Mogwai - Central Belters

[spacemanrich]

Anyone in the UK picked up Mogwai's "Central Belters" ? How is it ?

[mkb]

I've got a copy, it's a really nice package (I got the 6-vinyl edition).

If you are new to Mogwai or are just a casual fan then the first two cds (or 4 LPs) are a good overview of the albums - there are always going to be minor tracklist issues, but I think it's a good selection in total. Cd 3 (LPs 5 & 6) cover b-sides/rarities/soundtrack stuff, again a good selection.

Having everything in one set does remind how great they are, and how much they've done. If you're a big fan you'll probably have most/all of it already, but I'd recommend it as a great starting point for someone new to them or who only has one or two of their albums.

[spacemanrich]

Thanks for the info mkb. Just briefly looked at the email Mogwai sent me and I got that impression that it was sort of a collection, compilation of songs, etc., maybe throw in a live show and repackage it. Got all the albums and singles, the rarities might pique my interest a bit.

[niamhm]

No, the six disc collection while undoubtably being a thing of beauty, probably, is too rich for me, but the cd version looks like a fantastic collection for the money,

[Shinesalight]

This six vinyl box set edition is on my Christmas wish list at my local record shop in Brighton....the family had better not let me down

[angelsighs]

the problem with this collection is, who is it aimed at?

people new to Mogwai aren't gonna want 3 CDs worth.

whereas big fans like me would like the rarities but don't want to shell out for the songs I already have.

the band have taken their usual care over it though, great title and sleeve.