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The Beta Band

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Group. Formed 1997. Disbanded 2004.

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Biography

The Beta Band were a British musical group who received much critical acclaim and have achieved cult status amongst avid followers of the underground and experimental music scene. Their style was described as being "folktronica", a blend of folk, electronic, rock, trip hop, and experimental jamming.

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  1. The Best Of 2005

    The Best of the Beta Band: Music (disc 1: Studio Recordings)

    Reviewed by Andrew McGregor

    The Beta Band disbanded at the end of 2004 leaving behind a legacy of innovative and...

  2. Heroes To Zeroes 2004

    Heroes to Zeros

    Reviewed by Chris Jones

    Vocals trip over each other in counterpoint and within the mix there's always enough...

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