Sony Music is set to release a 17-disc box set titled 'Slightly All The Time – Recordings 1970-1974' featuring archival material from the progressive rock band Soft Machine. The band, known for their experimental sound and influential role in the UK prog scene, has drawn attention through retrospective releases and anecdotes about their name and legacy. Former member Kevin Ayers, a key figure in the group's early years, was celebrated on his birthday amid renewed interest in the band's history.