Name: His Greatest Misses
Brand: Robert Wyatt

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Catalogue number

CD-REWIG-73

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2020-10-16

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

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5034202207320

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

Artist

Robert Wyatt

Genre US

60s & 70s

Label US

Domino

Robert Wyatt, born on January 28, 1945 in Bristol, England, is a renowned musician known for his contributions to the London 'psychedelic underground' music scene. Co-founding bands such as Wilde Flowers and Soft Machine, Wyatt gained a strong following with his unique sound. Despite facing challenges such as line-up changes and a life-altering injury that left him paralyzed from the waist down, Wyatt continued to record and perform. His solo albums, including *Rock Bottom* produced by Nick Mason of Pink Floyd fame, showcase his resilience and musical talent.

Influenced by artists like Kevin Ayers and John Cale, Wyatt's music explores various genres including psychedelic rock and progressive rock. With similarities to bands such as Hatfield & The North and Caravan, his distinctive style sets him apart from his contemporaries. Despite setbacks in his personal life, Wyatt's dedication to creating meaningful music has made him an influential figure in the industry.

Discover Robert Wyatt's discography at our e-commerce website today and immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of this legendary artist.

We are elated to announce the release of Robert Wyatt's His Greatest Misses. Previously released exclusively in Japan as a limited edition CD in 2004 (and then reissued by us to CD in 2010), we are happy to be bringing it to vinyl for the first time. The vinyl release is timed in conjunction with the publication of Side by Side (Faber) which presents the lyrics, poems, writings, and drawings of Wyatt and his creative partner, English painter and songwriter, Alfie Benge. Robert Wyatt, for those who are new to him, was a founding member of influential English rock bands, Soft Machine and Matching Mole, with a solo career that has lasted for over forty years. During this time he's guest edited the Today Programme, curated Meltdown Festival, and collaborated with a diverse range of artists including Björk, Brian Eno, John Cage, Carla Bley, and Scritti.

His Greatest Misses a a7-track compilation is the prefect introduction to the music of Robert Wyatt. It spans Wyatt's decades-long career. The collection includes selections dating from Rock Bottom (1974) to Cuckolant (2003). The album is not in chronological order, however it helps make the subtle point that Wyatt's recordings are best considered as a non-linear catalogue. The world he creates through his music is a world through which the listener can move at any pace, in any direction.

His Greatest Misses

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