Our Unrelased compilation series delivers never before heard songs from the bands that make Deep Elm the label it is today. It's not a sampler...it's a full-length CD of all new songs! These are not "b side" tracks, but the same high quality recordings you've come to expect from all Deep Elm releases. Highlights of Unrelased No. 1 include the first song ever recorded by Planes Mistaken For Stars, secretly collected and quietly stashed tracks by veterans Starmarket, Pop Unknown and Five Eight, plus brand new recordings from Brandtson, Red Animal War, Dead Red Sea and This Beautiful Mess. A must for all Deep Elm fans...new, young and old. Again, all songs are exclusive to this series - this is the only place you'll find them. (DER-402)

"With a label like Deep Elm where quality runs extremely far into the roster, it's not surprising that they were able to assemble this compilation of unreleased tunes from some of their more recent signings and a few of their more established acts. One of the smarter elements of this record is that there's ten songs...just the right amount of music for a compilation of this nature. Planes Mistaken For Stars cranks things loose with their fiery tune, Blinders. Red Animal War and the always awesome Brandtson keep the rock flowing; the latter crafting my favorite tune on the album. Brandtson's unique attachment to strong pop-sensibilities, but dark thoroughfare makes for some heavy songwriting. Starmarket, Dead Red Sea and This Beautiful Mess provide the solid finish that this disc needs. If you like Deep Elm or if you're looking to find out more, you'll dig Unreleased No. 1." - Pastepunk

"Ever since I've had contact with Deep Elm, I've liked what they've put out. Unreleased No. 1 is no exception. This record gives everyone a taste of their new and established acts and is a valuable part of any music collection because you'll never hear these songs anywhere else. Unreleased No. 1 seems to flows in the vein of any classic Deep Elm record; at times it's rough yet soothing, and the other times the music is so intricate and layered that my ears work overtime to keep up with each changing chord and beat. Those are both good things. You'll love this indie rock gem." - Graynoise

"Deep Elm has secured premium choice songs from their bands on this Unreleased collection. Planes Mistaken For Stars begins with the eruptive Blinders, as a mellow build-up quickly gives in to a tense song with turbulent dynamics. Other superior offerings come courtesy of Pop Unknown and Brandtson, who's contribution, Optimist Club, is edgy and aggressive. Five Eight were the most pleasant surprise. This melodic band has a Bob Mould or a Paul Westerberg feel to the vocals and a thick, retro guitar sound." - Mere Exposure

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