Proper Records

19/12/2023

New album coming, tours of US and UK, all in 2024!

14/12/2023

Standing In The Light, the much loved third album by Level 42, is being re-issued on LP as a strictly limited audiophile gold vinyl pressing.

Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind was the first single taken from the album and just missed the UK Top 40; however, the next release gave the group their first Top 10 hit and a taste of the success they would savour in the coming years. Living It Up (The Sun Goes Down) was their first Top 10 hit in the UK, and is a funk-based scorcher. As a result, Standing In The Light was Level 42's first Top 10 album.

Find out more and pre-order here: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/12/level-42-standing-in-the-light-vinyl-re-issue/

06/12/2023

30/11/2023

Originally released on A&M Records in June 1992, Del Amitri's Change Everything reached No 2 in the UK charts and spawned four Top 30 singles. This re-issue faithfully replicates the original 1992 A&M UK release and is pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl.
http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/11/del-amitri-change-everything-vinyl-re-issue/

10/11/2023

Cast's platinum selling debut album, All Change, is re-issued today on double LP. Reaching #7 in the charts on it's release, this britpop classic spawned four hit singles, "Finetime", "Alright", "Sandstorm" and "Walkaway".
Shop now: https://cast.lnk.to/allchange

09/11/2023

Originally issued on Science/Virgin in September 1997, Modus Operandi established Photek (aka Rupert Parkes) as an unmistakable force within the realm of drum and bass and downtempo. For this new vinyl re-issue Modus Operandi is presented with scrupulous attention to the detail of its original UK first pressing and is available on three 140gm LPs. Whether replacing a much-loved original, or adding to a collection afresh, this is a superior way to enjoy such enduring and influential music.
Pre-order now: https://photek.lnk.to/modusoperandi

01/11/2023

Cast's blend of ultra-melodic Merseybeat Britpop proved that they were the right band at the right time. Their debut album, All Change, became a runaway success and is being re-issued next Friday on 2LP with gatefold sleeve and 12 page booklet.
Pre-order your copy here: https://cast.lnk.to/allchange

🎟️Catch the band on tour next March: http://castband.co.uk/tour

01/11/2023

Out now - 's Americana Podcast is back and in today's episode, I sat down with producer .keen for a chat - have a listen wherever you stream your podcasts

25/10/2023

Known for their fusion of intricate melodies, whimsical lyrics, and superb musicianship, Caravan, the pioneering British progressive rock band of the 1970s, played a pivotal role in shaping the era's eclectic and inventive music scene.
We're re-issuing two of their albums "If I Could Do It All Over Again, I'd Do It All Over You" and "Cunning Stunts" on vinyl this Friday.
Find out more and pre-order here: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/09/caravan-vinyl-re-issues/

23/10/2023

The groundbreaking 1966 Decca album, Blues Breakers by John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers with Eric Clapton is re-issued this week and faithfully replicates the original Decca Records UK mono release and pressed on high quality 180g vinyl.
Pre-order here: https://john-mayall.lnk.to/bluesbreakers

06/09/2023

Level 42's self-titled debut album is re-issued on September 29 on heavy weight vinyl. Featuring the Top 40 hit, Love Games, the album has gone on to achieve a cult status separate from the rest of their catalogue.
Find out more: http://proper-records.co.uk/2023/09/level-42-vinyl-re-issue/
Pre-order LP: https://level42.lnk.to/level42

25/08/2023

Pick up the 2LP deluxe version or 1LP standard version of Everything Everything's debut album Man Alive, out now. Th deluxe version is also available to stream and download.
https://e-e.lnk.to/manalivevinyl

27/07/2023

We're thrilled to be re-issuing three albums from The House Of Love this September on vinyl. Each re-issue replicates it's original Fontana UK release and is pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl. Find out more and pre-order here: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/07/the-house-of-love-vinyl-re-issues/

