Album Review: The Venus Fly Trap / Alex Novak – Mercurial 1978-2018

Like some strange shapeshifting alien from one of his beloved sci-fi films Northampton’s Alex Novak is one of those rarefied artists who are constantly regenerating and adopting a new musical form. Mercurial 1978-2018 is the first compilation to pull together all the strands of Alex’s career from the raw, furnace blast of original ‘77 punks, … Continue reading Album Review: The Venus Fly Trap / Alex Novak – Mercurial 1978-2018

Band of the Day: Venus Fly Trap

Venus Fly Trap have been around since the late 70s but have a new "best of" album out. Delve into their dark world... Simple things first – where are you guys from? Myself, Alex Novak (vocals, Yugoslav parents) from Northampton, and Andy Denton (guitar/programming) - originally from Rushden,but who now lives in Northampton. How did … Continue reading Band of the Day: Venus Fly Trap