Sister 9 Recordings released Dolium career spanning boxset to celebrate 20th anniversary

2024 marks the 20th Anniversary of Sister 9 Recordings — and as part of their celebrations, the label are releasing a special LTD Edition 4 CD Set, which tells the story of Rhys Bloodjoy’s (aka Reece Adamo) first band, lo-fi/post-punk/scuzz-rock label-founders, Dolium. In their early days, Dolium caused quite a buzz on the UK underground music scene; first in 1999/2000 with their sonic assault on the city of Sheffield — and then some years later, when their 2004 DIY’d debut single quickly caught the attention of BBC radio legend, John Peel. The rest, as they say, is history… The band decided to go on an indefinite hiatus in 2010, only to reform in 2024 with the original line-up to celebrate both the box set release and the anniversary of their label.

Take the journey and discover the roots of Manchester based Sister 9 recordings with this stunning collection, which includes Dolium’s entire discography (all newly remastered), plus many unheard recordings, including their long-lost, unreleased third album, “Brother Transistor”. A lead single “Get Off On My Machine” (released 18th Oct) and two further singles “Transmission Impossible” & “Sheer Velocity”, as well as a 4-track video EP titled “The Brother Transistor Video Series” featuring the three singles + an extra track all from the third album (released Nov 8th). The story is presented in a striking full colour 32-page booklet, featuring art and photography, as well as extensive sleeve notes by the band and their management.

LTD Edition 4 CD Box Set titled “The Products Of Our Own Demands And Commands” set for release November 22 via Sister 9 Recordings to coincide with the labels 20th anniversary. The box set features 76 tracks, spread out over four discs: CD1: “Kisses Fractures” (2005 Debut Album) + Bonus Tracks & “Teenagers EP” (2006) | CD2: “Hellhounds On The Prowl” (2008 2nd Album) + Bonus Tracks & “El Vampiro Attack! EP” (2008) | CD3: “Brother Transistor” (Unreleased 3rd Album) + Bonus Tracks | CD4: “66.6 Miles And The F-Machine” (Early 4-Track Demos) + Rarities (1998-2003)

“A less depressing Joy Division mixed with the black horror of Bauhaus and the melodic dynamics of The Pixies!” -Kerrang!

“A screaming, raging, frighteningly fierce assault of punk rock. Bring on the world of The Black Stripes.” -BBC Manchester

Dolium are:

Reece Adamo – voice, guitar (originally from Sheffield, Reece reinvented himself both musically and creatively as Rhys Bloodjoy during Dolium’s hiatus)
Ms De Vine – bass, voice (originally from Kent, Ms De Vine moved to Leeds in her teens, and not long after, crossing paths with Reece, and ultimately, forming the band)
Simon Himsworth – drums (originally from Halifax, Simon relocated to York in 2004 and the band lost touch until 2024, unexpectedly reuniting during the 20th Anniversary of Sister 9!)

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