XTC - English Settlement (1982)
This record is just an embarrassment of riches. I really had forgotten just how brilliant this album is. Not a wasted note from start to finish and at over 70 minutes in length, that’s a big ask.
commentsThis record is just an embarrassment of riches. I really had forgotten just how brilliant this album is. Not a wasted note from start to finish and at over 70 minutes in length, that’s a big ask.
commentsNever heard of The Vaccines until I picked this chunk of vinyl up from The Warehouse many moons ago for 10 bucks.
commentsStunning debut from the kings of goth! Opening with the incomparible “Double Dare”, which I first experienced as a 20 year old, it absolutely jolted me to the core!
commentsOne of the more uplifting RHP records. While it’s really just another Mark Kozelek solo project, it sounds like a proper band.
commentsWhen you add the calibre of Brian Eno and Daniel Lanois to proceedings you just know it’s special. This instrumental album, showcasing some very impressive processed guitar playing and harmonics, borrows from a myriad of influences.
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