No band epitomised Britpop more than Menswe@r. Singer Johnny Dean, guitarists Chris Gentry and Simon White, bassist Stuart Black and drummer Matt Everitt formed in London in mid 1994, playing a handful of gigs that prompted a label bidding war and countless magazine covers. They delivered a string of UK Top 20 singles: ‘I’ll Manage Somehow’, ‘Sleeping In’, ‘Stardust’, ‘Being Brave’ and the undeniable Britpop classic ‘Daydreamer’. While the speed of their success surprised some; their style, attitude and riotous live shows defined the times and they became one of the most popular bands of 1995.This new double LP has been lovingly compiled by members of the band and includes the demos, singles, B-sides, rarities and live tracks. Pressed for the first time ever on vinyl, 180g heavyweight White and Orange LP. Presented in a wide spine with printed inner sleeves. The inner sleeves includes a note by Steve Lamacq, photographs and Q&A with the band.
Demon Records – DEMREC884 Format: Vinyl, LP, White Vinyl, LP, Orange All Media, Compilation, Limited Edition Country: UK Released: Jun 12, 2021 Genre: Rock Style: Britpop, Indie Rock A1 I'll Manage Somehow (7" Version) A2 Second Hand A3 Gentleman Jim A4 Around You Again (Live Session) A5 Sunday Driver A6 Back In The Bar A7 Satellite A8 This Will Be Our Year B1 I'll Manage Somehow (EMI Demo) B2 Daydreamer (EMI Demo) B3 Stardust (EMI Demo) B4 Can't Smile Without You (Childline Album) B5 Little Miss Pinpoint Eyes (Live At Shepherds Bush Empire) B6 The One (Live At Shepherds Bush Empire) B7 Sleeping In (Live At Shepherds Bush Empire) C1 Crash C2 While He Slept ?Hay Tiempo! Sessions C3 Start A Fire C4 Weekday People C5 Valium C6 Pick Me Up On Your Way Down ?Hay Tiempo! Sessions D1 Why I Love Her D2 Coming Back For More D3 Something For Nothing D4 You're Not Alone D5 Make A Start D6 She Makes Him D7 Is This The Way Pressed By – GZ Media – 220815E Record Store Day 2021 (drop 1) release. Record one White Vinyl, Record 2 Orange Vinyl, Housed in wide spined sleeve with matt (reverse board inner sleeves)