Name: John Peel Session 06.01.87
Brand: The Soup Dragons

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

PRE020

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Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

With Set of Postcards

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-11-18

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Precious Recordings of London

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

Total Cap

1 / 10" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

The Soup Dragons

Genre GB

Indie Pop / Shoegaze

Label GB

Precious Recordings of London is an independent label and record company based in Putney, London, UK. Led by former horse racing journalist Nick Godfrey, this label specializes in releasing "historical" BBC radio sessions on double 7"-vinyl. The name of the label is inspired by the song "Let's Make This Precious" by The Weddoes.

The Soup Dragons were a Scottish alternative rock band formed in 1985 in Bellshill, Scotland. They gained popularity with their cover of the Rolling Stones' song "I'm Free." The band consisted of Sean Dickson on vocals and guitar, Jim McCulloch on guitar, Sushil K. Dade on bass, and Paul Quinn on drums.

Named after a character from the children's television show Clangers, The Soup Dragons became known for their unique sound and energetic performances. With their catchy tunes and infectious energy, they quickly garnered a loyal fan base.

Although the band disbanded in 1995, their music continues to resonate with fans around the world. Their legacy as pioneers of alternative rock lives on through their influential discography and memorable live shows.

So what do you do when you’ve had a run of BBC sessions and fancy trying something different? How about a session of cover versions, with each member of the band choosing a song? The Soup Dragons were changing before our ears – one listen to their version of Purple Haze tells you that. Also features a six-second arthouse prank that reportedly did not entirely amuse John Peel.

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Music GB

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