Description

Ten Bright Spikes – Astro Stukas – Compact Disc

Astro Stukas is an album by Ten Bright Spikes, released in 1992 through New Red Archives. The band was formed in 1991 by Nick Garratt, known for his work with UK Subs, and Jason Honea from Social Unrest. The album features a distinctive blend of textured ’60s pop, jazz-inspired whimsy, and an underlying alternative edge that creates a unique soundscape.

The tracklist includes songs like ‘Your Breathing Doll,’ ‘Spleen,’ and ‘Plumflower,’ each offering a different facet of the band’s eclectic style. The recording took place at Peter Miller Studios in San Francisco and Music Annex in Menlo Park, highlighting the band’s commitment to high-quality production.

Astro Stukas has been appreciated for its seamless flow despite the diversity in musical styles, from distorted rock tracks to more melancholic, viola-enhanced pieces. The album’s depth and aura have given it a cult status among fans of alternative and experimental music​

New Red Archives

Track Listing

1. Norse
2. Your Breathing Doll
3. Vertical Brando
4. Spleen
5. King Of Sweden
6. Dogstar
7. Ten Bright Spikes
8. 000,000
9. Plumflower
10. Prayer For The Night
11. Ghostshirt
12. Waterghost