Virgin
106 975
(1984)
Rock/Pop
12 inch, 2
Tracks, 09:15
Length
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01 |
This World Over |
Andy Partridge |
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04:46 |
02 |
Blue Overall |
Andy Partridge |
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04:29 |
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Packaging |
Standard LP sleeve |
Sound |
Stereo |
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Guitar |
Andy Partridge |
Guitar |
David Gregory |
Bass |
Colin Moulding |
Musician |
XTC |
Producer |
David Lord; XTC |
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Index |
#
3911 |
Owner |
Dave |
Tags |
New Wave |
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Purchased |
New |
Imported from |
England |
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One of the quieter numbers from The Big Express, "This World Over" makes for a moodier reflection on a seemingly post-apocalyptic situation. It's a bit curious to hear in context, though, since it actually sounds to an extent like a Police song circa Ghost in the Machine -- clipped guitar parts and beats, gentle synth washes, almost a bit of dub in the bass. However, those not really pleased by the Sting approach to things, especially in terms of end-of-the-world situations, will probably find this more to their taste, with Andy Partridge's gift for involved melodies and warm but wounded vocals in full flow. Subtle additions throughout the song -- a piano part introduced halfway through the song, crying guitars that rise and then cut out in the mix -- result in a textured, entrancing arrangement that shows the group were far from simple sixties revivalists. -- Ned Raggett (allmusic.com)