01 Pye Corner Audio - Warmth of The Sun (Edit) 4:07

02 Early Years - Fluxus 5:18

03 Mark Peters - Switched On 5:29

04 Dot Allison - Unchanged (Edit) 3:59

05 Cheval Sombre - It's Not Time 2:39

06 Neil Halstead - Spin the Bottle (Alternative Version) 3:32

07 Mildred Maude - CPA II 4:45

08 Yeti Lane - Dead Tired 4:33

09 Lorelle Meets The Obsolete - Balance 4:29

10 Horsegirl - Sea Life Sandwich Boy 4:44

11 Dummy - Slacker Mask 3:15

12 Three Quarter Skies - On Fire (Edit) 4:24

13 Moon Diagrams - Rewop 1:58

14 Andy Bell - Skywalker (Edit) 4:37

15 Not Me But Us - When We See (Edit) 4:02

16 Molly - The Golden Age (Edit) 3:34

17 Emma Anderson - Queen Moth 3:13

18 Deary - Fairground 3:53

19 Whitelands - Tell Me About It 3:23

20 bdrmm - A Reason to Celebrate 3:41

CD2

01 Andy Bell - The Sky Without You (David Holmes Radical Mycology Remix) 5:56

02 Pye Corner Audio - Saturation Point (Sonic Boom Remix) 5:02

03 Lorelle Meets The Obsolete - Unificado (Pye Corner Audio Remix) 8:02

04 Not Me But Us - When We See (Maps Remix) 6:02

05 Early Years - Hall of Mirrors (Andrew Weatherall Remix II) 8:49

06 Cheval Sombre - Couldn't Do it (Justin Robertson's Deadstock 33s Remix) 8:03

07 bdrmm - Port (Daniel Avery Remix) 5:55

08 Sobrenadar - Del Tiempo (Slowdive Remix) 6:03

09 XAM Duo - Cold Stones (James Holden Remix) 11:21

10 Dot Allison - Unchanged (GLOK Remix) 7:38

11 Mark Peters - Sundrowning (Richard Norris Ambient Remix) 6:52

CD3

01 Lorelle Meets The Obsolete - What's Holding You - Golden Hair (Recorded at The Victoria, London, 10.04.14) 7:53

02 Andy Bell & Masal - Hallogallo (Recorded at The Social, London, 21.05.23) 9:02

03 Disappears - Speed of Life (Recorded at The 100 Club, London, 23.11.15) 2:49

04 Early Years - The Simple Solution (Recorded at The 100 Club, London, 15.10.14) 12:02

05 bdrmm - Momo - Push/Pull (Recorded at The Nave, Leeds, 16.08.20) 7:44

06 Pye Corner Audio - Excerpt From Social Dissonance (Recorded at The Social, London, 23.10.19) 3:30

07 XAM Duo - Excerpt From Live at The Total Refreshment Centre (Recorded at The Total Refreshment Centre, 05.11.16) 2:57

08 Mark Peters - Sundrowning (Recorded at The Band Room, Yorkshire, 08.04.23) 8:18

09 Sennen - (Recorded at Goldsmiths Music Studios, London, 12.06.21) 2:30

10 Dean Wareham - When Will You Come Home (Recorded at St Pancras Old Church, London, 05.12.13) 5:17

11 Cheval Sombre - Where Did Our Love Go (Recorded at St Pancras Old Church, London, 22.11.12) 3:53

12 Deary - Want You (Recorded at St Pancras Old Church, London, 23.11.23) 3:03

13 Slowdive - Golden Hair (Recorded at The Theatre at Ace Hotel, Los Angeles, 09.11.14) 9:24

CD4

01 Mark Peters - The Box of Delights 3:47

02 Three Quarter Skies - Holy Water (Single Version) 4:21

03 Andy Bell - Listen, The Snow is Falling 3:55

04 Pye Corner Audio - Omnichord Omnishambles (At Xmas) 3:27

05 Younghusband - I Don't Intend to Spend Christmas Without You 2:38

06 Spectres - Wonderful Christmas Time 2:43

07 A Place to Bury Strangers - Celebration 6:05

08 Fairewell - Christmas Eve 3:23

09 Pye Corner Audio - A Winter Drone for Christmas 5:42

10 Mark Peters - Silent Night 3:39

11 Dawn Chorus and the Infallible Night - O Holy Night 5:30

12 Molly - Andachtsjodler 3:00

13 Deary - 2000 Miles 3:40

14 Mark Peters - Jingle Bells 2:10

15 Fairewell - In The Bleak Midwinter 2:23

16 Pye Corner Audio - Get Thee Behind Me Santa 4:15

17 Mark Peters - The Box of Delights (Maps Remix) 4:38

18 Map - Stay Another Day 6:11

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