Radio Musicola is the third solo studio album by the English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nik Kershaw. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years after Kershaw's successful album, The Riddle. It was Kershaw's first studio album to feature him as producer. It also features guest backing vocalists, including Icehouse's lead vocalist Iva Davies, and Night's lead vocalist Stevie Lange.
The album was released to critical acclaim, but wasn't as successful as Kershaw's previous albums, peaking at #47 on the UK Albums Chart, and achieved silver status from the BPI in 1986. Four singles were issued from Radio Musicola, but none of them reached the Top 20, a first for Kershaw. However, Kershaw did find some minor success with its lead single "When a Heart Beats" (which was not featured on the LP release, only on the cassette and CD versions of the album). The album (to date) remains Kershaw's last album to make the Top 60.
After the original release, the album remained out-of-print on any format for many years. However, the album became available via online MP3 download on major sites such as Amazon, and iTunes.
Radio Musicola is a song by the British singer-songwriter Nik Kershaw. It was released as the third single, from his third studio album Radio Musicola. The release was Kershaw's eleventh single, and features the track, "L.A.B.A.T.Y.D." as the B-side.
The single only reached #43 on the UK Singles Chart in 1986. Which is Kershaw's third single that failed to make the Top 40.
Track listing
7" single (MCA NIK 11) A. "Radio Musicola"
B. " L.A.B.A.T.Y.D."
12" single (MCA NIKT 11) A. "Radio Musicola" (Extended Mix)
B1. "L.A.B.A.T.Y.D."
B2. "Radio Musicola"
Artist: Nik Kershaw
Album: Radio Musicola
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published: 21 Jan 2012
Nik Kershaw - Radio Musicola
Nik Kershaw's Song "Radio Musicola"
published: 30 Jan 2009
Radio Musicola (Live) | Nik Kershaw | Shepherd's Bush Empire 2012
'Radio Musicola' is the title track from Nik’s third solo studio album. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years after his successful album, The Riddle.
“Nine months in Swanyard Studios, Islington. First self-produced album. Kid in a candy store. Stuart Bruce my partner in crime. Mitsubishi 32 track digital. Too many toys. Kick horns, London community choir, Mark Brzezicki and my mate Simon Phillips.
Upheaval at MCA records. New Managing Director gets lost on the way to the studio. Should’ve taken that as a sign. Taking too long, spending too much. Release “When A Heart Beats” to keep everyone happy. Only gets to number 27. Oops!” - Nik
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published: 25 Dec 2022
Nik Kershaw - Radio Musicola
Nik Kershaw Radio Musicola. 1986 single charting at #43 in the UK in December 1986. From the album 'Radio Musicola'. Official music video HQ 80s 80's 1980s we're going up. ohnoitisnathan
published: 09 Nov 2019
Nik kershaw- Radio musicola Official musicvideo
Ive not seen this posted before so..there you go!In HQ and all!:-)
published: 20 Oct 2008
Radio Musicola - Nik Kershaw
published: 04 Aug 2012
Nik Kershaw - Radio Musicola LIVE (UHD)
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published: 08 Oct 2019
Nik Kershaw - Radio Musicola (UK TV Advert 1986)
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published: 31 Jan 2019
Radio Musicola (Extended Version)
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Radio Musicola (Extended Version) · Nik Kershaw
Extended Versions
℗ 1986 MCA Records Ltd.
Released on: 2022-07-29
Producer, Associated Performer, Vocals: Nik Kershaw
Studio Personnel, Mixer: Bryan "Chuck" New
Composer Lyricist: Nik Kershaw
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'Radio Musicola' is the title track from Nik’s third solo studio album. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years aft...
'Radio Musicola' is the title track from Nik’s third solo studio album. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years after his successful album, The Riddle.
“Nine months in Swanyard Studios, Islington. First self-produced album. Kid in a candy store. Stuart Bruce my partner in crime. Mitsubishi 32 track digital. Too many toys. Kick horns, London community choir, Mark Brzezicki and my mate Simon Phillips.
Upheaval at MCA records. New Managing Director gets lost on the way to the studio. Should’ve taken that as a sign. Taking too long, spending too much. Release “When A Heart Beats” to keep everyone happy. Only gets to number 27. Oops!” - Nik
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Coinciding with the release of 'EI8HT' in 2012, the final show of the corresponding tour, at the Shepherd's Bush Empire on the 28th September, featured all Nik's hits old and new; and the album 'Human Racing' was played in its entirety during the second half of the show. That incredible night was recorded for DVD release later that year and has now been remastered for YouTube.
Visit www.nikkershaw.net for the latest tour information and releases from Nik Kershaw.
'Radio Musicola' is the title track from Nik’s third solo studio album. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years after his successful album, The Riddle.
“Nine months in Swanyard Studios, Islington. First self-produced album. Kid in a candy store. Stuart Bruce my partner in crime. Mitsubishi 32 track digital. Too many toys. Kick horns, London community choir, Mark Brzezicki and my mate Simon Phillips.
Upheaval at MCA records. New Managing Director gets lost on the way to the studio. Should’ve taken that as a sign. Taking too long, spending too much. Release “When A Heart Beats” to keep everyone happy. Only gets to number 27. Oops!” - Nik
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Coinciding with the release of 'EI8HT' in 2012, the final show of the corresponding tour, at the Shepherd's Bush Empire on the 28th September, featured all Nik's hits old and new; and the album 'Human Racing' was played in its entirety during the second half of the show. That incredible night was recorded for DVD release later that year and has now been remastered for YouTube.
