Name: The way It Is - 25 Years Of Solo Adventures
Brand: Edgar Jones

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Bonus disc: No

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CDTRED805

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-01-22

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Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Cherry Red (ADA)

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Standard:20

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5013929180536

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3 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Edgar Jones

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Alternative / Modern

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Cherry Red

Cherry Red is a British label that was founded by Iain McNay in 1978. Also known as Cherry Red Records, this label has become associated with the company Music and Media Group. With the label code LC 6730, Cherry Red has made a name for itself in the music industry. It is important to note that this label should not be confused with the US label of the same name.

Jones is an English musician from Liverpool. He formed The Stairs, a band with influences from the sixties era and genres such as English Beat, Garage Rock, Blues Rock, and Psychedelic music. As the vocalist and bassist, he collaborated with Ged Lynn on rhythm/lead guitar and Paul Maguire on drums. Jones also founded The Isrites and The Big Kids, which included members who would later form The Zutons. Throughout his career, he has worked with renowned artists like Paul Weller, Johnny Marr, Saint Etienne, and Lee Mavers.

Throughout his musical journey spanning several decades, Jones has been part of various bands including The Stairs (1990–1994), The Isrites (1997–1998), The Big Kids (1999–2001), Edgar Jones &amp; The Joneses (2) (2003–2008), and The Edgar Jones Free Peace Thing (2008–2010).

With his diverse range of collaborations and contributions to different musical projects over the years, Jones has established himself as a respected figure in the music industry. His talent as a vocalist and bassist combined with his ability to blend various genres have made him a sought-after artist among fellow musicians.

Meticulously curated box sets featuring exceptional audio quality, stunning visuals, and exclusive bonus content. Explore genres, eras, and artists to find the perfect addition to your collection.

Box Sets

The first ever collection of solo works by Edgar Jones, leader of Liverpool cult heroes, The Stairs. On this 3 CD retrospective, the versatile Jones mixes jazz, R&amp;B, soul, blues, rock and ska into his musical gumbo.

Features rarities by Jones’ garage bands The Isrites and The Big Kids, previously only released physically on a CD limited to just 50 copies. The Big Kids included drummer Sean Payne and bassist Russ Pritchard, who later formed The Zutons, and guitarist Howie Payne, who started The Stands.

Includes tracks from the Mercury Music Prize nominated albums Soothing Music For Stray Cats (2005) and The Masked Marauder (2008) as well as Gettin’ A Little Help… From “The Joneses (2007), The Edgar Jones Free Peace Thing (2011), Sense Of Harmony (2012), Morphic Fields (2013) and The Song Of Day And Night (2017).

Edgar’s album Soothing Music For Stray Cats was an innovative blend of jazz, soul, R&amp;B and rock’n’roll recorded on an eight track cassette portastudio donated to Jones by legendary former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr. Noel Gallagher said of the album: It Bent My Head, Man. It’s Probably One Of The Best Records I Have Ever Heard…

Compiled and Annotated by Edgar Jones himself with Mojo magazine’s Lois Wilson. The booklet features their notes alongside rare photos and gig flyers. His heavy blues rock project The Edgar Jones Free Peace Thing (featured here) were hand-picked by Noel Gallagher to support Oasis on their 2009 European tour. Jones has played bass for Paul Weller, Johnny Marr, St. Etienne And The La’s.