I think this is a really smart idea—Portishead is definitely one of those 1,000 true fans kind of acts, whose fans will pay 40 pounds and appreciate the extra songs,films, packaging and features.

Speaking of 1,000 True Fans, I found fascinating ambient “star” Robert Rich’s reply essay to the 1,000 true fans essay, and share it with you:

http://www.kk.org/thetechnium/archives/2008/04/the_reality_of.php