Different Noises 68

A new box set celebrating the early “(I’m) Stranded” recordings of pioneering Australian band The Saints is the centrepiece of this show. With founder member Ed Kuepper touring Australia with a 2024 version of the band this is a timely reminder of the long-lasting impact of this ground-breaking group. On the rest of the show the usual mix of noisy stuff, experimental, and modern composition with a continued look at a series of recent albums that have caught my ear.