Description
Cabaret Voltaire – Radiation BBC Recording 84-86 – Compact Disc
P&C Alchemy Entertainment 2003
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic
Radiation BBC Recording 84-86 is a compilation album by the British electronic music band Cabaret Voltaire. It was released in 2001 on compact disc format. Cabaret Voltaire is known for their pioneering work in the industrial and electronic music genres, and this compilation showcases their live performances and studio recordings made for the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) during the years 1984 to 1986.
The album features a selection of tracks recorded for various BBC radio shows and sessions. These recordings capture Cabaret Voltaire’s innovative and experimental sound, characterized by electronic rhythms, synthesizers, samples, and provocative lyrics. The band’s use of tape loops, found sounds, and unconventional production techniques contributed to their distinctive style.
‘Radiation BBC Recording 84-86’ provides a glimpse into Cabaret Voltaire’s evolution during this period, showcasing their ability to blend genres and push the boundaries of electronic music. It includes tracks such as ‘I Want You,’ ‘Sleepwalking ,’ and ‘Digital Rasta,’ among others, which represent the band’s exploration of dance-oriented rhythms, post-punk influences, and political themes.
As a compilation, ‘Radiation BBC Recording 84-86’ offers a valuable collection of Cabaret Voltaire’s BBC recordings, providing a historical snapshot of their live performances and studio work during the mid-1980s. It serves as a testament to the band’s influential role in shaping electronic music and their commitment to sonic experimentation.
Song List
Long. TX. 18.10.84
Sensoria
Digital Rasta
Kino
Ruthless
Peel. TX. 22.10.84
Sleepwalking
Big Funk
The Operative
Long. TX. 6.8.86
You Like To Torment Me
Hey! Hey!
We’ve Got Heart
Sex, Money, Freaks
Non BBC Material
I Want You
Doom Zoom
