Toyah - Mayhem (2023)

A perfect companion to the Safari Singles Collections, this fascinating album gives an insight into work in progress by Toyah in the late 1970s and early 80s. ‘Mayhem’ comprises finished songs not included on EPs and albums, demos and alternate versions unavailable anywhere else. The 15 tracks which make up ‘Mayhem’ include the majestic opener 'Clapham Junction,' an alternate version of the Toyah classic 'Danced' and a unique cover of 'I Believe In Father Christmas' originally recorded for Granada TV's 1982 special 'Pop Goes Christmas.' Tracks from the demo tape which got Toyah signed to Safari Records in 1978 also feature in this anthology of lost classics, curiosities and studio doodles. The CD includes the full 15 track album with three tracks only included on the original cassette version. In addition, this brand new expanded version of Mayhem features five further bonus tracks.