Lost Sides [Bonus Disc]

Audio Remixers: Chris Coco; Martin Rebelski; J.S. Zeiter; Four Tet.
Photographers: Rick Myers; Rich Mulhearn.
Arranger: Doves.
Not to be confused with the limited-edition promotional album of the same name, Lost Sides is a double disc of B-sides, rarities, and remixes from Doves' outstanding first two albums, Lost Souls and The Last Broadcast. Die-hard fans will most likely own tracks such as "Zither," "Valley," "Northenden," and "Willow's Song" from previous single releases, but Lost Sides offers more than your typical B-disc. The loyalist and the casual listener will enjoy the structure of Lost Sides because Doves is one of those bands that doesn't seem to write songs of filler quality. If anything, Lost Sides reaffirms the power of Doves' dream pop sound while remembering the beauty of their first two albums. The songs included here could have very well ended up on either record, because they are that good. From the gospel redesign of "Satellites [Soulsavers Remix]" and the building hope of "The Sulphur Man [Rebelski Remix]" to the Madchester-like pop moment of "Your Shadow Lay Across My Life" and the free soul of "Down to Sea," one cannot deny the real rock & roll spirit of Doves. Lost Sides is a fine collection for old and new fans alike, a definitive must-have for all Doves completists. ~ MacKenzie Wilson