These films are fantastic. I was a big fan of the theatrical releases and the "miniseries" versions are even better. I love that the whole story is broken up into six 90-minute parts, which facilitates viewing. The one criticism I have is the packaging: the discs slide in and out of the paper sleeves, and several of the discs I received were scratched (but viewable) upon first opening, despite my taking great care in avoiding the under surface dragging across the paper as I removed them. So, if you're picky like me about pristine condition discs, maybe think twice about this set.

Mew are a dreamy pop/rock band from Denmark. Eggs Are Funny is a glimpse of Mew over their career - even including something from their first album A Triumph For Man (Wheels Over Me) and sophomore effort Half the World Is Watching Me (Saliva). If you've just been introduced to Mew and don't know where to start, Eggs Are Funny will help lead the way. It gives a nice sampling of some of their better work (though, naturally, all "best of" compilations lack some of the very best). You'll really need to explore Mew's proper albums after this, as the songs they write sound even better as part of their "context" - Mew are a solid album band, not just pretty singles.

Having been a fan of Delays since 2004's Faded Seaside Glamour, they have been fairly solid throughout their career. This fourth outing doesn't break the trend. Favourite tracks include The Lost Estate, In Brilliant Sunshine, and the title track. If you like more than just your basic indie, or indie with a dreamy/sunny pop twist, and a bit of an extra kick, give this album a listen.

This album is absolutely epic. The production is phenomenal (Rich Costey, a favourite producer of mine). There is such sonic power in songs like The Everchanging Spectrum of a Lie, I Don't Want to See You Like This, The Greatest Light is the Greatest shade. The singer's voice is soaring and beautiful, and the music just grabs you. My favourite purchase in 2011 by far.