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Post-Punk Scuzz rockers DOLIUM release 4-CD box set to celebrate 20th anniversary!

By Ruth Rae
DOLIUM - 2024

A huge collection of music from the recently reunited Sheffield rockers!

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Sister 9 Recordings — and as part of their celebrations, the label are releasing a special Limited Edition 4 CD Set ‘The Products Of Our Own Demands And Commands‘, which tells the story of Rhys Bloodjoy (aka Reece Adamo)’s 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 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.

Dolium in 1999
Dolium in 1999

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, crossed paths with Reece, and ultimately, formed 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!

Take the journey and discover the roots of Sister 9 with this stunning collection, which includes Dolium’s entire discography (all newly remastered by Rhys Bloodjoy in the S9 Studio), plus many unheard recordings, including their long-lost, unreleased third album, Brother Transistor. A lead single ‘Get Off On My Machine’ and a second single ‘Transmission Impossible’, as well as a 4-track video EP titled ‘The Brother Transistor Video Series’ featuring both singles + two extra tracks, all from the third album

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)

Their 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, plus one or two surprises!

Out TODAY, the boxset can be ordered HERE

We’ll leave you with the words of  ex-The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce, DJ:  “I fuckin’ love it.”

Main Photo Credit / All Photos: Dolium

  1. Driving With The Deathettes video
  2. Broken Nose, Broken Home
  3. Kisses video
  4. Had A Friend
  5. She’s The Pill That Makes Me Want To Stay video
  6. Drug City
  7. Whore Whore video
  8. Godspeed Your Love To Me
  9. Stesso Destruction
  10. Unity (Feels Like The End)
  11. Daddy’s Swinging In The Attic [B-Side] video
  12. Wire Tongue [B-Side]
  13. Mouthful O’ Blisters [B-Side]
  14. Fuck You Friend [B-Side]
  15. She Is A Drug [B-Side]
  16. Killer’s Killer [Previously Unreleased]
  17. Dead Teenagers video
  18. Teenage Boy, Teenage Girl
  19. 13/14/15/16/17/18/19
  20. Junkie Howlin’ video
  21. We Want Your Blood
  22. That’s What The Hate Is
  23. (She Can’t) Stake My Heart!
  24. Gü The Destroyer
  25. I Love Fire
  26. ‘Suicide’ Was My First Word
  27. Coughin’ In The Coffin
  28. Glitter Man Ate Her
  29. Attack Of The Scalping Machines
  30. Edith St Perie
  31. Hymn 12
  32. Dog Bowl
  33. Usin’ Losin’ [B-Side]
  34. Screechin’ Preachin’ Freaks (Kill ‘Em!) [B-Side]
  35. You’ve Got Holes! video
  36. Holy Water
  37. Oh Lord, I See No Reflection
  38. These Fans Have Fucking Fangs!
  39. Get Off On My Machine [Previously Unreleased] video
  40. (There Goes My) Jellies Girl [Previously Unreleased]
  41. VD On The Radio [Previously Unreleased]
  42. Triple Ex Fever [Previously Unreleased]
  43. The Future In Hands [Previously Unreleased]
  44. Brother Transistor [Previously Unreleased]
  45. Sheer Velocity [Previously Unreleased]
  46. Jailhouse Jaw-Drop [Previously Unreleased]
  47. Transmission Impossible [Previously Unreleased]
  48. Escaping The Escapees [Previously Unreleased]
  49. The Robots Didn’t Come [Previously Unreleased]
  50. Soul Deploy [Previously Unreleased]
  51. I, Humanoid [Previously Unreleased]
  52. (There Goes My) Jellies Girl — ‘Guthrie Version’ [Previously Unreleased]
  53. Get Off On My Machine — ‘Bolan Version’ [Previously Unreleased]
  54. Back In Hospital [Early 4-Track Demo] video
  55. No Visitors [Early 4-Track Demo]
  56. Anaesthetic To Numb The Pain [Early 4-Track Demo]
  57. Back In Hospital (Twice) [Early 4-Track Demo]
  58. Dead Teenagers [Early 4-Track Demo]
  59. Daddio [Early 4-Track Demo]
  60. Hymn 12 [Early 4-Track Demo]
  61. Vulture Rock [Early 4-Track Demo]
  62. He’s Got My Name Tattooed On It [Early 4-Track Demo] video
  63. Groopy [Early 4-Track Demo]
  64. A Girl’s Guide To Everything [Early 4-Track Demo]
  65. Zipparella [Early 4-Track Demo]
  66. La Faga Ragazza — Studio Recording video
  67. Fuckers — Studio Recording video
  68. Veronica Ann — Studio Recording video
  69. Bald Doll — Studio Recording video
  70. Mistress [Early 4-Track Demo]
  71. PVC (SLM) [Early 4-Track Demo] video
  72. Whip Marks [Rehearsal Room Demo]
  73. Unaltro Papa Mama [Early 4-Track Demo]
  74. Champion Of The North [Early 4-Track Demo]
  75. Untitled (Champion Of The North) [Early 4-Track Demo]
  76. Kill Emma — Live (2003) video
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