The Reegs - The Reegs: Definitive Collection (2009)

Digitally remastered two CD collection from this Manchester outfit led by former Chameleons guitarists Dave Fielding and Reg Smithies. The Definitive Collection features all of the tracks from their two long out of print albums Return of the Sea Monkeys (1991) and Rock the Magic Rock (1992) plus b-sides and alternative versions. The Reegs were formed in 1988 following the break-up of the Chameleons, when guitarists Fielding and Smithies joined up with vocalist Gary Lavery to create a new band. With their smoldering guitar lines and haunting melodies, the Reegs picked-up where the Chameleons left off; dreamlike and ethereal but still packing an almighty punch. This is a must have release for all fans of the Reegs, the Chameleons - or indeed, any of the many bands they inspired. Blue Apple. 2009.