XTC: ENGLISH SETTLEMENT Original 1982 VIRGIN RECORDS UK Import 2 Record Set
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Mar 9, 2016
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Jul 13, 2014
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Original 1982 VIRGIN RECORDS pressing of the XTC two record set ENGLISH SETTLEMENT (V2223)
AMG 4 STARS: Andy Partridge's discovery of the 12-string guitar set the tone for English Settlement, an album that moved away from the pop gloss of Black Sea in favor of lighter, though still rhythmically heavy, acoustic numbers with more complex and intricate instrumentation. There are plenty of pop gems -- "Senses Working Overtime" stands as one of their finest songs -- but the main focus seems to be the more expansive sound; most of the songs are drawn out to near-epic length, ultimately taking some of the impact of the songs away. Despite several terrific tracks, English Settlement seems more a transitional album than anything else, although the textural sound of the album is quite remarkable, indicating the direction they would take in their post-touring incarnation.
Condition: the textured sleeve grades VG+, with wear to the front and back- see photo. No tape, writing or split seams. Both records grade NEAR MINT. Original custom inner sleeves included; the records ship in anti-static, dust free, archival sleeves. Check out my feedback score; you won't be disappointed
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