Gary Flanagan’s little zine that has gotten much praise from Broken Pencil in the past and with issue number eight, Gary gives us good reason to continue the acclaim. My knowledge of electronic music is based on more contemporary acts, so looking back to late 70s and 80s is something I do as a reference point to better understand what I’m listening to now. That said, my knowledge of 80s electronic acts and particularly their historical significance is limited. The sub-title for Nightwaves states that the zine is “For Fans and Followers of Electronic Music” and to that end it does its duty very well and probably much better than some publications you would have to pay for. As an outsider, it’s a little difficult to grasp some of the more obscure names and terminologies thrown around, but this I will forgive, because Nightwaves is an effort of love. For any electronic music nuts, get on this. It’s got everything: interviews, electronics tips, reviews, bargain bin finds (my personal favorite) and much more. Did I mention it’s free? Things this well done don’t stay free for long. (Kevin Jagernauth)
zine, #8, free, 24 pgs, Gary Flanagan, 23 Fourth St., Rothesay, N.B., E2G 1W7, [email protected]m