Visit www.nikkershaw.net for the latest tour information and releases from Nik Kershaw.
Nik Kershaw Radio Musicola. 1986 single charting at #43 in the UK in December 1986. From the album 'Radio Musicola'. Official music video HQ 80s 80's 1980s w...
Nik Kershaw Radio Musicola. 1986 single charting at #43 in the UK in December 1986. From the album 'Radio Musicola'. Official music video HQ 80s 80's 1980s we're going up. ohnoitisnathan
Nik Kershaw Radio Musicola. 1986 single charting at #43 in the UK in December 1986. From the album 'Radio Musicola'. Official music video HQ 80s 80's 1980s we're going up. ohnoitisnathan
**I do not own copyright on this clip but have uploaded as a matter of interest without ownership, any copyright issues then please let me know and i will remov...
**I do not own copyright on this clip but have uploaded as a matter of interest without ownership, any copyright issues then please let me know and i will remove, thank you.**
**I do not own copyright on this clip but have uploaded as a matter of interest without ownership, any copyright issues then please let me know and i will remove, thank you.**
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Radio Musicola (Extended Version) · Nik Kershaw
Extended Versions
℗ 1986 MCA Records Ltd.
Released on: 2022-07-...
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Radio Musicola (Extended Version) · Nik Kershaw
Extended Versions
℗ 1986 MCA Records Ltd.
Released on: 2022-07-29
Producer, Associated Performer, Vocals: Nik Kershaw
Studio Personnel, Mixer: Bryan "Chuck" New
Composer Lyricist: Nik Kershaw
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Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Radio Musicola (Extended Version) · Nik Kershaw
Extended Versions
℗ 1986 MCA Records Ltd.
Released on: 2022-07-29
Producer, Associated Performer, Vocals: Nik Kershaw
Studio Personnel, Mixer: Bryan "Chuck" New
Composer Lyricist: Nik Kershaw
Auto-generated by YouTube.
'Radio Musicola' is the title track from Nik’s third solo studio album. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years after his successful album, The Riddle.
“Nine months in Swanyard Studios, Islington. First self-produced album. Kid in a candy store. Stuart Bruce my partner in crime. Mitsubishi 32 track digital. Too many toys. Kick horns, London community choir, Mark Brzezicki and my mate Simon Phillips.
Upheaval at MCA records. New Managing Director gets lost on the way to the studio. Should’ve taken that as a sign. Taking too long, spending too much. Release “When A Heart Beats” to keep everyone happy. Only gets to number 27. Oops!” - Nik
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Coinciding with the release of 'EI8HT' in 2012, the final show of the corresponding tour, at the Shepherd's Bush Empire on the 28th September, featured all Nik's hits old and new; and the album 'Human Racing' was played in its entirety during the second half of the show. That incredible night was recorded for DVD release later that year and has now been remastered for YouTube.
Visit www.nikkershaw.net for the latest tour information and releases from Nik Kershaw.
Nik Kershaw Radio Musicola. 1986 single charting at #43 in the UK in December 1986. From the album 'Radio Musicola'. Official music video HQ 80s 80's 1980s we're going up. ohnoitisnathan
**I do not own copyright on this clip but have uploaded as a matter of interest without ownership, any copyright issues then please let me know and i will remove, thank you.**
Provided to YouTube by Universal Music Group
Radio Musicola (Extended Version) · Nik Kershaw
Extended Versions
℗ 1986 MCA Records Ltd.
Released on: 2022-07-29
Producer, Associated Performer, Vocals: Nik Kershaw
Studio Personnel, Mixer: Bryan "Chuck" New
Composer Lyricist: Nik Kershaw
Auto-generated by YouTube.
Radio Musicola is the third solo studio album by the English singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nik Kershaw. The album was released in late 1986, on the label MCA Records, two and a half years after Kershaw's successful album, The Riddle. It was Kershaw's first studio album to feature him as producer. It also features guest backing vocalists, including Icehouse's lead vocalist Iva Davies, and Night's lead vocalist Stevie Lange.
The album was released to critical acclaim, but wasn't as successful as Kershaw's previous albums, peaking at #47 on the UK Albums Chart, and achieved silver status from the BPI in 1986. Four singles were issued from Radio Musicola, but none of them reached the Top 20, a first for Kershaw. However, Kershaw did find some minor success with its lead single "When a Heart Beats" (which was not featured on the LP release, only on the cassette and CD versions of the album). The album (to date) remains Kershaw's last album to make the Top 60.
After the original release, the album remained out-of-print on any format for many years. However, the album became available via online MP3 download on major sites such as Amazon, and iTunes.
black vinyl man with black plasticised imagination more fodder for the new lost generation i got a question to send you to the nearest closet why can't you let us do it like JONI does it there you go again, giving it your very best trying so hard to make it sound like all thee rest and as your factory sanctifies your wooden soul you gave us T.V. dinners, now it's T.V. rock 'n' roll we're growing p we're growing up to radio musicola i got political inclinations to announce but no way, if it doesn't scan with your accounts i got some spiritual ideology for you i know it's gotta correspond with the corporation view we're growing up we're growing p to radio musicola you can find it in the streets you can find it in the elevators you can find it where the ladies wash their hands it emanates from littleboxes on the wall and it'll soon be coming in disposable tin cans my soul shows art to me, but dollars says my radio wall street liquid lunches showing us the way to go why tolerate this numismatical polity? there isn't any other way, there isn't any other way, more's the pity we're growing up we're growing up