19/07/2023

Order any Fairport Convention album from Chalkys to be in with a chance of winning a set of vinyl test pressings. Find out more details here: https://chalkys.com/collections/fairport-competition

13/07/2023

Thrilled to be re-issuing the Everything Everything debut album, Man Alive, on vinyl! 🔥🔥🔥
https://e-e.lnk.to/manalivevinyl

28/06/2023

Big thanks to The Quietus for highlighting The Fall vinyl re-issues which will be available in August.
"Early '90s Albums By The Fall To Be Reissued. 'Extricate', 'Shiftwork' and 'Code: Selfish' were originally released between 1990 and 1992"

'Extricate', 'Shiftwork' and 'Code: Selfish' were originally released between 1990 and 1992

21/06/2023

The Fall Vinyl Re-issues! This August see's the return of The Fall albums Extricate, Shift-Work and Code: Selfish to vinyl. Each re-issue faithfully replicates the original Fontana Records UK release and pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl.
Find out more: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/06/the-fall-vinyl-re-issues/

30/05/2023

★★★★★ A poignant farewell: writer and performer of exquisite gems Gretchen Peters, concludes final UK tour.

It’s 27 years since Gretchen Peters released her debut album, The Secret of Life, championed by Bob Harris and the late Terry Wogan, whose morning-tide enthusiasms also helped propel Eva Cassidy and Beth Neilsen Chapman to success - the term “Americana” hadn’t yet been invented!

26/05/2023

The trajectory that Fairport Convention Band took in the space of four albums and two years is one of the most remarkable in British popular music. These records contain some of the most storied names not just in British, but world music. The vinyl re-issues faithfully replicate the original releases and are pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl.
Find out more: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/05/fairport-convention-vinyl-re-issues/

17/05/2023

John Mayall's blues-infused sound was hugely influential in shaping the development of rock music during the 60s, and his influence can still be heard in modern blues and rock today.
Don't miss out on these six classic John Mayall vinyl reissues! Click the link below to find out more and pre-order.
http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/05/john-mayall-vinyl-re-issues/

11/05/2023

For many, The Wedding Present are the very epitome of indie. Formed in 1985, the group rose to prominence as part of the so-called C86 scene (a free NME cassette that showcased new bands of the era), with their fast-paced jangle-pop and intelligent lyrics by founder and only band constant David Gedge.

For lovers of grunge-based indie with generous dashes of melody, Watusi is a must-have. The vinyl re-issue, out 2 June 2023, is presented with scrupulous attention to the detail of the original UK first pressing and available in audiophile 180gm vinyl.
Pre-order here: https://weddingpresent.lnk.to/watusi

05/05/2023

ICYMI: Listen to Diana Jones in session and conversation on Another Country With Ricky Ross where she discusses her classic album Better Times Will Come and more.

Listen now : https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001lj3z

28/04/2023

Two more of our 10cc vinyl re-issues are released today, The Original Soundtrack and Bloody Tourists. Each re-issue faithfully replicates the original Mercury Records UK release with legendary Hipgnosis-designed gatefold sleeve and printed inner, and is pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl.
Find all 4 of our 10cc re-issues: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/01/10cc-vinyl-re-issues/

28/04/2023

What are your top 10 Gretchen Peters songs? Graeme Tait at AmericanaUK shares his top 10 in this weeks 'Essentials'.

Back on the 12th August 2022 I opened an e-mail from Gretchen Peters as many would have done across the country that morning with the single word headline ‘Announcement’. Intrigued I qu…

17/04/2023

Diana Jones’ reissue of her 2009 classic scrubs up well and remains a powerful listen. How to improve on near perfection? That’s the conundrum posed when one is confronted by Diana Jones’ lat…

12/04/2023

Diana Jones begins her UK Spring tour this Friday in Topsham. She'll be performing songs from the newly reissued version of Better Times Will Come, along with fan favourites and more.
🎟️Find dates and ticket links here: https://dianajonesmusic.com/concerts

06/04/2023

Watch Diana Jones' exclusive mini-gig for AmericanaUK ahead of the reissue of her classic album "Better Times Will Come (Reimagined & Remastered)" which is released tomorrow with even richer sound quality, fresh takes on beloved classics and a brand new song.

