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Fronted by songwriters Andy Partridge (vocals, guitars) and Colin Moulding (vocals, bass), the band gained popularity during the rise of punk and new wave in the 1970s, later playing in a variety of styles that ranged from angular guitar riffs to elaborately arranged pop.
Dec 28, 2023 · XTC have spoken about the possibility of reuniting the band in the form of new music, with each member sharing varying perspectives.
- Drums And Wires (Virgin Records, 1979) Following the departure of Barry Andrews, XTC regrouped and recruited guitarist Dave Gregory to form what would become the classic XTC line up.
- Black Sea (Virgin Records, 1980) Kicking off with Respectable Street, a snarling slice of commentary on modern suburbia, Black Sea unleashes venom and beauty in equal measure.
- Skylarking (Virgin Records, 1986) Despite the conflict between Partridge and producer Todd Rundgren which plagued its creation, Skylarking is possibly the most realised vision of the “XTC sound” cut to tape.
- White Music (Virgin Records, 1978) Their early schooling as previous incarnation The Helium Kidz allowed XTC to burst onto the scene fully-formed and clutching a handful of incredible singles that fitted perfectly with the musical climate of the time.
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Nov 10, 2023 · Melodic, sublime, and quintessentially English, the best XTC songs remain as resonant as ever. Here are just a few of them.
- Tim Peacock
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XTC. One of the smartest and most original pop bands of their era, whether in their nervy new wave incarnation or when they traded in lush pop. Read Full Biography.
Feral Sounds 'Xtc - Chronology' PLAYLIST SUMMARY: Andy Patridge & Colin Moulding are two of my heroes. This is a compilation of all my personal favourite XTC...
XTC were an English rock band formed in Swindon in 1972 and active until 2006. Led by songwriters Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding, the band emerged from the late 1970s punk and new wave...
