Gary Steel loved the Great Unwashed double single back in 1984, even with its troublesome cover.

Every day in May, to mark NZ Music Month, Gary Steel presents something local from his considerable behind. Personal archive, that is. Today’s surprise item? NZ Reviews From 1986.

Every day in May, to mark NZ Music Month, Gary Steel presents something local from his considerable behind. Personal archive, that is. Today’s surprise item? The Body Electric

Every day in May, to mark NZ Music Month, Gary Steel presents something local from his considerable behind. Personal archive, that is. Today’s surprise item? A 1980 review of the impossibly rare document of the Wellington underground, Four Stars.

Gary Steel thought only other people were stupid enough to snap CDs in half.

Carol King’s platinum follow-up to Tapestry reviewed on audiophile vinyl.

Rickie Lee Jones exquisite 1981 release, The Pirate, sounds just right on virgin vinyl.