Here’s another exclusive mini-gig for our readers – a chance to watch an outstanding artist perform from the comfort of home. We’re delighted to share three songs from Diana Jone…

05/04/2023

More shows have sold out and tickets are going fast for our very last show in London - get yours now and join me and my special guest in May!⁠
Tickets and info at https://www.gretchenpeters.com/shows/

04/04/2023

Step into the heart of Americana with Diana Jones' Better Times Will Come (Reimagined & Remastered), the timeless album that speaks to the soul of a nation in need of hope and healing. Experience the raw emotion and authentic storytelling that made Jones a legend in the folk music world, now with even richer sound quality, fresh takes on beloved classics and a brand new song.
The reissue is released this Friday on CD, LP and Digital and is available to pre-order now: https://dianajones.lnk.to/bettertimeswillcome/
Let the haunting melodies and poignant lyrics transport you to a place where better times are just around the corner.

16/03/2023

Gretchen Peters returns to the UK in May for her final run of shows, following her announcement that she will retire from full-scale touring this year.

17/02/2023

We're delighted to be releasing the reimagined and remixed version of Diana Jones' critically lauded 2009 album Better Times Will Come. Available for the first time on vinyl, you can find out more and pre-order the LP, CD or digital version here: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/02/diana-jones-better-times-will-come-reimagined-remastered/

13/02/2023

Big thanks to Now Spinning Magazine for their review of the first two of our vinyl reissues from 10cc which are released this Friday.

10cc : How Dare You and Deceptive Bends : Vinyl Reissues : Proper Music / UMC10cc - Pop, art rock, almost PROG in places and very cleverThese two albums are...

27/01/2023

The Sound of McAlmont & Butler is re-issued today on 180gm vinyl. The album features the hit single Yes, which reached no. 8 in the UK singles chart and was the sound of summer 1995. Buy the LP here: https://mcalmontandbutler.lnk.to/thesoundof

25/01/2023

We're delighted to be re-issuing the first three albums from Lloyd Cole And The Commotions on LP over the next few months. Each re-issue faithfully replicates the original UK release and is pressed on high quality 180gm vinyl.
Find out more and pre-order: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/01/lloyd-cole-and-the-commotions-vinyl-re-issues/

05/01/2023

Proper Records are delighted to be re-issuing The Pale Fountains albums 'From Across The Kitchen Table' & 'Pacific Street' on LP on 3rd February. Each re-issue faithfully replicates the original release with printed inner and are pressed onto 180g vinyl.
Find out more: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/01/the-pale-fountains-vinyl-re-issues/

04/01/2023

Described as the "missing link between the Beatles and Blur", 10cc released some of the most inventive and elaborate pop music to emerge from Britain. We're re-issuing four classic albums from the band on vinyl this year, find out more: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2023/01/10cc-vinyl-re-issues/

19/12/2022

Danny Neill selects his Top 10 Albums of 2022 including The Wave Pictures, Big Thief, Leyla McCalla, Molly Tuttle, Sharron Kraus, Kathryn Williams and more.

09/12/2022

The Sound Of McAlmont And Butler is being re-issued on vinyl in the new year. Effectively a compilation of the duo's sessions as opposed to a planned work, it has a tremendous consistency. and includes the huge production numbers Yes, You Do and Disappointment. The re-issue faithfully replicates the original 1995 Virgin Records UK release with printed inner sleeve and is pressed onto high quality 180g vinyl.
Find out more and pre-order: http://www.proper-records.co.uk/2022/12/mcalmont-butler-the-sound-of-vinyl-re-issue/