Nocturnal - The Best Of Midnight Music is a definitive compilation album released in 1990 that highlights the distinct post-punk, darkwave, and indie pop sounds of the independent British record label Midnight Music. The collection serves as a sonic time capsule of the 1980s underground music scene, capturing the moody, atmospheric, and often melancholic aesthetic that defined the label's roster. It features signature tracks from influential underground acts such as Sad Lovers & Giants, The Essence, and The Snake Corps, alongside upbeat jangle pop contributions from bands like The Popguns and McCarthy.
Today, the compilation remains highly regarded by collectors and fans of gothic rock and early indie music. While original physical CD and vinyl pressings from the early 1990s are sought-after items on collectors' marketplaces like Discogs, the entire album has been preserved for modern audiences through digital reissues. It is fully accessible on major streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, allowing a new generation of listeners to explore the influential catalog of this classic independent UK label.
