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XTC- Drums and Wires-LP

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XTC – Drums and Wires

Drums and Wires is the third studio album by English rock band XTC, originally released in 1979 on Virgin Records. Produced by Steve Lillywhite, the album marked a shift toward a more angular, new wave sound that helped define the band's evolving style. Notable tracks include "Making Plans for Nigel," which became one of XTC's most recognized songs. The album blends elements of rock, new wave, and art pop, showcasing the band's inventive approach to songwriting and arrangement. This vinyl record is a new pressing and comes sealed in its original shrink wrap, ensuring pristine condition.

Track listing & samples

XTC – Drums and Wires

Side One

  1. Making Plans for Nigel
  2. Helicopter
  3. Day In Day Out
  4. When You're Near Me I Have Difficulty
  5. Ten Feet Tall
  6. Roads Girdle the Globe

Side Two

  1. Real by Reel
  2. Millions
  3. That Is the Way
  4. Outside World
  5. Scissor Man
  6. Complicated Game
  7. Chain of Command
  8. Limelight

Side One

  1. Life Begins at the Hop

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