Mystery Fields, by The British Stereo Collective

Mystery Fields

by The British Stereo Collective

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mondoricho This all feels so authentic, I was sure that this LP was full of cover versions of real programmes. The fact that the guy is from Stoke is another massive plus. If someone, somewhere ever makes a Scarfolk TV show, they know where to come for the soundtrack. Favorite track: Theme from "Space Guardians".

mechazoid cant wait blue vinyl looks amazing and some unique sounds for my ears loving it.

themetamorph An absolute future classic-this debut from Phil Heeks is simply astonishing in its scope,with superb musicianship and production.Some affectionate nods to the past merged with the technology of today. Favorite track: Theme from "Space Guardians".

Andrew Firth An incredible album for anyone who grew up in the 1970s or 1980s. Nostalgic, melodic and completely addictive, this is an album that you just don't want to stop! If you enjoyed the "false memories" of the Scarred For Life compilations, you'll love this! Favorite track: Theme from "Space Guardians".

EdgeofMull My wife described this as the music of our dog's mind, and I think she stumbled upon the sheer joy and playfulness of this terrific album. The packaging is a real treat and the music nails it every time.

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	1.	Theme from "The Yesterday Children" 03:21
	2.	The Ghosts of Fleet Forest (Opening Titles) 01:27
	3.	Theme from "Space Guardians" 04:16
	4.	Sound Effect: Dog Barking at Innocent Birds 00:12
	5.	Mystery Fields 01:59
	6.	The Rain and the Darkness 02:34
	7.	Sound Effect: Flying Saucer Landing 00:12
	8.	Puzzle Time 02:33
	9.	The Ghosts of Fleet Forest (End Titles) 01:21
	10.	Southern Television (Ident) 00:11
	11.	Midlands Television (Ident) 00:08
	12.	Travelogue 02:44
	13.	Sound Effect: Woman Laughing at Creaky Door 00:05
	14.	Ringstone Round 03:33
	15.	Wires are Dangerous 03:19
	16.	At the Court of Queen Jezebel 00:59
	17.	The War Within 03:08
	18.	The Nature of the Beast 02:16
	19.	Sound Effect: Blood-Curdling Maniac 00:06
	20.	The Bentley Saga 02:38

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Phil Heeks delivers a stunning homage to ‘70s BBC LPs and vintage soundtrack compilations in this debut record from The British Stereo Collective.

Although the Mystery Fields album cover has the look and feel of a BBC Radiophonic Workshop release, the album itself is a wider nod to various TV theme compilations that Phil grew up with in the 1970s and early 1980s, including the classic Geoff Love releases and the BBC themes and sound effects albums. What comes across most is the love and affection for the period, beautifully recreated in the meticulous detail of the album artwork and the effortless precision with which the tracks are put together and sequenced.

Says Phil, “After revisiting the 1979 conclusion to the Quatermass saga on Blu Ray in October 2019, I was hugely inspired by the music and atmosphere and embarked on creating a specific brand of retro electronica under the guise of “The British Stereo Collective”.

“The album is my homage to a beloved era of classic TV themes, 'space music' and general cosmic noise, inspired by the combined influence of Jeff Wayne, Peter Howell, Mike Oldfield, Jean-Michel Jarre, Tangerine Dream, Barry Gray, Roy Budd, Francis Monkman, Brian Bennett, Paddy Kingsland and countless others.”

Pressed up on beautiful Mystery Blue vinyl and featuring a radio Times referencing insert, the album works as a complete and aesthetically gorgeous time capsule for those who are perennially nostalgic for the golden age of Sunday afternoon TV and your uncle’s Vangelis and Hi-Fi stereo albums.

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released December 3, 2021

Realised by The British Stereo Collective
Composed, arranged and produced by Phil Heeks.
Mastered by Antony Ryan at RedRedPaw.

Recorded at SUBLEVEL home studio on PreSonus Studio One 4

Kit:
Korg Triton LE
Roland Juno-DS
Roland JV-1080
Behringer MS-101
Behringer Deepmind 12
Virtual synths

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Phil Heeks draws inspiration from classic ‘70s soundtrack and sound effects LPs for debut album as The British Stereo Collective.

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